Planet Baobab, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana
The accommodation at Planet Baobab is truly original, reflecting the traditional building methods of the original inhabitants of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans in Botswana. Why not try something different? If you are on your way to the Makgadikgadi Pans in Botswana, make Planet Baobab near Gweta part of your itinerary, unique and affordable luxury lodge on Makgadigadi Pans at Gweta in Botswana
Guests will be put up in the authentic styled Bakalanga huts of the Bushmen. These huts are super luxurious with complete ensuite bathrooms and comfortable beds. Visitors to Planet Baobab are also welcome to pitch up their tent, and start a barbecue next door. One thing is for sure - anything goes at Planet Baobab, where everyone has a completely relaxed attitude. And for those that are camping - there are showers and ablution facilities available as well.
Planet Baobab In the midst of the arid landscape, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life, one will find an unbelievable camp in the middle of nowhere. Named after the ancient baobab tree, Planet Baobab is situated on the road between Francistown and Maun. This is perhaps the funkiest camp in the entire Kalahari, guaranteeing all visitors the time of their lives!
Guests will be put up in the authentic styled Bakalanga huts of the Bushmen. These huts are super luxurious with complete ensuite bathrooms and comfortable beds. Visitors to Planet Baobab are also welcome to pitch up their tent, and start a barbecue next door. One thing is for sure - anything goes at Planet Baobab, where everyone has a completely relaxed attitude. And for those that are camping - there are showers and ablution facilities available as well.
The traditional grass huts at Planet Baobab are constructed in the manner used by the first inhabitants of the Makgadikgadi – the Bushmen of Botswana. These huts are not en suite, but you are guaranteed a very comfortable night’ sleep on two single traditional mopane and cow hide beds.
The Bakalanga mud huts are en suite and equipped with linen. The interiors of these huts reflect what Planet Baobab is about: true creativity. The walls are smeared with cow-dung in traditional Botswana style, and adorned with art made with natural pigments found in the many termite mounds in the area. The Huts are roomy clean places to sleep with mosquito nets, en-suite bathroom, safe, table and chairs all set among a group of towering Baobab trees.
If you want to sleep in your own tent, Planet Baobab has lovely shaded camping sites, each with braai area and shared ablution blocks.
Planet Baobab is home to the funkiest bar and restaurant serving interesting and delicious dishes from all across Africa and we are “vegetarian-friendly”!
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Planet Baobab’s Kalahari Surf Club adds a new dimention to surfing. You won’t find 10-foot waves in this club on the Makgadikgadi Pans, only wide open spaces and quad bikes for the thrill of your life. After this, enjoy the magical sunset of Botswana before tucking into a braai in the moonlight. When you can’t keep your eyes open, go to sleep in a traditional bedroll while the African stars keep watch. This is magic!
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Based on 489 reviews
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Location
4.1
Sleep Quality
3.8
Rooms
3.7
Service
3.8
Value
3.7
Cleanliness
4.1
Published Sun, Oct 31, 2025
One of the highlights of a three week trip to Botswana. We slept out on the pans with the Baobab team. What an experience. A true bucket list item ticked off. Dinner was super tasty, beds were very...
