Quintessentially British
Step into our polished marble lobby and immediately notice the warm and personalised service that defines The Chesterfield.
Xigera Safari Lodge
Okavango Delta, Botswana
Transformed by Africa's life-enhancing beauty
The story of Xigera Safari Lodge is one of renewal. Of rebirth and family legacy, and of the pioneering spirit that drives us to seek out Africa’s wild spaces. The same spirit that inspired this remarkable reimagining, perhaps a complete reinvention, of an Okavango Delta safari.
This is Xigera (pronounced ‘kee-jera’), named for the Pied Kingfisher that makes its home amid the watery channels of Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve.
Every aspect is handcrafted to beguile our guests’ senses and stir their souls – from the evocative interiors to one-of-a-kind encounters.
But Xigera is equally a line in the sand. A raising of the bar. A bold statement in the realm of luxury safaris, and an Okavango Delta safari experience like no other.
All the reasons to love The Lodge
The Lodge at a glance
Chic Irish country house
Set in the 350 acre estate of Ashford Castle
Estate activities including falconry, horse-riding, clay shooting, archery, fishing & golf
Overlooking the magical Lough Corrib
Two AA Rosette fine dining in Wilde's Restaurant
Quay Bar and Brasserie serving hearty Irish cooking
Dining options at Ashford Castle including George V, Cullen's at the Cottage & Afternoon Tea
Exclusive-use wedding & events venue
Give the very best
Exceptional dining experiences, overnight escapes and thoughtful surprises... Our vouchers create the perfect gift, from a romantic dinner for two in the award-winning Wilde's Restaurant to exciting Estate activities.
Innovative cuisine
The Lodge offers imaginative cuisine, superb service and a relaxed yet elegant ambience with a fine-dining restaurant, a more informal brasserie and a cosy bar. Discover the finest local and seasonally sourced ingredients.
We care
We are proud to grow many of our own vegetables, fruits and herbs in our kitchen gardens and polytunnels, with sustainability at the heart of everything we do.
Beauty in every detail
Discover individually designed, beautifully furnished and generously proportioned rooms and suites. You’ll enjoy rich deep pile carpets, super king beds with goose down duvets and pillows, and chic furniture and beautiful art. Traditional sash windows allow you to breathe the pure air for which the West of Ireland is famed and all of the bathrooms offer extra-soft towels and luxury toiletries.
The world of The Lodge
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Walking routes in the Connemara
Local walking guide Michael Gibbon shares his favourite routes and explains why Connemara is best explored on foot.
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We are always delighted to discover our guests' photos and we love to share those stories and connect in a meaningful way. Nothing makes us happier than when our guests become part of our world...
