Xakanaxa Camp is one of the pioneer safari camps in Botswana's Okavango Delta. Its prime location on the banks of the Khwai River on the Xakanaxa Lagoon in the heart of the Moremi Game Reserve ensures that it is one of the only safari camps which can provide guests with an authentic year round Okavango Delta land and water safari experience. As the custodians of one of Botswana's very first safari camps the owners of Xakanaxa Camp (pronounced Ka-ka-na-ka) have gone to extraordinary lengths to preserve its original African bush camp character whilst providing guests with every comfort. The stylish main buildings extend into the Khwai River and are set on raised platforms to maximize the views over the surrounding lagoons and islands. Constructed of local timber, reed and thatch they comprise of an elegant lounge containing a small but comprehensive library, dining room, expansive sundeck, plunge pool and sala with day bed as well as a fire-deck set under giant Jackal berry trees.
The reception lounge boasts a curio shop and facilities are provided for charging videos, cameras and batteries. The camp operates on generator power but at night all lighting is supplied by gas and paraffin lanterns, giving the camp an authentic African ambience. Bob and Flo Flaxman, ably assisted by Lettie Letsile create a camp environment in which guests experience a seamless service in the warm, friendly style for which Africa is famous. The kitchen is renowned for its traditional safari fare served with a Pan-African touch, all accompanied by excellent South African wines. Meals are generally taken around the main dining room table where tales of the day’s exciting experiences are recounted and discussed in great detail. We do also cater individually for guests wishing to dine in private. The emphasis is on discreet personal service, provided in an unobtrusive manner so as to ensure the maximum guest enjoyment. Like Bob and Flo a great number of the camp staff has been looking after guests at Xakanaxa Camp for more than ten years. Teas, coffees, mineral water and soft drinks as well as a wide range of alcoholic drinks are available to guests throughout the day at no extra cost (there is a Reserve List of drinks that are charged for). A full English breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner is included in the nightly rate, as are all safari activities and Park entrance fees. Daily camp activities follow a rhythmic pattern in harmony with that of the nature that surrounds us – generally we enjoy a light breakfast of coffee, tea, fruit juices, cereals, muffins and fresh fruit just before dawn and then set of on extensive safari drives, boat or mokoro outings. Upon our return to camp three or 4 hours later its time for a full breakfast followed by lunch or alternatively, especially in the winter months, these are combined into a scrumptious brunch. A siesta is followed by high tea before we set of again on a safari activity that returns to camp about half an hour after sunset. A chance to freshen up is followed by pre-dinner cocktails and snacks, dinner and coffee and liqueurs on the fire-deck.
Xakanaxa Camp Accommodation
Xakanaxa Camp has reserved the camps accommodation to a maximum of 24 guests in twelve spacious and tastefully decorated "safari tents" for you to truly discover and experience the many facets of the jewel set in the Okavango Delta. Each suite is set on an elevated platform on the banks of the Khwai River with your own exclusive viewing deck and loungers. Within Xakanaxa Camp you will find Pandani's which comprises of four tents which may be reserved for exclusive use for eight guests. Pandani's has its own private elevated wood and thatched lounge area and adjoining dinning room with open kitchen. The camp offers twelve luxury spacious safari tents set on wooden platforms near the water, each set on a concrete base, and furnished with two beds, a table and chairs. There's a reed-walled dining room and bar, hot and cold water showers and flush toilets. Light is supplied by hurricane lamps.
Accommodation at Pandanis Camp, which comprises of for of the Xakanaxa camp tents, may be reserved for private parties for a maximum of eight guests. Pandanis Camp has it's own elevated wood and thatched lounge, dining room, fire-deck, swimming pool , sundeck and sala. Pandanis Camp is ideal for families or small groups.
Game Viewing & Activities: The game drives in this sector of Moremi travel through Mophane forests and across lush savannah. Birding in the area is excellent, especially in the spring and summer months. To the north are the world famous heronries of Gudigwa and Gobega, which attract large numbers of breeding storks and herons. All the Big 5 can be seen in the area. Powerboat sundowner trips and traditional mokoro excursions are also available.
Pandani's: Within the camp is a private 8-bedded unit with its own private elevated wood and thatch lounge, sala, dining room and pool. This unit may be requested for groups.
Additional Info: Your stay at Xakanaxa Camp is inclusive of accommodation, all meals, all local brand drinks, scheduled safari activities, park entrance fees and laundry.
Children Policy: Maximum of one child under 12 sharing with adults. Where two children are involved, then one parent and one child are to share accommodation
