MOREMI GAME RESERVE Xakanaxa Camp

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Highlights

  • Cool, Rustic Tents

    And we mean cool in the literal sense- a modern spray system keeps the tents cool in summer.

  • Night Time

    The Camp comes alive at night lit by paraffin lamps it is simply stunning.

  • Powerboat Excursions

    An excellent way of getting up close and personal with the wildlife on the Xakanaxa lagoon and channels.

  • Quality Birding

    This region is famous for the quality of its bird watching.

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General information

Big game, big birds, big water – Xakanaxa Camp is one of the pioneer safari camps in Botswana’s Okavango Delta. Its prime location on the banks of the Khwai River on the Xakanaxa Lagoon in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve ensures that it is one of the only safari camps which can provide guests with an authentic year round Okavango Delta land and water safari experience.

As the custodians of one of Botswana’s very first safari camps the owners of Xakanaxa Camp (pronounced Ka-kan-a-ka) have gone to extraordinary lengths to preserve its original African bush camp character whilst providing guests with every comfort.

The stylish main buildings extend into the Khwai River and are set on raised platforms to maximize the views over the surrounding lagoons and islands. Constructed of local timber, reed and thatch they comprise of an elegant lounge containing a small but comprehensive library, dining room, expansive sundeck, plunge pool and sala with day bed as well as a fire-deck set under giant Jackalberry trees. The reception lounge boasts a curio shop and facilities are provided for charging videos, cameras and batteries. The camp operates on generator power but at night all lighting is supplied by gas and paraffin lanterns, giving the camp an authentic African ambience.

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Our view

Xakanaxa, rare in that it is still privately owned and managed, is one of the favourite Delta camps.

  • Exclusive use options available
  • Xakanaxa is an excellent option for families
  • Great to combine the camp with another Delta lodge
  • Comfortable cooled tents

 

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Price

From USD $470.00 per person Add to trip planner

Location

Xakanaxa Camp is located 50kms to the west of the Khwai Gate in the northern sector of the Moremi Game Reserve.

Activities

This is one of the few Botswana lodges that can offer all year round boating trips, as well as extensive 4x4 drives into outstanding game country. Birding is quite spectacular, especially during spring and summer when the migrants breed. Huge numbers of breeding storks and herons are attracted to the world-famous heronries, which lies to the north of the lodge. Nature walks on nearby islands are available here. Guests are offered two activities of their choice per day, or even an all-day outing can be arranged.

Rooms

Xakanaxa accommodates only 24 guests in twelve classic safari tents on raised platforms set on the banks of the Khwai River, each with a private viewing deck overlooking the Xakanaxa Lagoon. Each tent is tastefully furnished with twin or double beds and en-suite facilities with shower, hand basin and ablution facilities. A water sprinkler system aids cooling in the midday heat.

Dining

The kitchen is renowned for its traditional safari fare served with a Pan-African touch, all accompanied by excellent South African wines. Meals are generally taken around the main dining room table where tales of the day’s exciting experiences are recounted and discussed in great detail. We do also cater individually for guests wishing to dine in private

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