Makgadikgadi Salt Pan
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Thomas Miller

Makgadikgadi Salt Pan

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Popularity in Country
21 of 22
English Speaking
Great
Popularity in Category
35 of 35
Popularity Worldwide
29000 of 29088
Tourist Friendly
Good

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Region

Africa

Country

Address

Botswana

Time for Visit

~4h

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user.image Dorothy Lewis
March 23, 2025 anchor icon
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I recommend hitting the pans around sunrise, like 6 AM, for the best colors and cooler temps. Seriously, it's magical and you won't melt! I saw soooo many fantastic photos everyone else took around that time.

user.image George Scott
February 11, 2025 anchor icon

I think renting a 4x4 vehicle is a must. The salt pans can be tricky, and I got stuck in a soft patch once. Having a solid ride will save you time and headache exploring the vast area without hiccups.

user.image Charles Garcia
February 4, 2025 anchor icon

My advice is to bring snacks and water from Maun, I ended up paying way too much for basics at the campsites. Trust me, you'll save a few bucks for more fun activities if you stock up before you go!