Magothlo Camp 7 - NG/19 Khwai Community Concession

Magothlo Camp 7 is a camp near NG/19 Khwai Community Concession.

Location
NG/19 Khwai Community Concession, Okavango Delta & Moremi, Botswana, Southern Africa
Coordinates
-19.115501, 23.865593
Activities
camp

PlnrScore: 27/100

Wildlife Near This Lodge

498 species observed within 20 km, 47 mammals, 227 birds.

  • African Savanna Elephant (Mammalia, 196 observations)
  • Waterbuck (Mammalia, 111 observations)
  • Lion (Mammalia, 104 observations)
  • Common Hippopotamus (Mammalia, 101 observations)
  • Lilac-breasted Roller (Aves, 89 observations)
  • Lechwe (Mammalia, 81 observations)
  • Southern Giraffe (Mammalia, 80 observations)
  • African Jacana (Aves, 74 observations)
  • Plains Zebra (Mammalia, 73 observations)
  • African Fish-Eagle (Aves, 73 observations)

Best Time to Visit Magothlo Camp 7

The best months to visit Magothlo Camp 7 are April, May, August, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Month-by-Month Safari Conditions

  • January: Good, temperature 24.19°C, rainfall 166.2mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 71.1%
  • February: Great, temperature 25.37°C, rainfall 80.9mm, sunshine 11.3 hrs, humidity 62.4%
  • March: Great, temperature 24.75°C, rainfall 89.3mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 61.6%
  • April: Great, temperature 23.58°C, rainfall 6mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 50%
  • May: Great, temperature 20.73°C, rainfall 1.3mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 36.7%
  • June: Great, temperature 17.82°C, rainfall 0.3mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 37.2%
  • July: Great, temperature 17.56°C, rainfall 0mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 32.8%
  • August: Great, temperature 21.41°C, rainfall 0mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 26.9%
  • September: Great, temperature 25.84°C, rainfall 0mm, sunshine 11.3 hrs, humidity 23.9%
  • October: Great, temperature 28.68°C, rainfall 3.4mm, sunshine 11.6 hrs, humidity 25.3%
  • November: Great, temperature 28.15°C, rainfall 30.9mm, sunshine 11.4 hrs, humidity 43.4%
  • December: Great, temperature 26.23°C, rainfall 95.5mm, sunshine 11.3 hrs, humidity 59.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the optimal time to visit Magothlo Camp 7 for prime wildlife viewing in the Khwai Community Concession?

The dry season, from May to October, is ideal for visiting Magothlo Camp 7. During these months, water sources are scarce, concentrating wildlife around the Khwai River and making sightings more frequent and predictable. The cooler temperatures also enhance the overall safari experience.

What kind of camping experience can I expect at Magothlo Camp 7, given its location near the Khwai Community Concession?

Magothlo Camp 7 offers an authentic, intimate mobile camping experience, typically featuring comfortable dome or Meru-style tents with en-suite bush bathrooms. Guests can expect a true wilderness immersion, with the camp moving periodically to optimize wildlife viewing opportunities within the concession. This provides a more rustic yet comfortable safari, focusing on proximity to nature.

How do guests typically reach Magothlo Camp 7, considering its remote location within the Khwai Community Concession?

Access to Magothlo Camp 7 is primarily via light aircraft transfers from Maun or Kasane to a nearby airstrip within the Khwai area. From the airstrip, guests are met by camp staff for a short game drive transfer to the camp itself. This ensures a seamless and scenic journey into the heart of the concession.

What unique wildlife encounters or activities are specific to Magothlo Camp 7's location in the Khwai Community Concession?

Magothlo Camp 7's location in Khwai is renowned for exceptional predator sightings, including wild dogs, lions, and leopards, often seen along the Khwai River. Guests can enjoy both day and night game drives, as well as mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) excursions on the Khwai River, offering a unique perspective on aquatic wildlife and birdlife not always available in national parks.

What safety measures are in place at Magothlo Camp 7, and how does its operation benefit the Khwai Community?

Magothlo Camp 7 employs experienced guides and camp staff who prioritize guest safety through strict protocols and constant vigilance in this unfenced wilderness. As a camp operating within the Khwai Community Concession, it directly contributes to local employment and conservation initiatives, ensuring that tourism benefits the community and supports the protection of the area's wildlife.

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