Xigera Camp – April 2014
Weather and Landscape
February saw the Delta receive a large amount of rain – on one day we recorded 30 mm within 30 minutes! The temperature has been stable and pleasant, with lows of 19° Celsius and highs of 31°. That said, we experienced tremendous humidity prior to each storm, a very good indicator to batten down the hatches in anticipation of the rain.
Wildlife
Game drives have proved very productive; indeed, the game viewing within camp has been absolutely superb. With regular sightings of hippo pods, genets and a medley of general game seen from all of the tents, it is no surprise that many of our guests opted to sleep in and enjoy a ‘safari from their decks’.
Birds and Birding
Birding, as always, has been good. With all the migratory species still around, the noises that fill the dawn lift everybody’s spirits. Bright flashes of colour steal the eyes’ attention as birds flutter about our boardwalks. A long-crested eagle has been sighted a few times – always a thrill to see this proud and majestic bird.
Camp Activities
Valentine’s Day in the bush is amazing. There is always a sense of romance whilst travelling in true nature anyway, but when Valentine’s comes around everyone seems to wholeheartedly embrace the spirit of it. Romantic private tables were set up under a blanket of stars, serenaded by our staff choir. Our guests described it as a true once-in-a-lifetime experience, one that will be forever etched in their memories.
It is with much anticipation that we await March. It is usually around this month that we start to finally receive most of the seasonal Okavango water, and so many water-based activities take off. We look forward to offering more boat day trips and picnics on various small islands. Hopefully we will see you here!
