The Shompole Hide

Arguably the best time to see some of Shompole’s more intriguing wildlife is at night. Built in conjunction with renowned wildlife photographer Will Burrard-Lucas, the Shompole Hide is situated across the river, and is designed to offer the opportunity to get close up to some of the more rare and shy wildlife. The Hide comprises of two sunken refurbished shipping containers, equipped with eye level views of a small waterhole.

Please note that the Hide is 4.7kms (3miles) away from the camp, and you need to drive there. Once inside the windows open up and do not have glass between you and the animals. However, there is netting to hide you from the animals.

You can spend an afternoon and evening there, or an early morning or if you feel intrepid enough overnight stays are an option, although space is limited. If your time at the Hide has not already been planned, please let us know.

Although the hide has been designed for photographers, we also designed it for all others too. Photographers or not. It is a great place to sit watch the animal behaviour from a new prespective.

Dust, every cameras nightmare, but a every photographers dream!

The Shompole Hide has been well thought out. Built by Johann du Toit and perfected by the well known photographer Will Burrard-Lucas who started up Camtraptions and Beetlecam.

The Shompole Hide is situated out in the open plains with undisturbed views for over 500m. Facing South, you get both the early morning and evening light.

Lighting is also custom made where you can set the lighting as you would like. Various options for front, side and back lighting are available all on dimmer switches.

There are 4 beds, a flushing loo, charging points and internet too! Lucky you. 🙂

Animals Seen & Photographed

Others

• Hyena – spotted
• Hyena – striped
• Genet
• Egyptian mongoose
• Slender mongoose
• White-tailed mongoose
• Porcupine
• Bat-eared fox
• Ground squirrel

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