Transformed by Africa's life-enhancing beauty

The story of Xigera Safari Lodge is one of renewal. Of rebirth and family legacy, and of the pioneering spirit that drives us to seek out Africa’s wild spaces. The same spirit that inspired this remarkable reimagining, perhaps a complete reinvention, of an Okavango Delta safari.

This is Xigera (pronounced ‘kee-jera’), named for the Pied Kingfisher that makes its home amid the watery channels of Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve.

Every aspect is handcrafted to beguile our guests’ senses and stir their souls – from the evocative interiors to one-of-a-kind encounters.

But Xigera is equally a line in the sand. A raising of the bar. A bold statement in the realm of luxury safaris, and an Okavango Delta safari experience like no other.

Authentic flavours

Every day at least 11 curries are served, including a range of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes, with Executive Chef Kevin Joseph and his team of talented chefs handcrafting each curry using raw spices and fresh herbs from local traders.

The delicate flavours of Singapore Fish Curry takes full advantage of the bountiful fresh seafood caught by local boats, while the fiery-hot Beef Vindaloo is a firm favourite with regulars. Vegetarians will delight in the Vegetable Korma and Sugar-Bean Curry, while the traditional Durban Lamb Curry has long been a signature dish of The Oyster Box.

Alongside the pots of steaming curry, traditional tandoori ovens turn out aromatic Tandoori Chicken and piping hot naan breads, while fresh homemade condiments include pickles, chutneys, raitas, sambals and papadums.