What dining is offered at Jack’s Camp?

Dining includes dawn breakfasts, three-course plated candlelit dinners in the mess tent, and afternoon high tea.

Are drinks and wines included?

Yes, all meals, fine South African wines, artisan spirits, and campfire sundowners are fully included.

What are the dining hours?

Meals follow safari rhythms: early breakfast at 6:00am, lunch/tea at 1:30pm, and dinner at 8:00pm.

Can special dietary needs be accommodated?

Yes, the camp’s private chefs cater to all dietary preferences with advance notice.

Ultra-LuxurySafari

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, Botswana

9 rooms

Opened 1993 / Rebuilt 2021

Ralph Bousfield (Natural Selection)

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, Botswana

Dining guide

Jack’s Camp, Natural Selection Dining Guide

Name: Jack’s Camp, Natural Selection
Address: Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, Botswana

Dining features silver-service three-course candlelit dinners in the grand mess tent, afternoon tea with scones and savories, and fireside nightcaps under the brilliant Kalahari constellations.

2 dining venues and experiences

Before you book dinner

Dawn breakfast is served before morning game drives (5:30-6:30am).
Lunch and high tea are served in the mess tent from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
Three-course plated dinner is served around 8:00pm.

The Grand Mess & Tea Tent

Refined silver-service safari gastronomy, game dishes & South African cellar

Serving Chef-curated three-course dinners, roasted rack of lamb, savory pies, afternoon tea scones, and fine Cape wines daily from 6:00am to 10:00pm.

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The Kalahari Fire Circle & Bar

Classic safari sundowners, craft gins, amarula & campfire snacks

Serving bespoke gin and tonics, single malt whiskies, grilled biltong, and digestifs around the roaring campfire from 5:00pm until late.

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Jack’s Camp, Natural Selection dining FAQ

What dining is offered at Jack’s Camp?: Dining includes dawn breakfasts, three-course plated candlelit dinners in the mess tent, and afternoon high tea.
Are drinks and wines included?: Yes, all meals, fine South African wines, artisan spirits, and campfire sundowners are fully included.
What are the dining hours?: Meals follow safari rhythms: early breakfast at 6:00am, lunch/tea at 1:30pm, and dinner at 8:00pm.
Can special dietary needs be accommodated?: Yes, the camp’s private chefs cater to all dietary preferences with advance notice.

Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026