&Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge

Welcome to &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge Overlooking a sparkling lagoon, the earthy glamour of the striking &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge provides the perfect counterpoint to the natural bounty of this riverside landscape. A strong but playful recycled theme provides unusual accents at every turn. About the Lodge Surrounded by a mosaic of papyrus and reed beds, &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge lies deep within an exclusive 25 000 hectare (62 000 acre) wildlife concession. The multi-layered guest areas boast dramatic decks with 180° views of the surrounding wilderness, yet remain discreetly within the tree line. These spaces are designed in such a way to make the guest experience more intimate, with inviting plump sofas ideal for total relaxation.

The overall atmosphere is one of earthy glamour. Botswana basketware is used throughout, and playful accents celebrate Delta icons. A signature &Beyond interactive kitchen completes the overall experience. The well-stocked Safari Shop showcases chic safari gear, African art and jewellery.

Our people - True African hospitality lies at the core of &Beyond's lodges and camps throughout the continent. The people of Africa, with their warm and welcoming nature and the ability to draw guests into their hearts, inspire, educate and enchant our guests every day.

Our staff - A shared passion for creating extraordinary guest experiences unites all &Beyonders across Africa. For the staff members at &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge, there is no better way to spend the day than in making our guests' safari dreams come true. Our chefs, butlers, housekeepers, security and workshop staff are trained with the same dedication as our field staff, but their pleasure in sharing your special moments is something that cannot be taught. They are the magic ingredient at &Beyond Xudum and their commitment to creating moments that take our guests' breath away is genuine.

Our guides - &Beyond is renowned for having some of the most highly trained, professional, passionate and knowledgeable guides and trackers on the continent. They have a passion for people and wildlife, ensuring unbeatable interpretive safari experiences. Our guides at &Beyond Xudum impart an incomparable wealth of knowledge, personally researched and experienced, about local habitats, ecology, birds, trees, plants, small animals and insects. Many of our guides and trackers belong to the surrounding communities and can share cultural information with our guests.

Accommodation at a Glance:

• 9 air-conditioned suites
• Private plunge pools
• Outdoor and Indoor Showers
• Family Friendly
• Interactive kitchen
• Safari Shop
• Traversing 25 000 hectares (62 000 acres)

Experience the freedom and exhilaration of the Okavango Delta at &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge, with its unique rooftop hideouts in each of nine private safari suites.

The nine playfully crafted split-level safari suites, boasting handsome tones of chocolate and ebony, feature large bathtubs and romantic al fresco showers. Each suite also boasts a lofty hideout with magnificent Delta views and a private plunge pool. Innovative design details, featuring artful recycling of everyday objects, have been used throughout, and all timber work is rough-hewn and chunky.

Explore the intricate watery canals by mokoro or traverse the golden grasslands in search of the Big Five by vehicle, retreating to the contemporary comfort of your suite by night.

Cuddle up in the large outdoor cane lounger and watch the sun go down over the Delta.

Peace and Serenity
An intimate refuge, &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge is designed with privacy in mind. Sprawled along the banks of a lagoon and guarded by a resident family of hippo, the Lodge flawlessly combines the best of this unique inland delta - the peace and serenity of gliding through waterways lined with lush aquatic plants and the excitement of searching for big game through endless miles of green grassland.

Okavango Life
Rising high as the treetops, the open upper level of your suite entices you to while away the afternoon in a lofty hide or enjoy a private dinner under the stars. Dark wooden frames cradle another bed in a more conventional bedroom location just down the stairs. Two steps down, a deep, oversized bath offers comfort and warmth, and a choice of indoor and outdoor showers promises refreshment. Curl up in a large, round lounger big enough for two on your private deck and watch the tiny details of life in the Okavango.

Playful Moments
Indulge in a playful moment or two on a big tractor tyre swing in the shade of the trees or gaze out over the lagoon from the quiet comfort of the massive couches in the warm guest area. Tease and tantalise your taste buds watching the chefs at work in our open, interactive kitchen or get involved with tastes and textures yourself! Savour the wholesome flavours of meals served in the dining room, with its sweeping views, or in a warm cluster around a crackling blaze in the open fire pit.

Activities

• Game drives
• Mokoro trips year round
• Motorised boat excursions
• Helicopter flips (at an additional cost)
• Bush walks
• Birdwatching
• Fishing
• Children’s programme

Where is &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge?
Situated amongst a maze of sparkling lagoons, meandering channels and overgrown islands teeming with wildlife, &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta Lodge in Botswana’s Okavango Delta lies like a sparkling jewel at the heart of the Kalahari Desert.

Email Xudum Lodge enquiries: bookbotswana@madbookings.com

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