3 Nights Makgadikgadi Pans Adventure

Introduction

3 Nights Makgadikgadi Pans Adventure  

Duration: 4 Days | 3 Nights

Days: 1-4 Makgadikgadi Pans National Park & Boteti River 

Countries: Botswana                  

Camps: Leroo La Tau

Type of Safari

Explorer: Fully Inclusive Custom Itinerary for group size (2+)

Departure Date: All year round/Daily:

Summary:

Discover the untouched beauty of the Makgadikgadi Pans with our exclusive 3-night itinerary, thoughtfully designed to deliver an extraordinary adventure. Venture into one of Botswana’s most remote and captivating regions for a truly immersive experience.

At Leroo La Tau, our prime location along the Boteti River allows guests to witness two of the region's most iconic spectacles during the dry season (June – October): the awe-inspiring Zebra Migration and a once-in-a-lifetime sleep-out on the vast Makgadikgadi Salt Pans.

This 3-night journey includes a private, personalised salt pans sleep-out, accompanied by the guests’ own specialist guide. Guests will also embark on a breathtaking helicopter flight to the mystical Kubu Island, a sacred site on the eastern edge of the salt pans. This experience promises a deep connection to the stillness and boundless horizons of this otherworldly landscape.

Highlights of this safari:

• 3-nights at Leroo La Tau, a unique lodge perfectly situated on the western edge of the pans.
• Privately guided by specialist guides.
• Private sleep-out experience on the expansive Makgadikgadi Salt Pans for one unforgettable night
• Helicopter transfers included for trips to and from the Sleep-Out, with an exclusive visit to Kubu Island.
• Witness the awe-inspiring Zebra Migration as they congregate along the Boteti River in front of the lodge.
• Engage in an immersive cultural visit to local communities and farms in the Khumaga area.

Safari Itinerary

Days: 1-4

MAKGADIKGADI SALT PANS NATIONAL PARK/BOTETI RIVER

On arrival in Maun, Botswana the guests will be met by a representative to assist them with their connection on to a light charter flight (scheduled service) to Leroo la Tau.

DAY 1 After a check in guests will head out on an afternoon game drive, exploring the Boteti River valley and witnessing the spectacular congregation of zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and elephants.

DAY 2: Guests begin the day with an early morning game drive, tracing the movements of lions and experiencing the tranquil African dawn. After returning to the lodge for lunch, guests prepare for a journey to the salt pans, packing a small overnight bag. A private helicopter will be ready for an unforgettable flight over the expansive pans, culminating in a private sleep-out camp set up by our incredible camp staff.

DAY 3: Wake up to sunrise tea/coffee and explore the moon-like landscape before a light breakfast. The helicopter will be ready and waiting to take guests on an excursion deeper into the pans, landing at Kubu Island to explore its fascinating geology and ancient artifacts. Enjoy a light picnic on the island before possibly visiting the flamingo migration (water levels in the pan areas permitting).

Overnight at Leroo la Tau (3 Nights) – Fully inclusive

Day 4: End of Safari

Guests conclude their journey with a morning game drive followed by a visit to the Khumaga community, offering insights into local rural life

After a final morning activity, guests will depart the camp for Maun Airport where they will continue with onward travel arrangements.

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Includes internal charter flights starting Maun & ending Maun. Private helicopter transfers to/from salt pans sleep-out with an extension to Kubu Island. Exclusive use of the salt pans sleep out location. Private guiding and hosting throughout including all other private value adds listed as per the itinerary.

What to know?

Valid 15 June – 31 October (when the salt pans are accessible for sleep-outs). Fantastic for private families or small groups of up to 6 travellers (larger groups on special request). Meerkat sightings are not guaranteed. Subject to availability of the sleep-out.

What’s included?

A specialist private guided host for the full duration of your stay. Private activities throughout. A private helicopter transfer to and from the salt pans sleep-out with an adventure add on to Kubu Island. A private sleep-out on the salt pans. In additional requests can be added accordingly.