Central Kalahari Region
Central Kalahari region in Botswana
The Central Kalahari in Botswana forms part of the 2.5 million square metre large Kalahari Basin, one of the largest coherent sand expanses worldwide. The central parts of the Kalahari Basin consists of the Kalahari Savanna also known as the Kalahari Desert.
Geography and climate of the Central Kalahari
The most extreme climatic variations can be found in the Kalahari Region. Whereas temperatures of 35°C are common in summer, which can also easily climb up to 45°C, the Kalahari winter is characterised by significant temperature fluctuations. It is not uncommon that during the night temperatures fall below 0°C whilst during the day they again rise to around 25°C.
The Central Kalahari has too high a vegetation and average rainfall of 300 mm (often less in the south) to actually qualify as a real desert. The desert character is achieved by the absence of surface water in most months.
Flora and fauna of the Central Kalahari
Thanks to its relatively high rainfall the Central Kalahari has a very diverse flora. The San (Bushmen) who have lived in the Kalahari for centuries know more than 1000 useful plants. The wildlife is also of unique abundance.

Places of interest and activities in the Central Kalahari region
Here you will find an overview of activities, highlights and sights in the region around the Central Kalahari with the Central Kalahari Game Reserve and the Khutse Game Reserve. Still an insider tip, this region offers fantastic wildlife sightings, isolation, pure nature and much more.
Central Kalahari region
Accommodation in the Central Kalahari region