Overview
Xigera Safari Lodge, in Maun, Botswana, sits on The Shortlist, one of 777 houses in line for the stars. The house carries a Best in Country honour as the N°1 house in Botswana and records an EMPTYJET Consensus of 84/100, reflecting cross-platform guest verdicts. Official information and bookings are available on the lodge’s website: https://www.xigera.com/.
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Why the Shortlist
Xigera’s case for its next accolade rests on named and measurable evidence. It is the N°1 house in Botswana under the Best in Country recognition and carries an EMPTYJET Consensus of 84/100, the cross-platform guests’ verdict. Together these recognitions and guest sentiment—anchored in Maun, Botswana—represent the concrete credentials that bring the lodge closer to securing its first star.
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Service & reputation
The lodge's service reputation is underscored by its an EMPTYJET Consensus rating of 90/100. This high score suggests that guests have found the service and overall experience at Xigera Safari Lodge to be of a notably high standard, contributing to its positive standing among safari lodges in Botswana.
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Location & setting
Located in Maun, Botswana, Xigera Safari Lodge is positioned to offer guests access to one of Africa's most celebrated wilderness regions. The setting is integral to the lodge's appeal, providing a gateway to the natural beauty and wildlife of Botswana.
The EMPTYJET verdict
As a Shortlist property, Xigera Safari Lodge advances its case for a first star through national distinction and consistent guest approval. Those elements position the lodge among the 777 houses in line for the stars and make it a clear choice for travellers seeking an acclaimed Botswana safari base with documented guest satisfaction.

