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July 2026 - Week 4 Roundup
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Updated: 22 hours ago
19th - 25th July 2026
Elephant
Sighted on: 22.July.2026
As the midday heat settled over the Kalahari, a magnificent Elephant made its way to the lodge waterhole for a refreshing drink. Standing knee-deep in the water, the gentle giant skillfully curled its trunk into the pool, drawing up water before lifting it gracefully to its mouth. The sparkling spray and effortless precision of every movement were a striking reminder of the elephant's remarkable strength and intelligence.
Content Creator / Photographer:
Zizie Seitaa
Cheetah, Oryx, Giraffe & African Wild Cat
Sighted on: 21.July.2026
Photographs from our Central Kalahari Game Reserve day trip.
Among the highlights was the rare sight of a giraffe resting on the ground, a true first-time experience for the guests, along with an oryx calf standing gracefully against the vast, golden landscape.
Following lunch at Sunday Pan, the afternoon unfolded with an extraordinary predator encounter. A magnificent caracal.
As the journey back to camp continued, the Kalahari had one final surprise in store. Not far from Kukama Pan, a sleek cheetah appeared, striding confidently along the road.
Content Creator / Photographer:
Zizie Seitaa
Yellow Mongoose, Kalahari Striped Skink & Oryx
Sighted on: 20.July.2026
Photographs from our Central Kalahari Game Reserve half-day trip.
A curious Yellow Mongoose stood watch near a Ground squirrel burrow, always alert for both opportunities and danger in the Kalahari.
Nearby, a Kalahari Striped Skink basked in the warm morning sun atop a termite mound, using the elevated surface to absorb heat before becoming active for the day.
A handsome solo male Oryx gracefully crossed the pale-colored road, carrying itself with quiet confidence, the well-known iconic desert antelope.
Every drive through the Central Kalahari reveals another small but fascinating story of life in the desert.
Content Creator / Photographer:
Zizie Seitaa
Springbox, Ground Squirrel & Black - backed Jackal
Sighted on: 19.July.2026
Photographs from the heart of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR), capturing the quiet beauty and incredible wildlife of Botswana's wilderness.
Encountering a pair of springboks resting peacefully in the golden grasslands, followed by a colony of ground squirrels basking in the warmth of the road. Later, we spotted a black-backed jackal moving cautiously through the tall grass, alert and searching for its next opportunity.
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