Xugana Lagoon is widely accepted as being the most spectacular permanent water site in the entire Okavango Delta, which in the midst of the Kalahari sands, is Africa's largest and most awe-inspiring oasis. The Okavango River rises in the highlands of Angola yet never reaches the sea; instead its immense waters empty over the sands of the Kalahari where its great desert thirst is quenched in a wilderness of fresh water lagoons, channels and islands.FACILITIESXugana Island Lodge is situated on a private concession and takes full advantage of this magnificent site. An open boma and al fresco dining area overlooks the expanse of pristine water that makes up the permanent Delta.The lounge, bar and dining areas are set back under an Ebony and African Mangosteen tree canopy in open sided thatched structures, and the swimming pool, located within the mature gardens in the centre of the island, is a perfect place to relax.The lodge accommodates just 16 guests in large raised reed and thatch lagoon facing chalets, with en-suite facilities and private viewing decks situated on the shaded fringe of the island.ACTIVITIESExploring the Delta by motorboat or canoe (mokoro), combined with walking on surrounding islands in the concession, gives guests the chance to experience a classic Okavango Delta safari.Bird-watching opportunities are outstanding, and fishing for bream and tiger fish is also offered as an activity at the lodge.WHAT IS INCLUDEDYour stay at Xugana Island Lodge is inclusive of accommodation, all meals, local brand drinks, scheduled safari activities and our complimentary laundry service.WHAT IS EXCLUDEDTips, gratuities and premium brand drinks. Guests are welcome to buy items from our Curio Shop and any forgotten items of a personal nature can also be purchased at the lodge.CHILDRENRegretfully, we are unable to accept children under the age of six. Families with children aged 6-11 will be required to book private activities at an additional cost, the nature of which may be subject to the discretion of the managers or guides. Children aged 12-15 must share accommodation with a parent. No childcare or babysitting service is provided at any of our properties and children remain the responsibility of their parents at all times.HOW TO GET THEREXugana Island Lodge is located near Xugana Airstrip which is accessed by charter aircraft from Maun International Airport (IATA: MUB) and Kasane Airport (IATA: BBK). Kasane Airport is served by daily road transfers from Zambia?s Victoria Falls (IATA: VFA) and Livingstone (IATA: LVI) international airports.AIRSTRIP INFORMATIONXugana Airstrip GPS Coordinates: 19.04S 23.04EPrivately owned and maintained by Desert & Delta Safaris, Xugana Airstrip is 900 metres long with a grass and sand surface and is licensed for aircraft of a maximum all-up weight of 2,300 kg. Prior written permission must be obtained from Desert & Delta Safaris before landing.BAGGAGE ALLOWANCEGuests arriving and departing by aircraft or boat transfer are limited to a baggage allowance of 20 kg per person in soft sided bags (duffel type bags).ELECTRICITY?Xugana Island Lodge operates on AC 220V generator power which is available during the day and evening. Guest accommodation is equipped with a 220-volt AC plug which is suitable for hairdryers and the recharging of camera and video batteries. The generator is switched off at night and invert 12-volt DC lighting provides room and bathroom illumination overnight.CREDIT CARDSVisa and MasterCard are accepted.