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At andBeyond Xaranna Okavango Delta Lodge, the Okavango Delta is not something you see. It is something you feel, layer by layer. Set within a landscape shaped by seasonal floodplains and open grasslands, the intimate, nine-suite lodge moves with the changing character of this extraordinary ecosystem, offering a different expression with every season.
Days unfold with an unhurried sense of discovery. Expert guides read the land and water through tracks, birdsong, shifting light and the quiet clues that others might miss. Adventure is found not in rushing from one sighting to the next, but in slowing down enough to notice what is beginning to take shape. Between moments in the wild, care brings balance to the day. A nourishing meal, a tailored wellness treatment and the glow of a fire at dusk become part of the same seamless experience. Comfort is generous, service intuitive and every detail is considered to help you feel connected to the Delta.
Here, wildlife, calm and discovery are woven together. You arrive expecting a safari. You leave with a deeper sense of one remarkable place, experienced from the inside out. Every visit uncovers another layer, and every moment belongs unmistakably to the Okavango Delta itself.
ROOM TO RETREAT
Designed for families or couples travelling together, the Family Suite balances shared time with personal space. Two suites are connected by curved passages to a generous central lounge, creating a natural gathering place between adventures. The shared deck draws the living space outdoors, while separate accommodation wings offer privacy when the day calls for quiet.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Lounge, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Sala, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Twin Bed, Vanity Cabinet, Wardrobe
THE DELTA WITHIN REACH
Each suite keeps the Delta close through uninterrupted views, generous space and complete privacy. A two-way fireplace connects the airconditioned bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, where a circular bath, double vanity and post-bath daybed face the floodplain. The separate lounge includes a personal bar and study desk, while a private pool, shaded sala and outdoor seating extend the experience into the landscape.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Lounge, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Sala, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Twin Bed, Vanity Cabinet, Wardrobe
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Air conditioner, Bar, Children Friendly, Credit Card Facilities, Gym / Fitness Centre, Gym nearby, Gym on property, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service, Library, Outdoor Pool / Pool Deck, Pool, Room Service, Wellness Centre, Wine Tasting
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Drinking Water Filtration System, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Fan, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Lounge, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mini Bar (Paid/Free), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Safe, Sala, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Twin Bed, Vanity Cabinet, Verandah, Wardrobe
Available Services
24-hour Security, Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Massages, Mokoro Excursion, Night Drives, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Night Drives, River Cruises, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wine Tasting
Game viewing in the Okavango Delta is remote and secluded, with very few vehicles sharing the private concession. Sensitive off-road driving practices allow our guests to get up close to the area’s exceptional wildlife. Afternoon drives continue after night, allowing for an opportunity to see the many animals that are more active at night, including leopard and serval. Lion frequently hunt at night and there is always a chance of coming upon them feeding on a kill. &Beyond’s professionally trained guides will ask you about your favourite wildlife and will do their best to ensure that your preferences are met, whether it is tracking a particular species or spending more time enjoying each sighting, getting to know the habits of the animals. They will also tell you about the vegetation of the region and will explain the behaviour of the animals that you come across. In some cases, the guides will be able to identify individual animals and let you know about their history and habits.
Thrill to an aerial view of the Okavango Delta as you soar above a vast maze of both permanent and fleeting waterways and floodplains that occupy an otherwise sandy corner of Botswana in a helicopter. Fly over rivers and pools dotted with lily pads, as well as a variety of wild animals that inhabit this unique habitat.
Additional costs apply
The Okavango Delta is well known for its Mokoro rides. These are boating trips through the maze like channels and shallow lagoons of the Delta. As mokoros are not motorized, they allow you to glide silently through the channels. You will see many animals that feed on the grass and reeds on the palm islands such as lechwe, sitatunga, elephant, hippo and crocodile.
(seasonal - dependent on water levels)
Game viewing is also offered in motorized boats. These trips allow you to cover more ground and to see more of the landscape. Boating is offered seasonally depending on the water levels in the Okavango Delta.
(seasonal - dependent on water levels)
Try your hand at catching the fierce tiger fish, or Tilapia in the Okavango Delta. Not all water based camps in the Okavango allow fishing, but some camps do allow fishing on a catch and release basis. Most of the fishing however takes place in the Panhandle region where the Okavango River enters the Delta.
Seasonal activity
With a dedicated game ranger and tracker, as well as a private game drive vehicle, guests have the luxury of tailor-making their own safari experience; choosing their own game drive times and spending as much time as they want at sightings.
andBeyond’s WILDchild programme, designed especially for children visiting our safari lodges and camps in Africa, is filled with fun, interactive activities that offer opportunities to learn and discover new experiences and cultures. Deeply rooted in the love for the African bush, it not only creates a series of unforgettable moments for the whole family but forges strong bonds between our young guests, our planet and its people.
Tread in the tracks of the Delta wildlife, breathe in the scent of crushed wild grasses, and feel your senses come alive.
Discover the complexities of tracking, how every bent blade of grass and imprint in the soil has a meaning; observe how your guide interprets the signs and sounds of the bush; smell and taste wild herbs, as your guide explains their traditional uses; explore the small miracles of the bush, from the magnificent tapestry of a spider’s web to the microscopic world of the dung beetle.
Listen for the alarm call of the grey go-away bird; watch for the iridescent flight-sparkle of the lilac breasted roller, or use your Swarovski Optik binoculars to zoom in on the dark shape of a brown snake eagle perched regally on the high branches of a dead tree. Look out for the bright red bill of a grey-headed kingfisher, as it perches silently on a branch watching the ground for insects or small lizards.
This is a dynamic experience guaranteed to captivate and engage all your senses.
