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A Botswana Safari to the Gemsbok National Park

The Gemsbok National Park is a part of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park which is also comprised of the KalahariGemsbok National Park in bordering South Africa. That makes it an ideal location for a Botswana safari as it is easily accessible in the south west of the country. The park is named after a species of creature called the gemsbok which is similar to a springbok. They primarily live in arid areas and the Gemsbok National park has wide open areas of red sand dunes and bushy scrub stretched across it. Indeed the name Kgalagadi means ‘place of thirst' as the park is mainly located within the Kalahari Desert. That means that when the rains do finally come wildlife is also abundant as all manner of animals appear to enjoy drinking water. The park is one of the largest conservation areas in the world as it is more than three and a half million hectares in size. It is possible to be see Big Game in the Gemsbok National Park on your Botswana safari as there are a number of big cats living here such as leopards, cheetahs and lions. There are also large herbivores like hartebeest, elands, wildebeest and springboks. Bird watchers will be able to see large birds such as secretary birds, eagles and vultures.

What to pack on a Botswana Safari to the Gemsbok National Park

When you take a Botswana safari you are going to a very diverse location and so you need to think carefully about what to bring. Because of its desert location the Gemsbok National Park gets extremely hot. Daytime temperatures can soar to above 40 degrees Celsius. Therefore you should always bring lots of water and a rehydration kit in case it is needed. To prevent sunburn which causes dehydration, wear a hat, sun block and a long sleeved t-shirt and trousers. If you are wearing open sandals don't forget to put sun cream on your feet! However packing for a Botswana safari to the Gemsbok National Park can be a bit of a nightmare because not only does the park get very hot during the day but it also gets very cold at night. In fact temperatures can get below freezing, though with hardly any precipitation it is not like you will ever see snow. Bring a warm sleeping bag and warm clothes with you to ride out the crisp and cold desert nights. A flask for hot coffee and a water bottle can also be beneficial.

Where to stay on a Botswana Safari to the Gemsbok National Park

During your Botswana Safari at the Gemsbok National Park you can choose whether you want to rough it or stay somewhere comfortable. Tourists can stay in six different wilderness facilities where you are left to your own devices, with the need to provide your own food and firewood, or choose plush accommodation called rest camps which have hot water and air conditioning. These rest camps even offer shopping malls and swimming pools.

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