Today, travel from Palapye to Nata, where your lodge sits on the edge of the vast Makgadikgadi Salt Pans — one of the largest salt flats in the world, stretching over 12,000 square kilometers. On arrival, head out on a three-hour open-vehicle excursion through Nata Bird Sanctuary to explore these endless, otherworldly landscapes.
Surrounded by the Kalahari Desert, the pans are dry and shimmering for much of the year, creating surreal heat mirages across the horizon. After the rains, however, the landscape transforms into a haven for migratory birds and wildlife. This evening, unwind and enjoy a restful night at your comfortable lodge.