The reserve is located in open Kalahari thornveld. It is used for the breeding of antelope species and other mammals for the stocking of reserves throughout the province. There is an extensive network of roads which are accessible to motorists in most vehicles.
Location
This 5 800 ha game reserve is situated 18 km north from the Ramatlabama border post, west of Mafikeng, on the Botswana border.
Climate
Generally mild to very hot, but winter nights can be extremely cold.
Wildlife
The Reserve has more than 2 000 “head” of animals and over 200 bird species are found in the Acacia and Karee woodlands and the extensive grasslands.
Activities
Activities include game and bird viewing as well as trophy hunting. Botsalano is one of the most prolific white rhino and antelope breeding grounds in the North West Province, as the veld is very conducive to breeding.
It is also home to one of the oldest volcanic craters in the world, which extends through the park into Botswana.
Accommodation
Mogobe Tented Camp
Safari Bush Camps
Public Camp Site
Contact Information
Park Manager: Elias Seutane
Tel: + 27 (0)18 386 8900
Fax2email: 086 219 0901
Accommodation:
Cynthia Coetzee (at Mafikeng Game Reserve)
Tel: +27 (0)18 397 1675 /6 /7
Cell: +27 (0)83 652 7896
Fax: +27 (0)18 397 1678
Fax2email: 086 662 7896
Email: Mafgr@nwptb.co.za
