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7 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Botswana

Updated September 21, 2020

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Gcwihaba Caverns

Wondrous stalactites house thousands of bats in these African caves.

Chobe, Botswana

African Quadripoint

There is only one place in the world where the corners of four nations come together.

Mmatshumo, Botswana

Kubu Island

An enchanting rocky island of scraggly baobabs surrounded by an ancient sea and sprawling salt pans.

The Makgadikgadi Pan stretches off as far as the eye can see.

Tutume, Botswana

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

Spanning over 10,000 square miles, this ancient salt pan is one of the largest on the planet.

Kgatleng, Botswana

Matsieng Footprints

Local legend has it that the first humans were created in the pools here, leaving their footprints behind in the rock.

Molepolole, Botswana

Kebokwe's Cave

The historic cave is both a symbol of superstition and black magic and inspired one of the early Christian converts in Botswana.

Gaborone, Botswana

The Three Dikgosi

This trio of bronze giants celebrate the influential trip to Britain that led to Botswana's independence.

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Botswana

7 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Botswana

Updated September 21, 2020

Unusual Attractions in Botswana

Botswana

Gcwihaba Caverns

Chobe, Botswana

African Quadripoint

Mmatshumo, Botswana

Kubu Island

Tutume, Botswana

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

Kgatleng, Botswana

Matsieng Footprints

Molepolole, Botswana

Kebokwe's Cave

Gaborone, Botswana

The Three Dikgosi

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