See the baobabs of Kubu Island

For the best of the pans, Kubu Island is a glorious ‘island’ of baobabs south of Makgadikgadi. This was the first place I ever camped in Botswana, and the magic has never left me.

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At a glance

Destinations

Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

Activity

Safari

Physical Level

Mild

Duration

1 day

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