Remote Destinations That Make You Feel Like the Last Person on Earth

8. Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana – A Mirror of the Sky

The Makgadikgadi Pans in Botswana are so vast and empty that they create a mirrored illusion of the sky, making it feel like you’re floating between worlds. These massive salt flats, once an ancient lakebed, stretch for miles in all directions, creating one of the most surreal and isolating landscapes on Earth. At night, the silence is absolute, and the unpolluted skies explode with stars, making this one of the best stargazing destinations in the world. No crowds, no sounds, no modern distractions—just you and the endless horizon.