Baobab tree illustration

A living art gallery

Join one of our managers or guides on an insightful and informative journey around the Lodge, taking in the key pieces that are showcased in our beautiful public spaces, from the Bar to the Boma, and from the Library to the Dining Room.

Our team will share the background and stories behind Xigera’s living art gallery, highlighting the African creativity and craftsmanship of the bespoke works commissioned exclusively for the lodge from some of Africa's most exciting artists and artisans.

Siyabonga Artwork in his studio
Mokoro Boat  with lillies Illustration

Artists & craftspeople

Unique and collectible, every item in the collection has been hand-made by some of the most recognisable names in African art: Andile Dyalvane, Madoda Fani, Cecil Skotnes, Porky Hefer, Otto du Plessis and Stanislaw Trzebinski among many others.

This tour will provide a fascinating insight into the lives and work of these eminent artists and craftspeople.

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