Luxury Serengeti Lodges & Camps | Where to Stay?

Tanzania’s world-famous Serengeti National Park is the jewel in the crown of African safari. It is home to not only one of the densest concentrations of animals in the world, but also one of nature’s biggest spectacles — the Great Wildebeest Migration. The region is home to a great selection of luxury lodges and camps, so you don’t have to sacrifice comfort to explore the African wilderness. Where to stay in Serengeti? Don’t worry we’ve put together 10 of the best luxury accommodation in Serengeti for you:

The Serengeti is 14,763 square kilometres of open grassland, woodland and riverine forest in northern Tanzania. Few places on earth can match it for the concentration of species. However, the selection of where to stay in that area is much more important than most tourists believe. If you are camping in the north in August, you are almost guaranteed to be near a Mara River crossing. But back to the same camp in January, when the wildebeest calve 200 kilometres to the south, it’s an entirely different experience.

Luxury Serengeti Lodges & Camps

1. Singita Sasakwa Lodge

The award-winning Singita Sasakwa Lodge is a mansion straight out of the Edwardian era, with old-world opulence and charm. From vintage collectibles placed in rooms to Persian rugs atop polished parquet floors, regal extravagance is evident throughout the lodge. The ambience may be old-world, but Sasakwa makes sure no creature comfort of the contemporary age is missed, be it something as straightforward as a hairdryer in every room or the huge infinity pool overlooking the vast Serengeti grasslands.

Highlights:

Set in Singita’s private Grumeti Reserve
Panoramic views of the Serengeti from camp
Tennis court
Amazing stargazing opportunities
Visit one of Singita’s anti-poaching observation posts
Award-winning luxury lodge

Best for:

Family getaways and safari-lovers.

2. Mwiba Lodge

High on giant stone boulders, surrounded by ancient coral and acacia trees, Mwiba Lodge has the majesty and awe-inspiring richness of a fabled lost city. This luxury resort combines the best of modern design with traditional African touches, taking your safari to a royal level. Guest satisfaction is very high on the priority list and this is one of the best lodges in the Serengeti in terms of the quality of the accommodation as well as the private safari vehicle and guide per booking.

Highlights:

Excellent views of the Serengeti
Privacy and exclusivity
Private safari vehicle and guide per booking
Authentic cultural experiences with the local tribes

Best for:

A romantic getaway or family vacation.

3. Namiri Plains

Namiri Plains: An Authentic African Safari Meets Extravagant Intercontinental Getaway This luxurious tented camp is set under canvas in the vastness of the Eastern Serengeti, on wooden decks, and provides all modern conveniences and designs. Add to this superb customised service and you’ll forget you’re in the middle of the Tanzanian wilderness, not a five star hotel.

Highlights:

Guaranteed big cat sightings, particularly cheetah
Optional hot-air balloon safaris
Award-winning private camp
Authentic African safari experience
Set on the Great Migration route (November to June)

Best for…

Honeymooners.

4. Sanctuary Kichakani Camp

Indulge in luxury while experiencing the most dramatic episodes of the Great Migration at Kichakani Camp. This gorgeous mobile camp takes pride in delivering the best seats to nature’s greatest performance. From the comfort of a 19th century styled environment watch wildebeest, zebra, gazelles and predators all moving down the seasonal trail.

As well as offering an exceptional safari experience in the Serengeti, a stay at Sanctuary Kichakani Camp also helps to fund local conservation and community programs. A percentage of Sanctuary Retreats profits are invested into selected programs, building long term relationships with local communities to support and create collaborative opportunities.

Highlights:

Prime location for viewing the annual Great Migration
Under-canvas provides an authentic safari feel
Luxurious safari experience
Morning and afternoon game drives
One of the Serengeti’x luxury camp offerings
Stays contribute to Positive Impact initiatives

Best for:

The safari-lover.

5. Serengeti Bushtops Luxury Tented Camp

Calling all newlyweds, your perfect honeymoon spot awaits at Bushtops! The remote location, the tranquil sounds of nature and the breathtaking setting of the Serengeti landscape create a unique romantic atmosphere. Sip bubbly and relax in the private hot tub from the deck of your tent or share a couple’s massage after a game drive while stargazing — Bushtops lavish location and five-start service will make you extra thrilled to be betrothed.

