LIFE BY LEXUS 44
BOTSWANA MABUASEHUBE
Camping in Mabuasehube is a rewarding experience, once you make it to the extremely remote area in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park on the Botswana side. What to expect: This is an opportunity to get really close to nature and wildlife such as desert lions, gemsbok, wildebeest, springbok and hyena. A viral video of lions licking water droplets off a camp tent was filmed at Khiding Pan in Mabuasehube. The area’s also a haven for birders. What to carry: Travelling to Mabusehube in a well-equipped 4x4 camper is most suitable. Each campsite has a basic A-shaped shelter, with an outdoor pit toilet and shower. However, there’s no Internet access, cellphone reception, shops, medical facilities, fuel stations or electricity, so you need to be entirely self-reliant. Water isn’t always available either, so
ensure you carry enough. Take a camping fridge, food, lanterns, matches, gas cookers, first-aid equipment and anything else you might need – the only staff you’ll meet are at the reception gate and help may not be readily available. Fees: Park entry and vehicle fees must be paid to the Botswana Department of Wildlife & National Parks. The camping fees vary, depending on whether you use the public campsite or the privately managed ones (Mapungubwe and Mabuasehube), in which case the fee goes to the Inter-Tourism Group. Department of Wildlife & National Parks Tel: +267 580 774 or +267 318 0774 Inter-Tourism Group Tel: +267 350 0999 Website:
www.inter-tourismgroup.com Visit:
www.botswanafootprint.com, a third party travel agency that can help you with all reservations.
WESTERN CAPE MOOI WERF COTTAGES
Atop Mountain Renosterveld in the midst of rich fauna and flora stand three traditional Sederberg stone cottages, ideal spots for enjoying tranquillity and an escape from the rat race.
What to expect: Enjoy the leisurely pace of this remote location, where you can also have fun swimming in the river, horse-riding, viewing rock art, mountain- climbing and taking long evening walks.
What to bring: While the cottages offer flushing toilets, hot showers and braai facilities, you’ll need to bring along your own food, cutlery, crockery,
utensils, cooking appliances, camping stools, gas supply, bedding and towels. A lantern is provided for each cottage, but take extra ones or torches as a precautionary measure.
Rates: R230 per person per night, with a minimum of R685 per night for the cottages and R745 if staying for one night only. NB: The Mooi Werf cottages aren’t open from November-March, but you can request special access. Visit:
www.redcedeberg.co.za
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