Kubu Island, Granite rock hill and archaeological site in Makgadikgadi Pan, Botswana.
Kubu Island rises as a granite formation within the expansive salt flats of Makgadikgadi Pan, featuring ancient stone walls and circular cairns.
Archaeological discoveries at Kubu Island include stone tools and structures that indicate human presence in the region during prehistoric periods.
The name Kubu derives from the Kalanga word for large rock or the Tswana term for hippopotamus, reflecting the linguistic diversity of Botswana.
The site offers basic camping facilities managed by Gaing O Community Trust, with different pricing tiers for local, SADC, and international visitors.
The granite outcrop contains 344 circular stone cairns and walls reaching 1.25 meters in height, standing isolated in the salt pan landscape.
GPS coordinates: -20.89300,25.81900
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34
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