Xaa Safaris Directors
Xaa Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 1-5 employees (Founded in 2016)
- Member Of:
- HATAB & BOGA
- Tour Types:
- Small & medium group tours (Mid-range)
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $300 to $800 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
Reviews
Email Anthony | 65+ years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
very good
I took 3 day tours which was the best way to see so much in such limited time, bothe the okavango delta and Mokoro safaries were brilliant, however the early morning drive to morembi NP was not anything I would want or advise anyone else to endure, winter time on the back of an open truck was so cold it caused painful
That apart Xaa safaris were excellent friendly and hekpfull in booking and its guides were both knowledgeable , friendly and made the trips a wonderful experience
tony
Email Annieandco | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Fantastic Trip
We booked from the UK and chose Xaa as it was flexible, friendly and good value for money.
From the minute we were picked up in Maun we had an amazing time, a great team of people who were a combination of guides, trainees and local community villagers accompanied us into the delta. Great knowledge and fun company. All our camping equipment was brand new and extremely smart, we were treated like royalty! Well fed and watered too! The group even did an impromptu entertainment show of traditional singing which was fab! It was so nice to spend time with local people in the beautiful delta, surrounded by elephant, hippo, and wildebeest! Would certainly recommend and can’t wait to return!
Email Johan | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Friendly client orientated bush experience
Xaa went out of their way to accommodate us without compromising the experience of their other guests.
It was the most amazing sunset cruise from Maun on the Thamalakane river passing some local fishing Mokoros, African Fish eagles and stopping to observe a crocodile and being fed a ton of information from the guide.
We shall use them next time for a 3 day customised excursion into the Delta with all camp sites and accommodation arranged by Xaa.
Thank you Xaa for an unforgetable experience.
DE
Email Anja | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional handling, flexible, customer oriented
I had booked the 9-day classic safari tour through Savuti, Khwai and the Okavango Delta, with the first 2 nights in Victoria Falls. The whole organization of the tour went very well, and the safari was a truly great experience to remember.
I was a solo female traveler and felt well protected and looked after by the crew: Ranger, an experienced guide and driver and good company to spend a safari day with, George, not only a good cook, but also a gifted baker who miraculously baked all kinds of delicious things in his „oven“ over the woodfire, and the two camphands Luke and KB who were never tired working in camp and making sure everything was ready on time and my stay was pleasant. The team was flexible with regards to my requests - be it how to spend the day or change the itinerary or with regards to setting up the camp.
I had a very comfy spacious tent with an en-suite bathroom and loved hearing the lions roar and hyeanas howl at night and watching the elephants strolling through the campsite in Khwai during the day. I even encountered an elephant drinking out of a my wash basin while I was inside the tent! We saw lions a few times, came across a pack of wild dogs and a bat eared fox couple and had a great leopard sighting where we could spend quite some time with the animal. Apart from that we enjoyed spotting many gracious giraffes, a lot of hippos and elephants. It was good fun and excitement to track lion, leopard or hyaena.
Thanks to Xaa Safaris and the crew for truly memorable, exciting and fun days in the bush!
Reply from Xaa Safaris
Posted on Oct 14, 2024Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable and enjoyable experience on our 9-day classic safari through Savuti, Khwai, and the Okavango Delta. It’s great to know that you felt well taken care of by our team—Ranger, George, Luke, and KB are truly passionate about what they do, and they will be delighted to hear your kind words!
We’re especially pleased that you enjoyed the flexibility of the itinerary and the comfort of your tent, as well as those thrilling encounters with wildlife. It sounds like you had some unforgettable moments, from watching elephants stroll through the camp to that amazing leopard sighting!
We’re grateful you chose Xaa Safaris for your adventure, and we hope to welcome you back to the bush for more exciting and fun days in the future.
CH
Email Manfred | 65+ years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Incredible once in a lifetime experience
I enquired about this 9-day-tour on a short term notice, just one week before it started, and the detailed offer came instantly and well prepared, so I booked. And everything worked out to my absolute satisfaction, starting with the airport pick-up and transfer to the first lodge, and then all the way to the last day.
I was stunned to find out that I was the only guest, and instead of cancelling the tour, Xaa Safaris realized the trip just with me! So I found myself with a safari car, a driver/ranger, 3 wonderful camp hands - one of them a chef, who each day miraculously produced the most wonderful food in the midst of the bush - and a local guide in the Okavango-Delta for spectacular walking safaris. Wherever we arrived, the tents (with open-air shower and toilet), the kitchen and the eating canopy were put up in no time, while I was taken on a sunset-safari-drive. When we returned, the fire in the middle of the camp was burning, tea and dinner was ready and we had the most wonderful chats together.
Each day began with an overwhelming sunrise drive at around 6am, which was followed by a rich breakfast/lunch and a siesta during the hot hours, and ended with a sunset-safari at around 4pm, when most animals are out from their hiding spots. And not to forget the tasty dinners at nightfall. The driver was an experienced track reader and had no problems to find ALL the animals, even twice a leopard absolutely close to us. My emotions soared into the sky.
