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Nine contemporary safari tents
25 000 hectares of pristine wilderness
Situated near a permanent channel of the Okavango Delta
A water and wilderness game experience
Romantic sala
XARANNA TENTED CAMP, BOTSWANA
CC Africa's Xaranna Tented Camp overlooks a permanent lagoon of the Okavango Delta in 25 000 hectares of pristine wilderness that is shared by only 18 guests. The Camp boasts breathtaking views of the channel, providing guests with a water and wilderness experience that combines the best of what the Okavango has to offer. Birders should watch out for the elusive Pel's fishing owl, while the semi-aquatic red lechwe and the seldom seen roan antelope are endemic to the area. Huge herds of buffalo, numbering up to 220 individuals from calves to impressive old bulls, are frequently encountered. Guests are able to experience this irresistible combination of water and wildlife on twice-daily game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, mokoro and powerboat excursions. Bush walks provide an opportunity to explore the surrounding areas and encounter animals on foot, while night drives give a fascinating glimpse into the busy nocturnal activities of the Delta.
XARANNA TENTED CAMP, BOTSWANA
Elegant tented accommodation: The cool and light design of the nine air conditioned ensuite safari tents blends into the Delta landscape, each opening onto an uninterrupted view of the channel. Each tented suite also boasts an outside shower, indoor bath and romantic sala.
Ethereal tented camp: Xaranna Tented Camp offers 25 000 hectares of pristine wilderness to be shared by only 18 guests. Nine contemporary safari tents with breathtaking views
Romantic sala
Guest areas with sweeping views of the channel
Exhilarating night game drives
A Safari Shop offers chic safari gear All guest areas are carefully positioned to maximise the sweeping view across the water. The intimate guest sitting area boasts a spacious games and reading area, geared towards gentle relaxation. An al fresco dining area ensures the perfect backdrop for all meals or guests can choose to have their refreshments served while lounging on the plump cushions in the comfort of their own tent. Xaranna offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the delta wilderness, with a selection of game drives, mokoro trips and bush walks available. To reach Xaranna, fly into the Xudum airstrip, a mere 20 minute flight from Maun, followed by a 45 minute game drive, or a short game drive followed by a mokoro or boat ride into Camp, depending on the water levels. Xaranna's exciting safari activities: Explore the magic of the Okavango Delta on twice-daily interpretive game-drives and night drives, guided bush walks and captivating mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) or boat excursions.
Ethereal tented camp: Xaranna Tented Camp offers 25 000 hectares of pristine wilderness to be shared by only 18 guests.
Nine contemporary safari tents with breathtaking views
Romantic sala
Guest areas with sweeping views of the channel
Exhilarating night game drives
A Safari Shop offers chic safari gear All guest areas are carefully positioned to maximise the sweeping view across the water. The intimate guest sitting area boasts a spacious games and reading area, geared towards gentle relaxation. An al fresco dining area ensures the perfect backdrop for all meals or guests can choose to have their refreshments served while lounging on the plump cushions in the comfort of their own tent. Xaranna offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the delta wilderness, with a selection of game drives, mokoro trips and bush walks available. To reach Xaranna, fly into the Xudum airstrip, a mere 20 minute flight from Maun, followed by a 45 minute game drive, or a short game drive followed by a mokoro or boat ride into Camp, depending on the water levels. Xaranna's exciting safari activities: Explore the magic of the Okavango Delta on twice-daily interpretive game-drives and night drives, guided bush walks and captivating mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) or boat excursions. what sets us apart
• Situated near permanent channels of the Okavango
Delta with sweeping views • 25 000 hectares of pristine
wilderness shared by only 18 guests • Xaranna Tented
Camp offers a water and wilderness experience with
the excitement of viewing big game • Diverse bird,
plant and animal species (birders might well see the
elusive Pel’s Fishing Owl) • Guided walking, mekoro
(traditional dugout canoe) and power (or electric) boat
adventures • Exhilarating night game drives • The
architecture and infrastructure is guided by the principle
of a light footprint • Delicious Pan African meals
LOCATION
On the edge of the permanent Okavango Delta,
Botswana, in a 25 000 hectare exclusive wildlife
concession.
ACCESS
Fly into the Xudum airstrip, a mere 20 minute fl ight
from Maun, followed by a 45-minute game drive, or a
short game drive followed by a mokoro or boat ride into
camp (season dependant).
GUEST ACCOMMODATION
Nine sleek ensuite safari tents with breathtaking views
over the channel. Each tented suite also boasts a romantic
sala and private plunge pool.
GUEST AREAS
The guest areas are all positioned carefully to maximise
the sweeping views out across the channels, with classic
Delta tree line silhouettes. The intimate guest sitting area
boasts a spacious reading area, perfect for afternoon
relaxation. The innovative dining area features shady
verandas overlooking the channels of the Delta. A fullystocked
Safari Shop offers chic safari gear, African art
and jewellery.
SAFARIS
Morning, afternoon/early evening and night game
drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, boating and mekoro
(traditional dugout canoe) adventures in the Delta, and
guided walks. Excellent area for birdwatching.
XARANNA TENTED CAMP
opening august 2008
quick facts
ccafrica.com
july08
Number of Tents 9
Maximum Guests 18
Children Yes
Triples 1 (children 11 yrs & younger)
Twin Beds All convertible to double
Room Fans Yes
Air Conditioning Yes
Lodge Pool No
Private Plunge Pools Yes
Indoor Showers Yes
Outdoor Showers Yes
In Room Safe Yes
Telephone No
Hairdryers Yes
Laundry Included Yes
Suitable for Disabled Guests Yes, with assistance
Distance Between Rooms 20 metres
Check In 12h00
Check Out 11h00
Airstrip Yes
Kosher Food No
Power 220v AC
Childminding Yes
Credit Cards Visa, MasterCard
In-Room Massage Yes
Weather: The Okavango Delta has hot, wet summers
(October to April). Temperatures can rise to over
40ºC/104ºF and usually drop to 25ºC/77ºF at night.
Winters (May to September) are dry and cool, and the
nights can be chilly.
Rainfall: The rainy season – generally in the form
of magnifi cent afternoon thundershowers – is from
late December to the end of February, sometimes
continuing into March. Summer rains bring spectacular
migrant birds to Botswana. Average rainfall per year is
approximately 500 mm.
Best time to travel: All year round.
Malaria: The Okavango Delta is a malaria area and
necessary precautions should be taken.
Children: Children are welcome. Regretfully, children
5 years and younger cannot participate in the regular
game drives and mekoro activities. Children 16 years
and older can participate in guided walks. Childminders
can be booked at an additional cost. Children aged
6 to 11 years are accommodated on game drives and
mekoro activities at the Lodge Manager’s discretion.
An extra bed can be arranged for a child sharing its
parents’ suite. No more than 1 triple in camp at any
one time.
Airstrip: Xudum airstrip coordinates: S 19. 40’ 46”
E 022. 53’ 03” (subject to change due to fl ooding)
Ratio of guests to staff: 2 to 5
Camp closure: Open year round
XARANNA TENTED CAMP
opening august 2008
quick facts
ccafrica.com
july08
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