Xugana Island Lodge | Botswana | Ultimate Travel Company

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XUGANA ISLAND LODGE, OKAVANGO DELTA

One of the Okavango’s most spectacular permanent water sites
XUGANA ISLAND LODGE, OKAVANGO DELTA

WATER-BASED SAFARI

On an island overlooking the Xugana Lagoon, one of the Okavango’s most spectacular permanent water sites, this camp delivers an enchanting water-based safari.

Xugana Island Lodge takes full advantage of its enviable location, inviting guests to experience the region’s prolific wildlife both on land and water.

Xugana Island Lodge | Botswana | Ultimate Travel Company

Lazy afternoons can be spent fishing for bream in one of the many surrounding waterways, or gliding along in a traditional mokoro canoe. The birding is outstanding, and nature walks are great for getting up close to animals like the rare red lechwe, especially when in the company of Xugana’s experienced guides.

The lodge itself is small, housing just 16 guests in raised reed-and-thatch chalets – each with a private viewing deck designed to drink in the glorious delta views. The lounge, bar and dining areas are open-sided and set back under a beautiful canopy of ebony and mangosteen trees. The swimming pool lies in mature gardens at the heart of the island, making it the perfect place to retreat to during the heat of the day.

Xugana Island Lodge | Botswana | Ultimate Travel Company
OVERVIEW

XUGANA ISLAND LODGE, OKAVANGO DELTA

Xugana Island Lodge At a glance,

  • Picturesque water camp set on a private concession in the game-rich Okavango Delta
  • Exceptional island setting overlooking the beautiful Xugana Lagoon
  • Eight reed-and-thatch chalets with private viewing decks
  • Teak flooring, romantic double beds and spacious ensuite bathrooms
  • Expansive deck and al fresco dining area overlooking the water
  • Sumptuous meals paired with South African wines
  • Cosy bar adorned with a fire pit and comfortable safari chairs

For leisure and pleasure

  • Team of experienced professional guides to lead excursions
  • Guided nature walks on one of the many islands around the lodge
  • Tranquil mokoro (canoe) excursions along crystal clear waterways
  • Motorised boat safaris to get up close to the region’s wildlife
  • Superb birdwatching, particularly between November and March when migratory species visit
  • Catch and release fishing for bream and tiger fish (seasonal)
  • Small swimming pool set in mature gardens

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