About the lodge and live stream

Welcome to Camelthorn

On the edge of Botswana’s Makgadikgadi National Park, Camelthorn Farmstead and Animal Survival International (ASI) have created a vital refuge for wildlife in the face of worsening drought. In 2024, Botswana endured its driest wet season in 40 years, leaving water sources dry and animals in crisis. In response, the couple behind Camelthorn began pumping water from their private boreholes into the dry Boteti River. ASI joined their efforts, installing a solar-powered pump, seven solar panels, and extended piping to deliver nearly 16,000 gallons (60,000 liters) of water daily. This waterhole now draws thousands of migrating zebras from the Okavango Delta each year, offering an incredible view of one of southern Africa’s great wildlife events.
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Latest Highlights

Newborn Hippo Calf Cuddles Close to Mom
Oct 28, 2025

Newborn Hippo Calf Cuddles Close to Mom

Tiny Newborn Hippo Sticks Close to Mum
Oct 27, 2025

Tiny Newborn Hippo Sticks Close to Mum

Elephant Herd Walks Past Dead Zebra
Oct 23, 2025

Elephant Herd Walks Past Dead Zebra

Elephants Use Fallen Tree for a Scratch
Oct 22, 2025

Elephants Use Fallen Tree for a Scratch

Crocodile’s Death Roll on Zebra Carcass
Oct 21, 2025

Crocodile’s Death Roll on Zebra Carcass

Crocodile Frenzy: Zebra Carcass Devoured at the Waterhole
Oct 20, 2025

Crocodile Frenzy: Zebra Carcass Devoured at the Waterhole

Crocodiles Take Advantage of a Fallen Zebra
Oct 17, 2025

Crocodiles Take Advantage of a Fallen Zebra

Elephant vs. Zebras | Who Gets the Water?
Oct 16, 2025

Elephant vs. Zebras | Who Gets the Water?

Waterhole Antics: Elephant Plays Then Chases Zebra
Oct 15, 2025

Waterhole Antics: Elephant Plays Then Chases Zebra

African Giants in Action: Elephant Sparring at Camelthorn
Oct 14, 2025

African Giants in Action: Elephant Sparring at Camelthorn

Gorgeous Male Lion Visits Camelthorn at Night
Oct 13, 2025

Gorgeous Male Lion Visits Camelthorn at Night

Adorable Elephant Calf Runs Around After A Swim
Oct 10, 2025

Adorable Elephant Calf Runs Around After A Swim