Video of Xugana Island Lodge in the Okavango Delta.

Xugana Island Lodge, situated on a wooded island abutting the lagoon, takes full advantage of this magnificent site. The thatched common area, comprising cocktail bar, lounge and curio shop, is still the original building put up in 1974, when Xugana became only the second tourist lodge ever built in the Okavango Delta. Meals, for which the lodge is justly famous, are taken alfresco on the edge of the lagoon, except on those rare occasions of rain when the lounge doubles as the dining-room. Tea is often served in the garden inside the island, where quiet, secluded reading benches can also be found. The lodge swimming pool is a unique construction, allowing guests to swim in the clear fresh water of the lagoon protected by a heavy metal cage, designed to deter “fat Albert” the crocodile, a long-time lagoon resident.

The lodge accommodates a maximum of 16 guests in raised reed and thatch “Mesasas” situated on the shaded fringe of the island, each with a lagoon view through the artfully cleared lagoon-side vegetation. The tastefully decorated “Mesasas” have twin or double beds, en-suite facilities, walk-in showers, ceiling fan and a private deck, ideal for bird watching. Accommodation includes all meals, local brand drinks, game viewing activities, park entrance fees and laundry service.

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