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Bitterpan Wilderness Camp Accommodation Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park SANParks

Bitterpan Wilderness Camp

The magic of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park lies in the endless red sand dunes, absolute silence, peace and tranquillity and the slow movement of wildlife through the savannah and thick sand. To provide exclusivity and the ideal circumstances for experiencing the Kgalagadi magic, there are several wilderness camps in the Park where a maximum of 8 persons can be accommodated.

Bitterpan Wilderness Camp is situated at a waterhole in the centre of the wilderness area and is uniquely suspended above the red dunes of the Kalahari. Because driving in the dunes is a challenge - even to the most experienced drivers - all the roads are one-way tracks to ensure safe and crash-free driving. The 4x4-track to Bitterpan connects to the Nossob - Mata-Mata track. It takes about 2 and a half to 3 hours to travel from Nossob to Bitterpan and even longer to reach the camp from Mata-Mata.


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Bitterpan Wilderness Camp Camping and Room Prices

Rates are per night and exclude 1% community fund which will be added when booking.

Bitterpan Wilderness Camp Cabin Prices: 01 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2025

Accommodation Type Base Guests Base Rate Additional Adults
Reed Cabin (RC2 / RC2Z) 2 R 2,483 N/A


Accommodation Options

The eight Reed Cabins at Bitterpan are built on stilts, offering views over the waterhole. The camp is unfenced, therefore children under 12 years are not allowed. Enjoy the privilege of exclusive accommodation in this small and private camp.

The communal kitchen is equipped with utensils and a gas fridge. Gas and solar energy is provided. Please take note that fresh drinking water is not available at the camp and guests have to bring a sufficient amount of drinking water along.

Reed Cabins

Reed Cabins

Two persons are accommodated on 2 single beds in each of the rustic Reed Cabins. There is a separate bathroom with a shower and toilet. Barbecue facilities are provided and there is a communal kitchen which is equipped for self-catering purposes. One of the units has been adapted to accommodate mobility challenged guests.

Reed Cabins Facilities

  • 2 Single beds
  • Separate bathroom with shower and toilet
  • Communal kitchen facilities
  • Communal barbecue facilities
  • Gas fridge/freezer
  • Gas and solar energy
  • Utensils provided


Bitterpan Wilderness Camp has no electricity but gas and solar energy is provided for the comfort of guests.

Amenities List

  • Shared kitchen facilities
  • Gas fridge/freezer
  • Waterhole

Attracting adventurous visitors who enjoy driving around the park on the lookout for the protected wildlife, the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park offers several trails - some of them being only accessible by 4x4-vehicles.

The Predator Interpretation Centre at Nossob Camp and the Raptor Interpretation Centre at Mata-Mata offers ample opportunity for learning about the predators and birds of prey living in the Kgalagadi and the hide at the waterhole provides opportunity for close encounters with the wild animals.

Activities List

  • 4x4 Trails
  • Game drives
  • Wilderness walks
  • Swimming pool
  • Birdwatching
  • Predator Interpretation Centre at Nossob
  • Raptor Interpretation Centre at Mata-Mata
  • Interpretation Centre celebrating the Khomani San at Twee Rivieren Camp
  • Hide near the waterholes at three main camps
  • Camel thorn trees
  • Meerkat
  • Massive black-maned Kalahari Lions
  • Gemsbok
  • Sociable Weavers with huge communal nests
  • Auchterlonie Museum

Bitterpan Wilderness Camp Map And Directions



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