• Xaranna Camp, Botswana

About Xaranna Tented Camp, Okavango Delta

About Xaranna Tented Camp, Okavango Delta

Xaranna Camp is an intimate spacious camp situated in the Okavango Delta area of Botswana providing the perfect base to explore this stunning area. From all of the guest areas and each of your own private decks, look out onto the thriving plains. As there are no fences, do not be surprised if you have an uninvited guest join you for breakfast or walk past you as you relax in your private plunge pool.

This is an ideal camp for wildlife enthusiasts, due to its extremely remote location; there is the opportunity to spot the specially adapted wildlife such as the red lechwe antelope. Many of the animals have adapted in order to survive the areas swampy conditions- the red lechwe antelope for example has elongated hooves in order for them to be able to survive the slippery conditions.

Lodge Details

Style

A small, luxurious tented camp with a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Setting

Situated in an exclusive, remote area of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve - in high season it is only accessible via boat. From Maun you will have to take a short flight by light aircraft to the Pom Pom airstrip where you will be met by your guide and transferred to the camp.

Accommodation & Facilities

Each of the nine spacious suites is complete with an en-suite; all include a deep bath, as well as an indoor and outdoor shower.  There are also private decks outside each of the tents; complete with their own private plunge pool, the perfect base from which to explore the amazing game within your breath-taking surroundings.

Throughout the camp there are a number of incredible guest areas; whether it’s entertaining the kids in the games room or losing yourself within a novel in one of the secluded reading spots. The open air boma (fire pit) is often used for sundowners and is the perfect spot to share your sensational stories of your day’s adventures.

Dining

The dining at Xaranna Tented Camp is on a full board basis, the dishes are traditional, hearty meals typical in this area of Botswana. Most meals are served within the open air restaurant however; it is possible to request your dinner to be served either in your room or in the comfort of your own private decking area.

Activities

The main focus for staying at this remote location is the advanced possibility of spotting the big five, there are day and night drives which take place on a daily basis and you are able to bring a packed lunch with you to enjoy in the bush. There are also riverboat cruises which enable you to get even closer to the thriving nature and wildlife, there are also mekero (hollowed out canoes) available for you to embark on your own expedition.

Child Policy

All children are welcome at Xaranna Tented Camp and the attentive staff have devised a special programme for them.