House of Safari: Glance of Botswana 2022

Oddballs’ Enclave is a small, secluded off-shoot of the Okavango’s most famous destination, set on the same beautiful island and with spectacular views over the floodplains and old-growth forest of the island fringe. With just five elevated ‘mini-meru’ walk-in tents, each en-suite, with single or king beds and fine linen, The Enclave is the perfect venue for small groups, families and those seeking an intimate atmosphere in which to luxuriate in one of the world’s most beautiful settings.

The Enclave is on a small island just off the south-western edge of Chief's Island, deep in the heart of the Okavango, and bordering Moremi Game Reserve. The camp is accessible only by light aircraft. On arrival, you will be welcomed to the island by your private guide, who will remain your guide for the duration of your stay.

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Oddballs' Enclave Credit: footsteps-in-africa.com Mekoro activities are a highlight at Oddballs' Enclave

Main guest area Credit: AwesomePhotos.co.za Guest areas at Oddballs' Enclave

Exterior view of tent Credit: AwesomePhotos.co.za Overlooking the sweep of the Delta

Oddballs Enclave Exterior view

Dining at Oddballs' Enclave Family style meals

Oddballs' Enclave Tent Double or twin tents

Oddballs' Enclave Mokoro Activities subject to water levels

Oddballs' Enclave Main Area Sunset in the main area

Oddballs' Enclave Walking activity Guided safari walk

Oddballs' Enclave Bathroom Ensuite bathroom with bucket showers, flushing toilets

Mini-Meru Tent(s)

Oddballs’ Enclave can accommodate a maximum of 8 guests, in five twin or double bedded mini-Meru tents, making it a classic and intimate camp. The tents are on elevated wooden decks, each with a semi-detached private bathroom with an al fresco bucket shower, and hot and cold running water.

Property Facilities

Bar, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Restaurant

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Detached Private Bathroom, En-Suite, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Outside Shower, Shower

Services

Babysitting Service, Credit Card

Private mokoro (traditional dug out canoe) Private guided walks Cultural interaction at an authentic baYei village Mokoro Camping Trail

Our guides are locals - this is a man of the swamp, born and raised in the area, and you will spend your days in his mokoro (pl. mekoro), gliding through the floodplains and channels

Our guides are locals - this is a man of the swamp, born and raised in the area, and you will spend your days walking under his guidance on some of the many islands in the area, taking in the magnificent scenery and light as well as the abundant game and bird-life of the Okavango.

Cultural interaction at an authentic baYei village

For guests staying a minimum of four nights, Oddballs’ Enclave also offers privately guided overnight camping trails by mokoro, for a minimum of two nights – although they recommend three or more to get the best out of this unique safari. The trails are amongst the most sought-after wilderness experiences in the world today, offering an opportunity to experience life in serenity and on its own terms in a way not easily achieved in the modern world.

Sango Safari Camp is nestled in the shade of the trees overlooking the Khwai River. Situated on the outskirts of the traditional village of Khwai and on the border of Moremi Game Reserve, the camp offers guests the perfect base from which to explore the wildlife and culture of this unique habitat.

Accommodating 12 guests in 6 en-suite meru tents Sango Safari Camp is designed in the style of the classic tented safari camp of days gone by. With its open-air bucket showers, hand crafted furnishings and classic styling Sango Safari Camp aims to rekindle the atmosphere of the luxury mobile safari camp, successfully blending the rustic with the luxurious.

With the Khwai River forming a natural border between the world famous Moremi Game Reserve and Khwai Concession, animals can travel freely through this vast unfenced wilderness. Situated on the river overlooking the Moremi and with access to both these magnificent wildlife areas, Sango Safari Camp is focused on delivering an exceptional wildlife experience to our guests. The camp’s location allows guests to take advantage of a host of wildlife activities which include open vehicle game drives both in the Moremi and in the Khwai concession area, night drives and mokoro trips.

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Sango Team

Meru tent

Tent

Dining area

Dining area

Viewing deck

Pool

Meru Style Tents

Accommodating 12 guests in six en-suite meru tents Sango Safari Camp is designed in the style
of the classic tented safari camp of days gone by.

