Wondering at the natural world
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Wondering at the
natural world
The safari-darling for royalty and naturalists alike, Botswana’s remote and lush lands are a privileged insight into one of Africa’s most precious wildlife havens.
Wild, untrammelled and proudly holding the last intact delta in the world – the Okavango – this landlocked country is the closest to human-free land you can arguably get. Pair that with a low tourist volume philosophy and exclusivity truly is the name of the game here. From lodges housing must-meet experts and unmatched experiences to the landscape itself, that could kid anyone into believing it was theirs and theirs alone.
Starting off the beaten track, Selinda Reserve’s private status and heaps of wildlife make for game drives with little to no neighbouring vehicles. And, being home to the Great Plains Foundation, activities encompass the passions of owners Dereck and Beverly Joubert like photography and conservation. A helicopter south then lands in the Moremi Game Reserve where an art-loving lodge and time in local villages awaits.
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- Borrow Zarafa’s camera equipment to flex your wildlife photography skills on morning and afternoon game drives
- Tour local villages via helicopter to discover how the community lives peacefully alongside elephants and big cats
- Take to the waters of Zibidianja Lagoon for a blissful and breathtaking cruise during a sunset that could rival Santorini’s
- After dinner, head to Xigera’s most striking feature – the Baobab Treehouse – to sleep out under the stars with the surrounding nature as a lullaby
- See the Delta’s wildlife from a different perspective by drifting through the landscape in a Mokoro canoe
- Wander the halls of Xigera’s main lodge on a tour of their Design Collection, comprised of pieces by some of Africa’s most recognisable artists
- Fly to Habu village to see how their partnership with Xigera has benefitted the community, from cultivating gardens to education
- As stars blanket the sky, little to no light pollution makes the lookout deck of Xigera ideal for stargazing with an expert guide
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Cape Buffalo
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Okavango Delta
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Zarafa Camp, Selinda Reserve
Photo-ops abound in this exclusive eco-friendly camp, reminiscent of a 1920s safari with its raised tents and copper baths. Here, game drives are complemented by guided walks and occasionally cruising on the Zibadianja Lagoon.
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![Tented exterior of Xigera Lodge facing a sweeping river surrounded by lush greenery at sunset with a viewing platform stretching out to the water]()
Xigera Safari Lodge, Moremi Game Reserve
Re-emerging onto the safari scene with a luxurious new look worthy of its prestigious status, the pioneering family-run Xigera has not only outdone itself, but changed the game for luxury lodges the world over.
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LOCAL CONNECTOR
“Be the difference...” When coming to head up the team at Xigera in 2022, it was the legacy left by the former CEO that Ben resonated with the most. Valuing his love of wildlife and a passion for helping people succeed, the projects the lodge are involved with are close to his heart...
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![Five tables and a group of chairs set up at dusk for a Boma dinner with a lit fire pit in the centre and wooden sculptures]()
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From the training of staff and supporting local organisations, to hosting charity events and community visits for their guests – you’ll find Ben oversees almost all of them.
General Manager of Xigera Safari Lodge02 02![Portrait of Ben Seager the General Manager of Xigera Safari Lodge in black and white]()
![Five tables and a group of chairs set up at dusk for a Boma dinner with a lit fire pit in the centre and wooden sculptures]()
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