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Xugana Island Lodge

Xugana Island Lodge

Okavango Delta

This is probably one of the most spectacular permanent water sites in the entire Okavango Delta. Xugana Island Lodge is situated on a wooded island abutting the lagoon and takes full advantage of this magnificent site. The thatched common area, comprising a viewing deck, bar, lounge and curio shop, is still the original building put up in 1974 when Xugana became only the second lodge ever built in the Okavango Delta. Set within the well-established garden is a refreshing swimming pool and sun deck.

The lodge accommodates only sixteen guests in large, raised, reed and thatch lagoon-facing chalets, with en-suite facilities and private viewing decks optimally placed on the shaded fringe of the island. The comfortable chalets are attractively furnished and have fan, safe, tea and coffee-making facilities

Mokoro trips in eco-friendly dugout canoes built to the traditional design, boat safaris to lagoons and islands and wilderness walks give guests the chance to see the Delta wildlife such as sitatunga and lechwe antelope, crocodile and hippo, as well as the other big game that frequents the islands and edges of the river. Bird-watching opportunities are outstanding, and the bream and tiger fishing can be excellent at certain times of the year. The peaceful boat ride back across Xugana Lagoon during the spectacular African sunset will provide you with lifelong memories.

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Amenities

Activities, Bar, Game Drives, Luxury, Restaurant, Safari Style All Inclusive, Swimming Pool, Walking & Trekking

Inclusions

Our Offers

Single Supplement Waivers - ask us for details and applicable shoulder-season dates.

Other Options

Located on the banks of the Shire River, Mkulumadzi Lodge has 8 stunning chalets where you can relax and fall under the spell of the sights & sounds of the river, in the heart of Majete Wildlife Reserve. The lodge lies at the confluence of two rivers and is ideal for discovering the areas wildlife. There’s a restaurant with indoor and outdoor areas, swimming pool and viewing deck. The lodge has a sleep-out Star Bed, located in a secluded spot. With just 8 chalets the small and intimate camp is ideal for discovering this part of the country.

The reserve is one of the greatest success stories of African conservation. Located in the south of Malawi in 70,000 hectares of and part of the great Rift Valley.

With a good mix of wildlife, the lodge offers Big 5 game viewing in a delightful setting.

Mkulumadzi Lodge

Majete Wildlife Reserve

Situated on a large open plain stretching towards the Shire River in Liwonde National Park, Kuthengo is nestled among fever trees and baobabs. The camp has only 5 modern safari tents (one of which is a 2 x double family tent), which are air-conditioned and have their own sitting area and private bathroom. 

In between game drives, enjoy the setting of the camp. You’ll see Fish Eagle in the trees and enjoy the beautiful setting. The camp has a sitting area as well as a laundry service and a small plunge pool for a cooling dip. All meals are taken in a covered and central deck area, which overlooks the river. Hippo graze nearby as you enjoy wonderful meals. There is also a small social area nearby, for that pre- and post-dinner G&T overlooking the wonderful vista across the Shire River. 

The unspoilt Liwonde National Park is a fabulous retreat to enjoy all that’s on offer from game drives and walking safaris, as well as boat cruises along the Shire River. The wildlife is plentiful with many elephants, hippo, buffalo and crocodiles. There are also some rhino which have recently been reintroduced, as well as some big cats (leopard, lion and some Cheetah) and over 400 types of birds, all of which add up to an exciting safari destination.

Kuthengo Camp

Liwonde National Park

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Mvuu Lodge

Liwonde National Park

How our Tent Ratings work

These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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