About this property
Xaus Lodge offers secluded accommodation within 70 km of Twee Rivieren. The lodge is owned by traditional South African communities and the chalets are designed like their own traditional dwelling places. The lodge features a restaurant. Each Chalet is tastefully decorated with furniture to enhance the authentic atmosphere of the Kgalagadi. Guests are provided with high quality linen and comforters. The chalets include a private bathroom with a a shower and toilet. Enjoy the view of many animal species at the water pan. Guests are taken out on guided bush walks and visit bushmen artists in their village. Xaus Lodge offers a free shuttle service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Free cot available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Andre
South Africa“This a wonderful place to add to Kgalagadi visit. Staff and ranger very friendly and knowledgable. The view is amazing. This is the place to relax and enjoy the desert, with no pressure. Would highly recommend to add this to a visit the area.” - Kirsten
Germany“Very special and terrific place and location Great atmosphere and views Lions at the lodge New pool, small but enough for refreshing in the middle of nowhere” 
Wiesner
United Kingdom“Xaus is a special place, a step towards giving the San Community their dignity and land back. Our proud San guides were terrific. They are so passionate and knowledgeable about their land and its animal life. Donovan and Koos really made us feel...”- Jc
Australia“Our guide was excellent, staff was very friendly and lodge is at a good location” - Viola Germany“Amazing location! Not fenced, the animals come really close to the Lodge. At night you hear the lions roar. The price for the night includes different game drives (i.e. Sundowner, morning walk and Night drive)”
- Peter United Kingdom“Difficult to describe our 3 night stay in !Xaus other that it was a true life experience. The atmosphere was spiritual and emotional, the view across the salt pan was a wonder to behold. The magic of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier park is palpable in...”
- Jennifer
Canada“Excellent experience all round. Great service, guiding, room and food. Hopefully the pool will be rebuilt soon. Important destination to support local communities.” - Simona Germany“Die abgeschiedenen Ruhe, das Kennenlernen der San-Kultur, die friedliche Natur”
- Andrea
Italy“Struttura all’interno del deserto del Kalahari, costruita in una posizione molto isolata (ci vuole 1h di fuoristrada per raggiungerla dalla pista principale). Servizi spartani (l’acqua della doccia è salata; manca Wi-Fi e connessione telefonica),...” - Eric
United States“Amazingly peaceful and remote location in the middle of the Kalahari dunes overlooking a pan; very friendly and helpful staff; an outstanding guide (Castro), tasty meals (included in price); nicely planned outings (included in price); very...”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please inform Xaus Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
