The Makgadikgadi Pans are a desolate yet awe-inspiring area of nothingness and everything. The harsh environment of the pans changes from wet to dry season, and although only accessible by helicopter during the wet season, the dry season brings the opportunity to explore the pans in their full beauty.
To the north, the pans have a wonderful array of desert life, and their grasslands mark the point where the Kalahari meets their emptiness. Wildlife that can be seen here includes the reclusive brown hyena, the fascinating meerkat and the occasional cheetah.