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Makgadikgadi Epic fever this weekend!

Friday, July 14, 2023 | 1490 Views |

The popular Makgadikgadi Epic is back this weekend at its traditional host place, the Sowa Pan area. The weekend long fun-filled activities are tipped to promote adventure tourism in the area.

The event is coordinated by Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) in collaboration with Parachute Association of Botswana (PAB), and it is hosted by BOTASH in partnership with Sowa Township Council and Tutume District Council in the Sowa Salt Pans. The event is scheduled to run for three days.

This year's event is themed: 'A Safari Chic Experience.'

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Makgadikgadi Epic fever this weekend!

The popular Makgadikgadi Epic is back this weekend at its traditional host place, the Sowa Pan area. The weekend long fun-filled activities are tipped to promote adventure tourism in the area.

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