“Planet Baobab, a vibrant traveler hotspot near the vast salt pans framed by the legendary trees.”
Between 17 gigantic baobabs, just outside Gweta, lies Planet Baobab. How would we describe this unique place? As a colorful, laid-back camp with more surprises than you would expect in the desolate Makgadikgadi. Here you discover how expansive Botswana can be, with comfort, coziness, and adventure in one vibrant whole.
Characterful huts under baobabs
Choosing Planet Baobab means opting for a stylish stay in one of the 18 traditionally styled Kalanga huts with a private ensuite bathroom. Each hut is cheerfully painted, with patchwork bedding, mosquito nets, and fresh cotton sheets. Everything radiates local colorful style, but with surprisingly much comfort.
Surroundings of Planet Baobab: green, dry or full of migration
The camp at Planet Baobab is open year-round, offering a different experience with each season. Between April and October, for example, you can take a quad ride over the pans and sleep under the stars. In the more green season, you can see zebra and wildebeest migrations and go on bushwalks with local guides.
Activities from Planet Baobab
Adventure, action, or just peace and relaxation? Whatever you as a safari lover prefer, at Planet Baobab, you will definitely find an activity that makes your vacation in Botswana even more beautiful. Let’s list a few:
- Guided baobab bush walk including sundowner
- Meet meerkats at the edge of the salt pan
- Visit cultural village and cattle post
- Quadbike expeditions (dry season)
- Sleep-out on the pan
- Game drives in search of desert wildlife
- Swimming in the largest pool in the Kalahari
- Cozy bar, campfire, and relaxed atmosphere
Wildlife in surprising forms and
In the dry months, you can see animals that have fully adapted to life in the desert. Think of species like bat-eared foxes, springbok, and the rare brown hyena. During the rainy seasons, the surroundings of Planet Baobab become the setting for a spectacular migration of thousands of zebras and wildebeests. This is truly one of Africa’s best-kept secrets.
The atmosphere of Planet Baobab
The main restaurant at Planet Baobab offers a colorful mix of African design and comfort. Here, you share stories around the campfire, relax by the pool, and feel instantly welcome. Everything is accessible, warm, and perfect as a base for a few days of adventure.
Also for campers
Good to know: Planet Baobab also has a small and well-equipped campsite, ideal for self-drivers or travelers on a smaller budget. You are shaded by trees and have access to clean sanitary facilities, a communal kitchen, and all the camp’s amenities. Yes, this also includes the pool.
Who is Planet Baobab suitable for?
What type of adventurer are you? And do you already know what kind of safari adventure you want to pursue in Botswana? Definitely visit Planet Baobab if you recognize yourself in these descriptions:
- Families with children of all ages
- Self-drivers and adventurous couples
- Group travelers and backpackers
- Anyone looking to combine affordable safari with adventure
Practical info about Planet Baobab
- Price range: Budget
- Minimum age: All ages welcome
- Location: Near Gweta, between Maun and Nata, in the Makgadikgadi region
- Activities: Quads, bush walks, sleep-outs, cultural tours, meerkats, game drives
Personal proposal
Are you ready for colorful huts, quad tours over the salt pan, and meerkats under the baobabs? Contact us, we are happy to help you plan your Botswana trip with a stay at Planet Baobab.
