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Into the heart of the Delta on Xugana Island

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 | 550 Views |

Into the Delta: Xugana lodge is an unforgettable experience

With the thrilling and rejuvenating out-of-this-world experiences of both the land and the water, flying into the Okavango Delta was a dream come true and the best 24 hours of my life, writes Mmegi Correspondent, LESEDI MKHUTSHWA about her time on Xugana Island

We landed in the centre of the stunning Okavango Delta after 45 frightening minutes of an epic private charter flight operated by Safari Air out of Maun International Airport.

Even though I was terrified, I was able to get the most amazing and distinctive aerial perspective of the Okavango Delta’s islands and canals during the flight.

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