Khumaga Camp Sites: Gateway to Makgadikgadi's Wonders
Experience Botswana's wild beauty at Khumaga Camp Sites, your gateway to the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park and the great zebra migration.
Khumaga Camp Sites, nestled on the Boteti River's bank, offers a rustic base for exploring Botswana's Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. Known for its prolific wildlife and the second-largest zebra migration in the world, the campsite provides essential amenities amidst the raw beauty of the African bush.
A brief summary to Khumaga Camp Sites
- GGV8+RH8, Xhumaga, BW
- +2676865365
- Visit website
Local tips
- A 4x4 vehicle is essential for navigating the sandy roads and accessing the ferry across the Boteti River.
- Bring your own drinking water, as the borehole water at the campsite can have a strong sulfur smell.
- The best time to visit for wildlife viewing is during the dry season (April to September) when animals congregate along the Boteti River.
- Fuel is not available in Khumaga, so fill up in Maun or Rakops before arriving.
Getting There
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Driving
From Maun, take the A3 towards Nata. After approximately 160 kilometers, turn onto the Rakops road. Continue to Khumaga village. To reach the campsite, you'll need to cross the Boteti River via the Khumaga Ferry. Note that a 4x4 vehicle is required to use the ferry. The ferry crossing fee is approximately 180 BWP each way with a trailer. Park entrance fees are also applicable: 190 BWP per adult per day for SADC & Foreign Nationals, 95 BWP per child (8-17 years), and 75 BWP per vehicle.
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Public Transport
Limited public transport options are available. You can take a shared taxi or minibus from Maun to Xhumaga village. From there, hire a local taxi or arrange a 4x4 to reach the Khumaga entrance, approximately 20 kilometers away. Shared taxi fare from Maun to Xhumaga is approximately 50-100 BWP. Hiring a local taxi for the final 20 kilometers will cost an additional 150-300 BWP, depending on the vehicle and negotiation.
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