Two nights, with camping at Khaudum Camp and Sigaretti Camp. However bear in mind that if the traveller does get stuck, this may be extended to three or four nights, depending on when a car comes by to assist.

Other than two campsites, Khaudum Camp and Sigaretti Camp, there are no facilities within the Park.
* NO petrol station
* NO shops

Note: Water and wood may be available at the 2 camps, but this is not guaranteed, and travellers should be entirely self-sufficient before entering the park.

Itinerary
The Khaudum Game Park can be driven from Tsumkwe to the Kavango, or the other way round.

Camping and entrance fees
There is no fee for camping at Sigaretti or Khaudum Camps, and campsites are on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations can be made. Entrance and vehicle fees can be paid at the Ministry of Environment and Tourism offices at Sigaretti Camp and Khaudum Camp. It is advisable to arrive at the camp at least 1 hour before sunset, to have time to set up camp before it gets dark.

Driving
Travellers should be prepared for difficult driving conditions. Please see the note on driving in the Khaudum Game Park.

Malaria
The northern section of Khaudum Game Park is in the malaria area. See basic Malaria precautions and guidelines

Wildlife
Wildlife is not used to humans and will either be extremely elusive or aggressive. Travellers should not leave the car at waterholes, except where there are game hides.

Keep a safe distance from elephants. Ensure that there is enough room to move off if an elephant becomes aggressive. Warning:  take extreme caution in the presence of elephants at watering holes. Do not tempt fate: keep vehicles within respectable distance.

Travellers should be extra cautious during the dry season when animals compete for positions at shrinking waterholes.

Travellers should be extremely cautious of wildlife moving through camps. All food and water must be stowed way at all times in camp and should only be taken out for cooking and drinking.

Read the guidelines on Wildlife viewing Safety

Supplies
No food is sold within the park and water and firewood may not be available. Travellers should be entirely self sufficient with provisions for three days at least.

Entry into the park is subject to rules established by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism. The rules are designed to protect both the traveller, other travellers and the wildlife and environment. Travellers entering the park sign an entry permit with agreement to adhere to a clearly stated set of rules, some of which are extracted and commented upon below. Travellers should be advised to carefully read the rules on the entry permit in their entirety. Contravention of the rules may result in injury, damage to wildlife and the environment, a fine and / or being ordered to leave the park.

* The Park must be entered by at least two 4 X 4 offroad vehicles per party
Comment: Due to the difficulty of the roads and no facilities such as petrol stations or vehicle repair in or near the park it is required to enter the park with two 4x4 vehicles to ensure that support in case of getting stuck or vehicle problems is at hand.

* Minimum 100 liters of water per vehicle and 3 days of food per person
Comment: As there are no supplies available in or near the park travellers are required to be self sufficent. Water may be available at the camps, but can not be guaranteed. It is important to bring plenty of water along for drinking and washing. It is safest to be completely self-sufficient.

* Camping is only allowed at Sigaretti Camp and Khaudum Camp 
Comment: For the safety of the traveller, the wildlife and the environment, there is no camping allowed at any of the waterholes or anywhere else in the park, except the camps.

* No collection of firewood is permitted within the park
Comment: Firewood should be available at the camps, but is not guaranteed, and travellers are not allowed to collect firewood inside the park. Travelers must bring their own firewood.

* Trailers should not be taken into the park
Comment: The road conditions are extremely rugged and difficult, so towing a trailer, not specifically designed and built for Khaudum conditions and the specific vehicle towing it, may very likely result in damage to and breakdown of the vehicle.

* No pets are allowed.
Comment: this rule is primarily directed at Namibians, but also at anyone else traveling with pets. Pets may injure and / or kill wildlife, and they may bring diseases into the park.

* The convoy system of a minimum of two 4X4 vehicles with high ground clearance must be used, so that if there is a problem, one vehicle can be used to get help.
* Each vehicle should carry a minimum of 100 liters of water, food for 3 days, a minimum of 40 liters of extra diesel or 60 liters of extra petrol. Driving through sand consumes a large amount of fuel. This may increase depending on the amount of driving done in the park.
* The roads in the park are mainly very deep sand, or mud during the rainy season, and it is very easy to get stuck. In areas where the rivers flow (omburambas), the sand is washed away during the rainy season and the roads become firmer. However in these areas, holes are dug by warthogs, so caution is advised and drivers must drive slowly.
* Trailers should not be taken into the park.
* Drivers should be able to perform basic repairs and have the tools to do so. A minimum of two spare tyres, a hi-lift jack, a square wood plank to place under the jack, a shovel, mats and spare fan belts must carried on each vehicle. A winch is a useful addition.
* It is advisable to check the radiator and undercarriage for grass build-up as grass often gets stuck and can lead to the vehicle catching fire. A radiator mesh is useful.
* If the traveller uses a rental vehicle, permission for use of the vehicle in the Khaudum must obtained from the rental company in advance.

* Challenging offroad driving
* Adventure
* Truly wild environment
* Wildlife such as elephants, lions and roan antelope.
* The only park in Namibia were African wild dogs are found. Sightings are rare.

* Vegetation in the Khaudum Game Park consists mainly of woodland savannah with extremely dense bush. The dense bush makes viewing of game vhallenging, and sightings are rare during the rainy season.
* Trees such as Wild Syringa, False Mopane, Zambesi Teak, Transvaal Teak and Purple Terminalia are characteristic of the area.
* The north of the park is characterised by the soft sand of the Kalahari basin, while the south is bedrock areas of quartzite alternated with shallow, sandy soils.

