!Xaus Lodge expansion
!Xaus Lodge is located in the South African sector of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (KTP) and access is via the Auob River road that connects Tweerivieren with Mata Mata.
The lodge is situated 30 km into the desert, reached after driving over 91 sand dunes from the turn-off at Rooibrak waterhole, 60 km northwest of Tweerivieren. GPS co-ordinates for a Google search are: S26°09.005’ E20°15.392’.
Project background
!Xaus Lodge opened in July 2007. With only 24 beds, !Xaus Lodge has generated more than R7.5-million in income for the Gordonia area.
Owned by the ‡Khomani San and Mier communities and hailed by tourism authorities as a flagship destination, the economic value of !Xaus Lodge lies in the ethical business principles that generate a steady and growing income for the community owners and the area. Winner of the 2010 Imvelo Awards for Responsible Tourism (Best Practice Economic Impact).
Project description
The intention is to add two new wilderness camps and to refurbish and expand the lodge.
- Targeted sector: Ecotourism
- Project finance: Public-Private Partnership (PPP)
- Investment value: $870 000
Contact
Interested parties are encouraged to contact the projects promoters directly here:
Promoter
Transfrontier Parks Destinations (TFPD) is a consortium of like-minded associates who are business-oriented social entrepreneurs. Working in Southern Africa’s Transfrontier Peace Parks and adjacent areas, TFPD aims to develop a viable and sustainable tourism industry that balances the needs of the local community with those of nature.
The commitment is to the creation of a sustainable business model that becomes an asset for the local communities. Find out more on the Transfrontier Parks Destinations website: www.tfpd.co.za