Highlights:

Private jacuzzi in each tent
Private butler on hand 24/7
Well known for its wine selection
Optional hot air balloon safari

Best for:

Honeymooners.

6. Lamai Camp

Lamai Camp is set high on the ridge above the Kogakuria Kopje among enormous boulders. Sited at a higher elevation, the camp enjoys panoramic views over the Serengeti plains and plenty of opportunities to spot the wildlife below. The living rooms offer a true safari feel with a sense of comfort; think wood, thatch and whitewashed stone walls. The living spaces maximise the wonderful position with floor-to-ceiling windows that open to nature without glass. Here, African design and décor take centre stage and all furniture are designed and handcrafted by local artisans.

Highlights:

Prime position to witness the Wildebeest Migration (July to October)
Year-round Big 5 viewing
Secluded location guarantees privacy
Guided walks and game drives
Sublime views from the pool
Picnics, sundowners, and bush dining

Best for:

Family holidays and romantic getaways.

7. Singita Faru Faru Camp

Perched on a hill overlooking the sparkling Grumeti River, you can’t help but leave Faru Faru Camp feeling rejuvenated and renewed. A perfect blend of stone and canvas, every inch of Faru Faru provides guests a sense of the calm that only nature can deliver. The camp offers guests a plethora of leisure activities, including as archery, hot air ballooning and mountain biking; providing you the opportunity to immerse yourself in this unique safari experience.

Highlights:

Located in the private Grumeti Game Reserve
Hot-air balloon safaris
Overlooks the wildlife-frequented Grumeti River
Visit one of Singita’s anti-poaching observation posts
Ample activities including archery, stargazing, and mountain biking
On-site spa and infinity pool

Best for:

Family holidays.

8. Lemala Nanyukie

Set on raised wooden decks, under canvas rooftops, Nanyukie mixes raw and pristine wilderness with the contemporary amenities. Roughing it gets a whole new meaning in Nanyukie. Even if you are in a distant spot surrounded by undomesticated wildlife and untamed vegetation you still have a nice king-sized bed and private plunge pool close at hand – the finest way to experience an African safari!

Highlights:

Year-round game viewing
Candlelit dinners in multiple locations
Hot-air balloon rides
On the seasonal Wildebeest Migration route (April to June, and November to January)
Located near a popular big cat region
Candlelit dinners in various dining locations

Best for:

Families with older children or romantic getaways.

9. Ubuntu Migration Camp

This true, semi-permanent safari camp changes its site twice a year, north to south, to intercept the natural movement of the yearly Great Migration. The camp travels north from June to October to see the Mara river crossing and south from November to March to watch the herds arrive at new grazing and calving grounds. Besides the main performances the camp is excellently situated considering the overall biodiversity of the area and a healthy population of predators.

Full day safaris and shorter game drives give you a front row seat to the action while an optional hot air balloon safari allows you a bird’s eye view. The tents are cosy and simple, each with an outlook over the surrounding bush, and the experienced guides make it the perfect home base for any keen safari-goer. Definitely one of the greatest spots to stay in Serengeti National Park for the migration.

It also has a Positive Impact component, where a donation of US$5 each night is contributed towards the upliftment of local people and ongoing conservation activities.

Highlights:

Camp is located in the north and south for prime Great Migration viewing
Specialist guides and an optional private vehicle
Full-day safaris and game drives
Active predator population
Optional hot air balloon safari
Opportunity for bush dining and picnics

Best for:

The safari-lover.

10. Sayari Camp

Sayari Tented Camp is an award-winning luxury canvas camp that combines African characteristics with modern-day conveniences to ensure you have a stay that would rival any five-star hotel. Why vacation here instead of The Ritz? You don’t witness a herd of baby elephants splashing in the water as their mother drinks from a hotel window. In a remote corner of the Northern Serengeti, you’ll be treated to a private and intimate safari experience that is not easily forgotten.

Sayari Camp is also on the Positive Impact properties list, with a donation from every night booked going towards investing into daring, pioneering programs to better promote local community growth and conservation.

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