The Khaudum is rich in wildlife, however due to the dense bush much of it is difficult to see. Hides have been placed  at several waterholes to make game viewing easier and safer.
* The more common mammal species include kudu, oryx, giraffe,  and elephants.
* The park is known for the Sable antelope, Roan antelope and the tsessebe. Sightings are rare.
* It is also the only park in Namibia were African wild dogs are found. Sightings are rare.
* Predators such as lions, leopards and spotted hyena are common. Lions, are often heard, not seen.

Note: Wildlife is not used to humans and can either be extremely elusive or aggressive. Please read the guidelines on

* The convoy system of a minimum of two 4X4 vehicles with high ground clearance should be used, so that if there is a problem, one vehicle can be used to get help.
* Each vehicle should carry a minimum of 100 liters of water, food for 3 days, a minimum of 40 liters of extra diesel or 60 litres of extra petrol.
* Driving through sand consumes a large amount of fuel. This may increase depending on the amount of driving done in the park.
* Trailers should not be taken into the park.
* Drivers should be able to perform basic repairs and have the tools to do so.
* A minimum of two spare tyres, a hi-lift jack, a square wood board for under the jack, a shovel, mats, spare fan belts and a working winch must be carried on each vehicle.
* A net or fine wire mesh spanned over the grill is recommended to prevent grass seeds clogging up the radiator. Also check regulary for grass build-up.

To enter the Khaudum Game Park from the south (Sigaretti Camp)
* Tsumkwe

To enter the Khaudum Game Park from the north (Khaudum Camp)
* Popa Falls

Note: Although it is only 55km from the B8 turn off to Khaudum Camp, this section of road is extremely sandy and travellers should plan for a trip of about 4 hours to cover these 55 km.

To enter the Khaudum Game Park from the south (Sigaretti Camp)

Tsumkwe
From Tsumkwe to Sigaretti is approx. 50 km
* From Tsumkwe drive north on the D3315 and D3303 to Sigaretti
The entire trip is on extremely bad sandy road.

To enter the Khaudum Game Park from the north (Khaudum Camp)

Popa Falls
From Popa Falls to Khaudum Camp is approx. 141 km
* From Popa Falls take the C48 north to the B8 turn off (approx. 6 km)
* Turn left into the B8 and drive to the Khaudum turn off (approx. 80 km)
* Turn right into the deep sandy road and follow it to the Khaudum Camp (approx. 55 km)
The C48 is gravel, the B8 is tar road and the road to Khaudum Camp is extremely deep sand.

Note: Although it is only 55km from the B8 turn off to Khaudum Camp, this section of road is extremely sandy and travellers should plan for a trip of about 4 hours to cover these 55 km.

There is no airstip in the Khaudum Game Park.
* The closest airstip in the south of the park is the Tsumkwe Airstrip Tsumkwe Airstrip
* The closest airstrip in the north of the park is the Bagani Airstrip

Bagani Airstrip (FYBG)
South: 18 degrees 07’ 06”
East: 21 degrees 37’ 47"
Elevation: 3,000 feet
Length: 900 meter
Width: 25 meter
Surface: Gravel
Direction: 08/26

Information on provided by Red Sky Ventures

There is only a very basic campsite at Sigaretti in southern Khaudum.

Nhoma Safari Camp
Approx. 60 km south west of Sigaretti Camp
10 spacious Meru tents. Sensitive and authentic interaction with Ju/'hoansi (Bushmen). Activities centre around guided cultural experience at //nhoq’ma (Nhoma) village. Also offers excursions into the Khaudom National Park.

Tsumkwe Country Lodge
Approx. 52 km south of Sigaretti Camp
25 rooms & 5 campsites, located within Tsumkwe in the Nyae Nyae Conservancy. Guided cultural visits to Ju/'hoansi Village, guided excursions into the Khaudom National Park and in the Nyae Nyae Conservency as well as guided walking trails.

There is only a very basic campsite at Khaudun Camp in northern Khaudum.

Divava Okavango Lodge
Approx. 142 km north east from Khaudum Camp.
20 twin chalets and spa, overlooking Okavango River, bird watching, boat cruises, tiger fishing and hippos. Located just outside of Popa Falls and offers boat cruises and game drives.

Ndhovu Safari Lodge
Approx. 146 km north east from Khaudum Camp.
7 twin tents, 1 family tent, 1 floating tent & 1 exclusive campsite. Boat cruises, game drives and day visit to Tsodilo Hills in Botswana. Located near the Mahango Game Park and Popa Falls.

There are few places in Africa that are as wild as the Khaudum in north-eastern Kavango. For the intrepid and experienced 4X4 driver, or the person who enters the park on a day trip with an experienced operator, the park shows the side of Africa that is still untamed. Elephants, lions, hyenas, buck and good birdwatching are just some of the thrills on the rough roads that lie aheas. 

Rains fall in the Khaudum between December and March. During this time the park roads become extremely muddy, and driving becomes extremely difficult. During winter (May to September), the park is extremely cold with average night temperatures at approximately 7 degrees Celsius. During summer, the temperature is extremely hot with temperatures rising to 40 degrees Celsius.