Kalahari Lions & Meerkats
Desert predators by day, meerkats at dawn
Overview
Five days in the Central Kalahari built around its two great draws — the black-maned lions of the valleys and the endearing meerkat colonies. A superb desert safari that pairs big-cat tracking with unforgettable family-friendly encounters.
Wide-open game drives, meerkat mornings and star-filled desert nights from a warm, characterful lodge.
Who It's For
Families and wildlife-lovers wanting the Kalahari's highlights in a relaxed, well-priced itinerary.
Package Highlights
Desert Lions
Track the famous black-maned prides
Meerkat Colonies
Dawn with habituated meerkats
Cheetah Plains
Open country for big-cat sightings
Star Beds
Sleep beneath the desert sky
Bushman Walks
Learn desert survival with San guides
Wide-Open Drives
Vast, uncrowded horizons
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Light-aircraft flight to the reserve. Afternoon drive to your desert lodge. Sundowners under the stars.
🏨 Accommodation: Dinaka Safari Lodge
🍽️ Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Featured Lodges & Accommodation
Dinaka Safari Lodge
📍 The Kalahari Desert, Botswana
Private northern-Kalahari concession offering night drives, walking and San experiences the reserve itself cannot
From $850 per person per night
Deception Valley Lodge
📍 The Kalahari Desert, Botswana
Thatched luxury on the reserve's edge, renowned for its San bush-walks and relaxed desert atmosphere
From $650 per person per night
Pricing & Options
All prices per person sharing. Customize any tier to your preferences.
Signature
(~$1,050/night)
Hand-picked camps, shared game activities, all meals and park fees
Get QuotePrivate
(~$1,575/night)
Suite upgrades, a private vehicle and guide, premium beverages
Get QuoteExclusive
(~$2,300/night)
The finest suites, exclusive-use vehicle, private dining and bespoke extras
Get QuoteWhat's Included & Excluded
✓ Included
- ✓ 4 nights lodge accommodation
- ✓ All meals and selected beverages
- ✓ Twice-daily game activities
- ✓ Meerkat and San experiences
- ✓ Light-aircraft flights Maun–Kalahari–Maun
- ✓ Reserve fees
- ✓ Bush airstrip transfers
✗ Excluded
- ✗ International and domestic flights unless stated
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Visa fees
- ✗ Premium wines and champagne
- ✗ Gratuities
- ✗ Personal expenses
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Best Time to Travel
December to April brings the green-season wildlife peak; the meerkats and desert species are rewarding year-round.
Why Choose This Package
Lions & Meerkats
The Kalahari's two greatest draws in one trip.
Family-Friendly
Meerkat mornings delight all ages.
Uncrowded Wilderness
Vast desert horizons to yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
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From $4,200 per person | 5 Days / 4 Nights
⚡ Limited availability for peak season 2026 — book early to secure your dates
