The Auob River Valley is one of the most productive wildlife viewing areas within Kgalagadi
Transfrontier Park. Although the river is usually dry, the riverbed supports vegetation that
attracts a wide range of animals.
Predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards are frequently seen along the Auob Valley,
often using the riverbed as a natural travel route. Herbivores like springbok and gemsbok are
also common.
For travelers, the Auob River Valley offers excellent game viewing, scenic drives, and classic
Kalahari landscapes.
- 🚙 Drive along the dry riverbed 🏜️ routes for unique desert vistas 🌵
- 🦁 Spot lions, cheetahs, 🐆 and other powerful predators 🐾
- 🦅 Observe antelope and birdlife 🦒 thriving in the arid landscape 🌿
- 💧 Stop at waterholes along the valley 🌊 to watch animals gather 🦓
- 🌅 Enjoy classic Kalahari scenery 🏜️ under the vast African sky 🌌
- 🚗 By Car: Accessible via main 🛣️ park roads and tracks 🏁
- 🚙 By 4×4: Not required for main 🛣️ Auob route during dry weather 🚜
- 📍 From Twee Rivieren: Direct internal 🚙 park drive leading north 🗺️
- 🐢 Drive slowly for better wildlife 🐾 sightings hidden in the shade 🌳
- 🔭 Carry binoculars for distant 🦁 views across the dunes 🏜️
- 🚫 Remain inside your vehicle 🚙 at all times for safety 🦁
- ⛽ Plan fuel stops ⛽ carefully between the main camps 🗺️
- 🕕 06:30 AM – Enter park and drive 🚙 Auob Valley at sunrise 🌅
- 🕣 08:30 AM – Stop at waterholes 💧 for sightings of thirsty wildlife 🦒
- 🕚 11:00 AM – Continue toward Mata-Mata 🏁 area through the red dunes 🏜️
- 🕓 04:30 PM – Afternoon predator viewing 🦁 drive before the gates close 🌙
