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📍 Makgadikgadi Pans

Vast salt pans and meerkats.

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Overview

Makgadikgadi Pans travel guide

Vast salt pans and meerkats. Makgadikgadi Pans is one of the highlights of any trip to Botswana, and most travellers spend around 1–2 days here.

Things to do

Top things to do in Makgadikgadi Pans

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Adventure

In Makgadikgadi Pans, take on adventure activities and outdoor excursions.

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Nature

In Makgadikgadi Pans, head into the surrounding nature, parks and viewpoints.

Getting around

How to reach & get around Makgadikgadi Pans

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Getting there

Most visitors arrive in Botswana via Maun (MUB) / Kasane (BBK), then continue to Makgadikgadi Pans by domestic flight, train, bus or road.

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Budget

Plan for roughly $70–$700 per day. See the full Botswana budget guide.

Beyond Makgadikgadi Pans

Day trips & nearby places

Okavango Delta

Okavango Delta

🗓 2–3 days

Mokoro safaris in a watery wilderness.

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Chobe National Park

Chobe National Park

🗓 2 days

The world's largest elephant herds.

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Moremi

Moremi

🗓 1–2 days

Big cats and birdlife in the delta.

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FAQ

Makgadikgadi Pans travel FAQ

How many days do you need in Makgadikgadi Pans?
Most travellers spend 1–2 days in Makgadikgadi Pans — enough to see the highlights and take on adventure activities and outdoor excursions.
What is Makgadikgadi Pans known for?
Makgadikgadi Pans is especially good for adventure, nature. Vast salt pans and meerkats.
When is the best time to visit Makgadikgadi Pans?
The best time is generally May–Oct (dry), in line with the rest of Botswana.
How do you get to Makgadikgadi Pans?
Most visitors arrive via Maun (MUB) / Kasane (BBK), then reach Makgadikgadi Pans by domestic flight, train, bus or road.
How much does Makgadikgadi Pans cost?
Budget around $70–$700 per person per day depending on your style.
Is Makgadikgadi Pans worth visiting?
Yes — Makgadikgadi Pans is one of the highlights of Botswana, particularly if you enjoy adventure, nature.