Property description

BOTETI REGION, CKGR: An opportunity to purchase this expansive and well-established game ranch, located in Botswana’s Boteti region, bordering the Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR). Covering approximately 3,731.78 hectares (±9,220 acres), the property hosts an abundance of indigenous game and bird species. The diverse Kalahari habitat makes it ideal for game breeding, photographic tourism, or sustainable hunting operations. The farm is fully game fenced and compliant with Department of Nature Conservation regulations with an approximate perimeter: ±27.77 km and fence height: 2.6 m. 

Ownership is via a 50-year leasehold (renewable for an additional 50 years). The current lease runs until 19 June 2068, leaving 43 years remaining.

Strategically positioned midway between Gaborone and Maun (as the crow flies), this ranch offers both remoteness and access, sharing a north-south boundary with the CKGR in the designated Green Zone. Situated 475 km from Gaborone via CKGR boundary and 650 km from Gaborone via Serowe, and 250 km from Maun via Makalamabedi.

There are 2 fully equipped boreholes (~140m deep): producing: ±3,000 L/hr sweet water and ±2,000 L/hr Saline water (ideal for wildlife). With Grundfos solar pumps they output a combined 1,200 L/hr. Three water pans are consistently supplied, ensuring year-round availability for game.

The farm is fully off-grid and powered by a comprehensive solar system utilizing a sustainable, low-maintenance, and environmentally conscious setup. 

Accommodation: The property includes a 3-unit tented chalet lodge: Stylish canvas chalets with en-suite bathrooms, hot & cold showers, flushing toilets, lockable doors, twin beds, dressers, and lighting. 

An additional 4th elevated tented suite offers: A panoramic view of a waterhole. The chance to see herds of game and abundant birdlife. Nighttime wildlife experiences including lions and leopards drinking at the water’s edge

Additional facilities also include a central boma and dining area, laundry area and staff accommodation.

Airstrip: Offering a Licensed 1.1 km private airfield: Coordinates: S 21-43-54 Longitude E024-28-58, located 80 km south of Matswere Gate (Deception Valley) and midway between Gaborone and Maun—visible on Air Botswana's route. This is the only airstrip in the area, making it ideal for private charter landings and an opportunity to rent out airfield access to other safari operators.

Game: Home to a wide range of free-roaming game species: Kudu: ±80–100, Impala: ±250–300, Oryx (Gemsbok):±100–120, Eland: ±100–120,Blue Wildebeest: ±20–30, Zebra: ±120–150, Warthog: ±30–50.

Other species include: Bat-eared fox, Caracal, Jackal, Duiker, Bushpig, Rock rabbit, Porcupine, Pangolin, Honey badger, Lesser bush baby, and more exceptional nocturnal biodiversity.

Migratory visitors from CKGR: Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Wild Dogs, Cheetahs, Brown & Spotted Hyenas.

With an Incredible avian diversity including: Guineafowl, Sandgrouse, Doves, Francolin and numerous raptor species.

 Investment Opportunities:

Photographic Safaris: This is the only game farm in the region, surrounded by cattle ranches—making it a prime safari destination. Guests can encounter the unique Kalahari species including meerkats, lions, wild dogs, aardvark, brown hyena, and more. Combined with a safari experiences with Bushmen-guided cultural walks, tracking, storytelling, and traditional dances.

Professional Hunting: With the correct management plan, regulated hunting can generate solid revenue. The size, location, and game diversity are highly favorable.

Air Charter Opportunities: Monetize the private airfield by offering access to charter operators servicing the CKGR. 

CKGR Access and Day Trips: Only 80 km from Matswere Gate (main CKGR entry) there’s also a wildlife gate just 5 km from the farm. Potential to request commercial access via this gate to conduct day trips into CKGR, giving guests a flexible and exclusive experience.

Nearby Attractions and Activities: The ancient Lake Dow is a mere 45 mins away.

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and Deception Valley: Ideal for day excursions.

Horseback Safaris: Ride across vast bushveld trails.

Cultural Safaris with San Bushmen, offering unmatched insight into traditional survival, tracking, and desert living.

This investment presents an opportunities for job creation, community upliftment, Eco-tourism and cultural preservation, an impact investment with measurable positive outcomes.