With its open-air showers, hand crafted furnishings and classic styling Sango Safari Camp aims to
rekindle the atmosphere of the luxury mobile safari camp, successfully blending the rustic with the luxurious.

Each tent has a unique view on the Khwai River, which forms a natural border between the Moremi Game Reserve and the Khwai Concession. While sitting on the veranda wildlife can be easily spotted. During the night the sounds of the Bush will carry you to sleep.

Property Facilities

Bar, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pool

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Safe, Shower, Verandah

Services

Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card

Xugana Lagoon is widely accepted as being the most spectacular permanent water site in the entire 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.

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 riverine fringes. 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 provides a lifelong memory.

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Aerial View of Xugana Island Lodge Xugana Island Lodge overlooking the Xugana Lagoon in the heart of the Okavango Delta

Xugana Island Lodge Deck Xugana Island Lodge on the edge of the Xugana Lagoon

Guest Room Interior Interior view of the reed chalet at Xugana Island Lodge

Guest Room Bathroom Interior Interior of the en-suite bathrooms at Xugana Island Lodge

Xugana Island Lodge Fire Deck View over the Xugana Lagoon from the deck at Xugana Island Lodge

Xugana Island Lodge Deck Private dining on the deck at Xugana Island Lodge

Indoor Lounge and Dining Room The indoor dining room and open plan lounge at Xugana Island Lodge

Outdoor Dining Dining outdoors on the deck at Xugana Island Lodge

Guided Bush Walk Guided bush walk in the Okavango Delta with armed guides in the Okavango Delta with Xugana Island Lodge

Okavango Delta Aerial Boating safari in the Okavango Delta with Xugana Island Lodge

Boating Safari Exploring the Okavango Delta by boat with Xugana Island Lodge

Catch & Release Fishing Fishing in the Okavango Delta from Xugana Island Lodge

Mokoro in the Okavango Delta On a mokoro in the Okavango Delta with Xugana Island Lodge

Optional helicopter flips over the Okavango Delta Optional helicopter flips on offer at Xugana Island Lodge

Luxury Safari Cabin

Luxurious thatch lagoon facing chalets with sliding glass doors and private viewing teak decks situated on the shaded fringe of the island. En-suite bathroom comprising of a lagoon facing shower, double hand basin and toilet.

Fans in all guest rooms

220V Plug points for charging equipment

A range of African bio degradable soaps, conditioning shampoo, hand wash, body lotion with insect repellent and

shower caps are supplied in each room

A hairdryer is available from the lodge reception

Tea and coffee making facilities in each room

Flashlight available in each room

Gowns supplied in each room

Umbrella’s for the rainy season

Battery operated reading lights, desk light and bathroom light at night

Small safe for valuables

Property Facilities

Bar, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Pool, Restaurant

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Safe, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Guided Nature Walks Mokoro Safaris Motorboat Safaris Bird Watching and Fishing Scenic Helicopter Flights (Additional Fees Apply)

Guided nature walks on the various islands allow for the opportunity to track some of the larger species that inhabit this water wilderness.

Explore the crystal-clear waterways by mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) and enjoy the magnificent variety of bird, plant and reptile species found in the area.

Explore the crystal-clear waterways and deeper channels of the Okavango Delta by motorboat and enjoy the magnificent variety of bird, plant and wildlife species found in the area.

Bird-watching opportunities are outstanding, and fishing for bream and tiger fish is also offered

as an activity at the camp (seasonal)

Seeing the Okavango Delta from a helicopter is a truly magnificent experience. Our partners at Helicopter Horizons will remove the doors providing uninterrupted views and close up angles of the majestic delta and its wildlife. A scenic flight is not just a must for keen photographers but an exciting opportunity to witness the remarkable Okavango Delta from above.

The flights are operated with the utmost respect and caution for the natural environment, the wildlife and travellers. Routes have been carefully marked out ensuring guests on other activities and in camp are not disturbed. The flight routes and take off areas are designed specifically to make use of pristine areas within the concession.

The Boma, Lounge and dinning area

An open boma and al fresco dining area overlooks the expanse of the pristine water that makes up the permanent Delta

The lounge, bar and dining areas are set back under an Ebony and African Mangosteen tree canopy in open sided thatched structures.