Absolute privacy, luxury, and total peace and quiet - if this is your idea of paradise, come to Xaro Lodge.
About Xaro Lodge
Xaro Lodge is a sister lodge to Drotsky's Cabins and Lawdons Lodge in Shakawe, Botswana, located in the western panhandle of the Okavango Delta.
Access and Bird Watching
Access to this luxury private lodge is only by a pre-arranged boat transfer from Drotsky's Cabins.
Xaro Lodge is a must-visit if you are a birding enthusiast. Species that are spotted regularly include:
- Pel's Fishing Owl
- Skimmers
- Carmine Bee-eaters
- Egrets
- Herons
- Kingfishers
- Boubous
Besides the prolific number of bird species in the Shakawe region of Botswana, Xaro Lodge ensures that you won't have to share your viewing space with throngs of other tourists.
Fishing and Wildlife
The river also boasts 17 species of fish, most notably the tigerfish and bream.
Xaro Lodge offers boating cruises that guarantee sightings of:
- Hippos
- Crocodiles
- Sitatungas
Accommodation at Xaro Lodge
While its remote location makes for total peace and quiet, every element of guest comfort is attended to in Meru-styled luxury tents with en-suite bathrooms.
Lounge in bed while absorbing the view through the glass sliding door, enjoy your early morning coffee on your own private patio, or stroll along the riverbank to the open-air dining area, where all meals are served.
Grab a book from the library and relax in the lounge overlooking the river while local fishermen drift by silently in a mokoro, hoping for their daily catch.