Road Trip
Kalahari Transit: Upington to the Kgalagadi
The long orange-road transit from Upington to the Kgalagadi — the last fuel and figs before the Kalahari dunes and the transfrontier park.
3.5 hours direct270 kmBest: South to north
Our take
The drive to one of South Africa's most remote parks — bring fuel, water, and patience.
What's worth stopping for
Not everything along the route — only what's worth sacrificing vacation time for.
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National ParkTrip AnchorKgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Do Not Miss
Red dunes and big cats
Allow 3-4 days+0 min detour