The Etosha Pan is a large endorheic salt pan, forming part of the Cuvelai-Etosha Basin in the north of Namibia. It is a vast hollow in the ground in which water may collect or in which a deposit of salt remains after water has evaporated.

The Etosha Pan is a vast, bare, open expanse of shimmering green and white that covers around 4,800km², almost a quarter of the beautiful Etosha National Park. At 130 km’s long and up to 50km’s wide in places, it is comfortably the largest salt pan in Africa and is the park’s most distinctive and dramatic feature, visible even from space.

Etosha National Park is unique in Africa. The park’s main characteristic is a salt pan so large it can be seen from space. Yet there is abundant wildlife that congregates around the waterholes, giving you almost guaranteed game sightings.

Etosha Pan, extremely flat salt pan, northern Namibia, covering an area of approximately 1,900 square miles (4,800 square km) at an elevation of about 3,400 feet (1,030 m). This enormous expanse of salt, glimmering green in the dry season, is the largest of its kind in Africa.

Jan 22, 2020 · As new images from the NASA Earth Observatory show, that transformation from bone-dry to bluish can occur in just weeks. In this false-color image of the Etosha Pan, taken from the Terra...

Discover Etosha Pan in Namibia's Etosha National Park: A must-read guide detailing the Pan's unique ecosystem, wildlife, and conservation efforts. Perfect for eco-tourists and wildlife enthusiasts exploring Etosha Pan's majestic beauty.

The Etosha pan is undoubtedly, massive. It is the most distinctive feature of the park and can even be seen from space. It is believed that it was formed over 100 million years ago and is 130 km’s long and up to 50 km’s wide in certain places.

Feb 7, 2025 · The Etosha Salt Pan is one of the most striking natural wonders in Namibia, covering an area of 4,800 square kilometers. This vast, white landscape sits at the heart of Etosha National Park and dramatically influences the region’s climate, wildlife …

Apr 25, 2024 · The Etosha Pan is a dramatic scene that is a geological story millions of years in the making. Sitting smack dab in the centre of Etosha National Park, the Pan makes for an otherworldly sighting that’ll leave you speechless.

The Etosha Pan is not just a geographical feature; it is a testament to the incredible adaptability and resilience of nature. This vast salt pan, with its seasonal transformations and rich biodiversity, is a centerpiece of Etosha National Park and a must-see for any visitor to Namibia.