The Kalahari Desert dominates most parts of eastern and south-eastern Namibia. Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch is an oasis in midst of the imposing parallel dunes, conveying an atmosphere of freedom, pristine nature, warmth and safety. As the logo suggests, the ranch values conservation and education. This is why “Pepper” is the four-legged ambassador.  Pepper is a female cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus). Although a wild animal, the fascinating canine creature is not averse to contact with humans – as long as the latter stick to certain rules important when dealing with wild animals.

 

Location

Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch has situated approximately 50 km from Mariental amid the red rolling dunes of the Kalahari Desert.

From Windhoek and the north: Take the B1 main tarred road southwards, past Rehoboth and Kalkrand. Approximately 12 km before you reach Mariental, turn left at the large intersection on to the C20 road which then takes you eastwards – this is a very good tarred road. After about 12 km, take the first left turn on to the D1268 gravel road. Continue northwards for roughly 25 km until you reach the sign indicating Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch on the right-hand side of the road. The Ranch is another 3-4 km into the dunes, where a warm welcome awaits you.

From Keetmanshoop and the south: Take the B1 main tarred road northward, past Mariental. About 12 km further, turn right at the large intersection with the new C20 tarred road which then takes you eastwards. Then follow the directions in the second paragraph of From Windhoek above. Lodge Co-ordinates

 

Accommodation

Rooms: 6 Dune Chalets (2 Exclusive) • 8 Savannah Chalets 6 Garden Rooms • 6 Campsites • 3 Guide Rooms

• Six Dune Chalets stand on stilts astride the blazing red dunes, with unsurpassed views to the south-west. Four have en-suite bath and shower facilities, while two ‘Exclusive’ Dune Chalets also boast private splash pools and private dining options.
• Eight Savannah Chalets: Six built with thick walls of plastered straw bales (strokable), and well separated, between the dunes. Two Larger Chalets, (not strobe). One has 2×3/4 beds for children plus a queen-size bed, the other has 2 single beds for children plus 2×3/4 beds. All have en-suite shower facilities.
• Six Garden Rooms: Four adjoined in a courtyard setting, and too close to the swimming pool, all with 3/4 size beds and private en-suite shower facilities. * All our accommodation is designed, finished and equipped to the same exacting standards of luxury, to exceed your expectations, and includes air-conditioning, tea/coffee station, and a bar fridge. Child beds are available for all Chalets and Rooms, except the Garden Rooms by the swimming pool.
• Six Individual Campsites are situated 1km away in a nearby street amid the dunes. Each has a fully tiled ablution block with a toilet, shower, washbasin and mirror, gas-fired hot water, romantic oil lamps (and solar-powered lighting). Relax around the camp-fire and enjoy your own Kalahari camping safari!

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