Planet Baobab: A Kalahari Oasis
Discover a quirky desert oasis near Gweta, Botswana, offering adventure and cultural immersion on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Pans.
Planet Baobab, near Gweta, Botswana, is a unique and quirky lodge offering an authentic African experience. Nestled amongst giant baobab trees, it serves as a gateway to the Makgadikgadi Pans, offering a blend of adventure and cultural immersion.
A brief summary to Planet Baobab
- R864+877, Gweta, BW
- +27113264407
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the dry season (May to October) for optimal access to the Makgadikgadi Pans and clear night skies for stargazing.
- Engage in a guided quad bike tour across the pans for a thrilling experience of the vast, open landscape.
- Take a cultural tour of Gweta village to learn about the local Tswana people and their traditions.
- Don't miss the opportunity to see the habituated meerkats, offering a unique wildlife encounter.
- Pack warm clothing, as desert nights can be surprisingly cold.
Getting There
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Bus
Regular bus services connect Gweta to Maun and Francistown. From the Gweta bus stop, Planet Baobab is approximately 5km east of town on the Maun-Francistown road. You can ask the bus driver to stop at the turn-off to Planet Baobab. From there, a pre-arranged transfer with the lodge or a local taxi can take you to the camp. A taxi from the Gweta bus stop to Planet Baobab will cost approximately 50-70 BWP.
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Self-Drive
Planet Baobab is located 5km east of Gweta, on the Francistown-Maun road (A3). From Gweta, follow the A3 towards Francistown. The lodge is clearly signposted with a giant aardvark. The camp is accessible year-round by two-wheel drive vehicles. If driving from Maun, Planet Baobab is approximately 200km away; from Nata, it is about 100km. Fuel is often available in Gweta. Parking is available at the lodge.
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