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For a both raw and romantic experience, sleep under the stars in the Baobab Treehouse.
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Xigera is so much more than yet another luxury safari camp. Built from scratch on their favourite Delta concession, the Tollman family owners call it their ‘love letter to the bush’. A showcase of the continent’s design talent, it’s as much an art gallery as a top-tier hotel, in one of the wildest, most beautiful parts of Africa.
The Telegraph, August 2024Safaris can be grim experiences: hordes of Jeeps chasing harassed-looking elephants while you swat mosquitoes in the rear. Not so at Xigera, a luxe lodge on the edge of Botswana’s Okavango Delta that doubles as a living gallery of African art.
GQ, February 2024Spend a night in the baobab treehouse, a triple-storey, off-grid rooftop star bed (there’s a second bedroom below it, with drop-down canvas walls, should the open-air bed feel too scary).
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The Spirit of Xigera
Xigera Safari Lodge is a story of renewal—of rebirth, legacy, and a pioneering spirit that calls us to the wild heart of Africa. Set in Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve and named for the Pied Kingfisher that inhabits the Delta’s winding channels, Xigera (pronounced "kee-jera") represents a bold reimagining of the classic Okavango safari.
A Safari Reinvented
This is not just a lodge—it is a statement. A line drawn in the sand. Every element of Xigera has been designed to elevate and redefine what a luxury safari can be. From its immersive architecture to its soulful, sensory experiences, Xigera sets a new standard for exploration in the Okavango Delta.
Crafted for the Senses
At Xigera, every detail tells a story. The lodge’s 12 beautiful suites blend seamlessly into the landscape, celebrating the natural world while showcasing the depth and diversity of African art and design. Each piece of furniture, every texture and object, has been handcrafted by local artisans and inspired by the untamed beauty of Botswana.
Rooted in Legacy, Driven by Vision
Part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, Xigera is a deeply personal project born of family vision and a profound respect for the land. Here, the bush experience is not only luxurious but soulful—rich with meaning, craftsmanship, and moments of wonder.
An Invitation to Rediscover
Xigera is more than a destination—it is an entirely new way to experience Africa. Whether through one-of-a-kind wildlife encounters, custom-tailored adventures, or quiet moments of reflection amid untamed beauty, every stay invites you to reconnect with nature and rediscover a sense of awe.