This far-flung lodge in the northern reaches of Botswana's Chobe National Park may seem unduly far off the beaten path for some – and ideally placed for others. But Nogatsaa Pans follows its own logic, one that falls in step with the bush. Surrounded by a cluster of natural clay-bottom pans that attract huge numbers of wildlife in the dry season, Nogatsaa is strategically placed on the largest pan, Kwikamba. The lodge's structures, all on stilts, range across the thicketed bank. The main attraction? The landscapes, which are sweeping and silent, and the creatures that flock to the water sources.
Ten king-sized/double canvas tents and two family tents skirt the pan, raised on platforms a good distance from the edge of the water for broad panoramas. Each has a spacious front porch – ideal for breezy midday game viewing. Inside, the bedroom has a queen/twin beds, and a dressing area. Through a parted canvas wall, the en-suite bathroom has a shower, toilet and double basin. The family tents sleep four in two adjoining tents connected by a spacious living room.
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Nogatsaa Pans Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Botswana trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Botswana trips featuring Nogatsaa Pans Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Botswana specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Nogatsaa Pans Lodge start from around $660, or US$660, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.
A place for unrivalled elephant sightings in Botswana and serene boat cruises along the mighty Chobe River.
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