Makgadikgadi

Located in the central part of Botswana, the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans are the remains of an ancient fossil super-lake and generally offer a slightly different experience to the rest of the country’s wildlife areas. Quad biking is a great way to explore the endless expanse and in recent times, the area has become a favourite for spending time up-close-and-personal with a local family of Meerkats.

It should be noted though, if you are visiting Botswana for big game, then this is not the place for you. However, it’s vastness offers a unique connection with the wilderness and one that is unparalleled by most other safari destinations. Aside from unique desert-dwelling animals such as Meerkats, Brown Hyaenas and Springbok – there is often little game to be seen in the dry season – although the nearby Nxai Pan is home to Lions, Cheetah and Elephants year-round. However, following rains in November, the area is inundated with the second largest migration of Zebra on the planet who come to graze on the mineral rich pastures.