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Welcome to Polentswa Campsite
Polentswa is located 222 kilometres from Two Rivers along the predator rich
Nossob Valley on the Botswana side of the
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. The camp is nestled amongst tall trees and dwarf
scrubs overlooking the Polentswa Pan with its waterhole and exciting game.
Accommodation
In contrast to Rooiputs, Polentswa’s accommodation comprises of classic
safari tents, all built on raised wooden
platforms and under enormous canvas roofs that also encompass a spacious private
veranda.
The tents are furnished with a huge bed which allows for exciting and far
sweeping views of the Polentswa Pen. The main building is originally furnished
to reflect the
spirit and essence of an authentic tented safari camp.
The Camp & Facilities
Polentswa is a classic tented camp capturing the romance of this nostalgic
bygone era. Nestled on top of a valley
with far reaching views over Polentswa Pan known for its magnificent sunsets,
the main building is on an elevated deck to catch the breeze and positioned
under a canvas roof.
Here guests can either recline with a sundowner and a book, watch the game
visiting the camp’s waterhole or
merely contemplate the desert.
Game Viewing & Activities
The Nossob riverbed is rated one of the best places in Southern Africa to view
raptors particularly during the summer months when large numbers of migratory
eagles, kites and falcons move through the park. Of the 80 raptors recorded
in Southern Africa, 52 have been recorded in the KTP. Specifically, Polentswa
is a haven for birders with migratory birds passing through the Polentswa pen,
offering rich opportunities for avi tourism.
Self-Drive Options
Self-drive guests and safari operators are welcome. The camp offers self-drive
packages where activities are not included. Game drives in our game viewers
with guide can be arranged on request and subject to availability. 4x4 vehicles
are essential. The Polentswa 4x4 Wilderness Trail commences at Polentswa.
Electricity
Polentswa is powered by a solar panel system with generators as a back-up. Limited
charging of batteries is available.
Water
Polentswa is serviced by two boreholes which provide water to the camp. The
borehole water is very salty and a water purification system is used to remove
the salt and provide potable water to the camp. Hot and cold water is available
in all tents.
Park Entry Fees
The park entrance fee and the Botswana Tourism levy are included in the rates
but are subject to change. Currently the rates are BWP 20.00 per day for non-resident
visitors, BWP 4.00 per day for vehicles and BPW 10.00 per person per night in
tourism levy.
Room Facilities
Boma
Reading area
Viewing deck
7 luxury classic safari tent
2 desert suites/ family units
Hotel Facilities
Waterrhole
Dressing area
En-suite bathroom
Lounge area, a bar, dining roomPrices are staring prices given as a guide only, actual price may vary depending on availability.
A 50% deposit is required to hold your reservation with balance payable 10 weeks before your travel date. Bank transfer, credit and debit cards accepted for pre-bookings. Paypal available on request.
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By Road
Polentswa can be accessed by road from Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. Alternatively,
guests will be met at Two Rivers/Twee Rivieren Parks Entrance or airstrip and
transferred to the Polentswa camp.
Distances
Upington to Twee Rivieren: 250 kilometres on good tar road
Gaborone to Two Rivers: 900 kilometres on good tar road
Twee Rivieren/Two River to Polentswa turnoff on Nossob River: 220 kilometres
on good gravel road, then 4 kilometres to
camp on private sandy track (requires 4x4)
Border posts
Twee Rivieren, South Africa: opens 7h30 hours, closes 16h00 hours
Two Rivers, Botswana: opens 7h30 hours, closes 16h00 hours
Mata Mata, Namibia: opens 8h00 hours, closes 16h30 hours
By Air
Daily scheduled flights from Johannesburg and Cape town to Upington
There are private charter flight companies in Upington that can fly from Upington
to Twee Rivieren in South Africa or Bokspits in Botswana.
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