Lying adjacent to the huge Makgadikgadi salt pans is Nxai Pan, a landscape largely covered by dusty grassland and dotted with clusters of umbrella acacia trees and mopane woodland. Nxai Pan has sensational game viewing - famous for its huge springbok population, annual Zebra Migration and being home to rare species including the elusive brown hyena and wild dog.
Highlights
Unique landscape of umbrella acacia trees and mopane woodland
Home to rare species, including brown hyena and African wild dog
Sensational game viewing and safari activities
Famous for huge springbok population
Ancient and unique Baines Baobabs
Iconic Activities
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Cultural Experience
Food Experience
Photographic Safari
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Natural Wonders
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Nxai Pan Map
Enriching encounters
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect in the Nxai Pan
Wildebeest
Springbok
Oryx
Lion
Impala
Elephant
Cheetah
Brown Hyena
Sample Itineraries
TRIPS TO INSPIRE
From majestic wildlife to out of this world natural wonders, enchanting beaches and intriguing cities, every bespoke Mahlatini journey is thrilling. Unsure where to visit? Whether it’s a bucket-list adventure, a milestone celebration or simply a much-needed escape, experience the joy with this inspiring selection of favourites.
From remote safari camps to world-class resorts, our selected properties are hand-picked by our experts and endorsed by our guests. Often intimate, always exceptional, we'll choose the perfect lodges, hotels and villas to suit your personal style and interests.
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HOW TO BOOK
At Mahlatini, we like to make things easy for you. Browse our website for inspiration or pick up the phone. Whether you’re full of ideas or unsure of where to start, we’re here to help. Serial safari-goer or first-time visitor, we’re ready to create your ultimate tailormade itinerary.
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Adventure Holiday to
Zimbabwe, South Africa, Botswana & Kenya
All arrangements and accommodations were great. This was the trip of our lifetime.
We absolutely adored our honeymoon in South Africa, Botswana, and Mauritius. We had an excellent experience working with Mahlatini and are so thankful we did! From exploring the city of Cape Town, adventuring to the Cape of Good Hope and the Winelands, going on safari in the Okavango Delta in Botsw…
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4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Guided Walking Safari
Cultural Experience
Food Experience
Photographic Safari
Star Gazing/Star Bed
Natural Wonders
