ACTIVITIES

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SAFARIS
  • Early morning and late afternoon/ early evening safaris with open 4X4 vehicles 
  • Night drives to explore the nocturnal species
  • Bird watching - over 200 species, from the deck at the main lodge or in a hide at one of the water holes
  • Maximum three vehicles, but mostly only one
  • Knowledgeable guides and legendary Bushmen trackers
  • Off road tracking
  • Nature walks with experienced guides



BUSH WALKS
  • Guests are encouraged to experience the trees, plants and insects
  • Specialized guided walks - survival of plant, animal and man in this arid semi desert. 

BUSHMEN WALKS
  • Guided walks with the Bushmen to explore their culture, survival and hunting skills and their extraordinary knowledge of the veldt and animal life.
  • Interact with the Bushmen of the Kalahari on one of the Cultural walks with Bushmen at Deception Valley Lodge.
  • A walk of approximately two kilometres with two Naru speaking Bushmen
  • A unique experience in which visitors share in the life led by traditional Bushmen
  • Witness their knowledge of medicinal and poisonous plants
  • See how they make bows, arrows and other tools
  • Be humbled by their hunting skills
  • Be entertained by their sense of humour
  • Help them make a fire
  • Quench your thirst in the traditional way
CHILDREN AT DECEPTION VALLEY LODGE
  • A special walk with the Bushmen can be arranged with young children, geared to the interest of the younger visitors
  • Make a bow and arrow, Bushmen toys, utensils
  • Learn survival skills for the bush

OTHER ACTIVITIES AT DECEPTION VALLEY LODGE INCLUDE:
  • Afternoon and night safaris in custom built game viewing vehicles with the chance to see: 
                Kalahari lion 
                cheetah 
                leopard 
                giraffe 
                kudu 
                and if you are lucky, the elusive brown hyena.
  • The night safari in particular will reveal a fascinating world of nocturnal species.
  • Deception Valley is a bird lover's paradise.
  • Enjoy the amazing Kalahari Sunsets while having sun-downers on Safaris or Walks. 
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VISIT THE CENTRAL KALAHARI GAME RESERVE 
(This option must be arranged prior to your arrival and is not included in the rates)

1 x Full day trip includes:
  • Open 4x4 Safari Vehicle 
  • Packed Lunch 
  • Drinks 
  • Tea and Coffee Stop 
  • Park Fees 
  • Private Guide and Tracker 
  • Minimum of 4 pax 
SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL REQUESTS PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT US: bushmen@dvl.co.za
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