Spending 6 nights (2 nights per park) in tents in the bush, with a giraffe feeding nearby and being surrounded with all the sounds of night animals is so different to staying in a lodge, if you are the adventurous character. I can honestly say that not 1 second did I feel endangered, because I was in such competent hands, who, for example, surrounded the camp each night with a circle of candles.
Driving on sandy roads for the transfer from one park to the other was the most strenuous part and is not recommended if you suffer from car sickness. But this is what Botswanan road are - nature tracks and you might encounter elephant crossings more than once. It was a fantastic journey I will not forget all my life - thank you so much, Xaa Safaris, I am very grateful!
Reply from Xaa Safaris
Posted on Sep 27, 2024Wow! Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed and heartfelt review of your 9-day tour with us. We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your last-minute booking worked out to your complete satisfaction and that you had such a memorable experience with Xaa Safaris.
We are incredibly proud that our team was able to make your solo safari not only possible but enjoyable and unforgettable. It is our goal to ensure that each guest feels cared for, and your kind words about the team, including our driver/ranger, camp hands, chef, and local guide, truly mean the world to us. We're delighted that you enjoyed the beauty of the sunrise and sunset drives, the delicious bush meals, and the close encounters with the incredible wildlife.
Your adventurous spirit really shone through as you embraced camping in the bush, and we’re glad you felt safe and well looked after, even with nature’s sounds all around. We appreciate your understanding of the terrain, and you’re absolutely right—Botswana’s wild and raw roads are all part of the adventure!
Thank you again for trusting us with your safari experience, and for your wonderful review. We are grateful to have been a part of such a fantastic journey for you, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure in the future.
US
Email Esther | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Wonderful Experienced Caring Guides and Staff provided an amazing Safari adventure
This was my first trip to Botswana for work and I extended my time so i could take a Safari. Xaa Safaris came highly recommended. I was a woman traveling by myself so safety and attentive staff were important along with seeing the natural beauty of the landscape and of course seeing the animals up close in the wild was an awe inspiring experience. The Guides were first rate and it was a source of pride to them make sure I saw and experienced as much as possible. The chef did an outstanding job of preparing delicious meals with a simple camping setup. I was so impressed by each member. The memories they helped to create are embedded in my mind and heart forever. I would highly recommend Xaa Safaris
Reply from Xaa Safaris
Posted on Sep 27, 2024Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt review of your experience with Xaa Safaris. It was our absolute pleasure to host you on your first trip to Botswana, and we are delighted to know that you felt safe, well-cared for, and fully immersed in the beauty of the landscape and wildlife.
We take great pride in ensuring that every guest enjoys a personalized and memorable adventure, and it’s wonderful to hear that our guides, chef, and staff were able to exceed your expectations. We’re especially pleased that the attention to detail and passion of our team left a lasting impression on you.
Your recommendation means the world to us, and we are grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of your unforgettable journey. Should you decide to return to Botswana in the future, we would love to welcome you back for another adventure!
Email Jen Ussi | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Professional, exceptional service and an amazing campsite.
We had the most amazing 2 night trip on the banks of the river in the Delta. The campsite was perfect clamping. Food by Amos the chef was exceptional. All the staff were friendly and professional. Our guide, Oros, was knowledgeable and we saw everything from hippos to lions and elephants. We learnt a lot about both the flora and fauna from him. The mokoro cruises were fab. Definitely worth doing this trip with this company, we absolutely over it.
Reply from Xaa Safaris
Posted on Sep 27, 2024Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing two-night trip with us along the river in the Delta. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the "glamping" experience and that Amos, our chef, provided exceptional meals. We are also pleased that our staff's friendliness and professionalism stood out during your stay.
Oros will be delighted to hear your kind words about his guiding expertise. It's always a joy for us when guests leave with not just memories of wildlife like hippos, lions, and elephants, but also a deeper understanding of the flora and fauna in the Delta. We're glad you had a great time on the mokoro cruises, and we're grateful for your recommendation.
Email Juliet Commissaris | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fabulous Fun, our Guide was extraordinary and knowledgeable... Don’t hestitate, worth every penny!!!
Everything was better than expected... hugely better! We loved the day, roaring around the bushland chasing each photograph! We will be back.... really great fun... thank you!!!
Reply from Xaa Safaris
Posted on Sep 9, 2018Hi Juliet, thank you very much for your feedback. It was a great pleasure hosting you in Moremi Game Reserve. We look forward to hosting you in future this time on a longer stay.
Once again thank you for the feedback. It was an honor to share a piece of our heritage with you and to know you as well.
From all of us at Xaa Safaris
NL
Email Frank | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Very welcoming and perfectly organised!
We had a great time in the Okavango Delta with help of Xaa Safaris and the local community. All was very well arranged and it was indeed the great 'bush/water experience' we were hoping for. Definitely could recommend Xaa. Great communications and value for money!
NL
Email Anna | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fun, informative, relaxing and adventurous
This was a really easy trip to set up, all of my emails were answered right away. They were flexible and worked around my flight times. The guides were all amazing and very informative. There was a nice mixture of long walks, rides on the water and relaxing in the tents. The food was amazing and the facilities were as comfortable as camping can ever be. I loved my time, and Xaa Safaris made everything easy and enjoyable. Highly recommend!