Experience the sunset on a sundowner drive through the Kalahari

A sundowner drive in the Kalahari combines wildlife viewing with the intense light of dusk. The guided drive leads through the vast semi-desert landscape with its red sand dunes, open grasslands and thornbush savannah. During the drive in an open safari vehicle you can see gemsbok, springbok, giraffes, greater kudu, plains zebras, blue wildebeest and common eland. Especially in the late afternoon many animals become more active as the temperatures drop. The highlight is the sunset itself: the golden hour bathes red sand, yellow grass and blue sky in striking contrasts. The vehicle stops at a viewpoint to enjoy the peace and the play of colours of dusk with drinks and small snacks.

The drive starts in the late afternoon directly from Bagatelle Kalahari Game Lodge and lasts around two to three hours. Local guides lead you through the private farm area, pointing out animals, tracks and special landscape features. After nightfall you return to the lodge, sometimes with short night-time sightings along the way. Evening temperatures can drop significantly even after hot days, so warmer clothing is recommended.