Jacks Camp

In a world of African safaris, Jack’s Camp stands alone. Revered for decades as a pioneer of luxury in the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, this iconic camp blends timeless 1940s safari style with indulgent comfort, all set against one of the most surreal landscapes on Earth.

Classic Campaign Style Meets Unparalleled Comfort:

• Each of the nine guest tents—7 twin and 2 double—is an expansive 270m² oasis of style, adorned with:

• Persian and North African rugs

• Mahogany campaign furniture

• Brass fittings and paraffin lanterns

• Over-bed air-conditioning for desert heat

• Ensuite bathrooms with indoor/outdoor showers

• A private deck with swing beds and plunge pool overlooking the shimmering pans

Step inside to discover Natural History Museum curios, hand-carved beds, and global textiles curated by the Bousfield family, creating an atmosphere both scholarly and soulful.

The Heart of Camp:

The camp’s central mess tent is a destination in itself. It features:

• A 36-seater vintage dining table from an 1820s officer’s mess

• A curated Natural History Museum and library

• Antique pool table

• Afternoon treats from the nomadic Persian tea tent

• A boutique shop filled with unique keepsakes

• Outdoors, relax in the only swimming pool pavilion of its kind in Africa—a welcome retreat from the desert sun.

While Jack’s Camp embodies safari elegance, it’s also the launchpad for authentic desert exploration:

• Guided walks with Zu’/hoasi bushmen, revealing survival skills and desert ecology

• Habituated meerkat encounters, the result of long-term research partnerships

• Game drives in search of rare and elusive desert species, including:
  Brown hyena (only ~8,000 left worldwide)
  Aardwolves, bat-eared foxes, honey badgers, black-maned lions, aardvarks, and more
  Gemsbok, springbok, black-backed jackals, and even the occasional elephant

The Makgadikgadi is stark and surreal—a land of silence and scale, mystery and magic. Jack’s Camp invites you to experience it in style that’s unmatched, with hospitality that’s heartfelt, and adventures that are unforgettable.