Serian Serengeti Lamai is located in the Lamai Wedge in the northern Serengeti where it offers one of the most exceptional safari experiences in Africa. This open expanse of rolling savannah, is rich in wildlife and reminiscent of the iconic landscapes from Out of Africa. Unlike busier parts of the Serengeti, the Lamai Wedge provides a sense of freedom and seclusion, making it ideal for those seeking an authentic and exclusive safari adventure.With just 10 elegant safari tents, the camp offers an intimate and private atmosphere. Its secluded setting makes it ideal for exclusive bookings, private groups, or those traveling with specialist safari guides. Here, guests enjoy not only world-class game viewing but also the tranquility of having the wilderness virtually to themselves.
What does it take to find the perfect tree house? Located on the western side of the Mara River and only open to access by foot – thick with trees, valleys, rocks – we kept circling back to one particular spot: fifty metres from the water looking along a stretch that is filled by a raucous pod of hippo. A line of Warburgia stretches along a little draw, and a single tree at the end shows scars: a scratching post for a resident male leopard. The salt lick luring the impala leads to a hippo funnel and their small sandy beach.
Ngare translates to ‘by the river’ in the Masai language, and the idea behind this snug little camp was to transport the serenity of the original Serian camp to the water’s edge. Hugging the banks of the Mara, Ngare Serian is cosy and intimate. It can only be reached on foot, over a narrow rope bridge – and in a way the crossover is symbolic: a call to step out of touch and out of time, and give yourself over to the natural charm of the place.There’s something special about being on the water’s edge – the water slipping and sloshing over the stones sets a soothing soundtrack, but at the same time its energy and movement lends lightness and life – green shoots, verdant growth and glossy rocks that metamorphose into hippos.
Nkorombo is Serian’s tented mobile camp, set on a private riverside site in the Masai Mara Reserve. This snug little setup is chock-full of character with a view over the rushing Mara River, bursting with laughing hippo and languorous crocodile. Much like at Serian and Ngare Serian, life at Nkorombo is low-key and tranquil. Nestled among a stand of wild olive and orange croton, the camp is right next to a lively salt lick that regularly features black rhino, and lion and leopard on the lookout for kill. There is an abundance of prey in this area, and it’s the perfect spot for spectacular game viewing.
“Alex Walker's Serian” is a collection of intimate East African bush camps; that allow you to flee the bustle of contemporary life and experience a blend of untamed Africa in traditional tented splendor! Serian - The Original, was the first of Alex’s camps, and it perfectly captures the essence of its name: meaning ‘peaceful, calm, serene’ in the Masai language, it was designed to be a retreat from the bustle of contemporary life, and a chance to experience untamed Africa in traditional tented splendour.It lies in the private Mara North Conservancy, and the beauty of this location is that only 10 other camps have access to it – so the feeling of having your own personal piece of Africa is a luxury that we have in spades.
On the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in central Kenya’s Laikipia region lies the atmospheric Ol Pejeta Bush Camp. Ol Pejeta offers an exceptional base from which to explore the secrets of this renowned conservancy – from the pioneering conservation projects that have made it famous to spectacular sightings of black and white rhino, the Big 5 and the world’s last two remaining northern white rhino.
Rekero Camp is situated less than 500 feet (150 metres) from a crossing point on the Talek River, the perfect place to view the Great Migration in the Masai Mara. The camp evokes the charm of African safaris from a bygone era, with nine romantic tents and spectacular views of the surrounding game-filled plains.
Rubondo Island Camp is the only lodge on Rubondo Island, the largest island national park in Africa. Tropical forests provide a protected habitat for wildlife that includes sitatunga, elephant, giraffe, 200 species of birds, and wild chimpanzees. The waters of Lake Victoria also offer spectacular fishing for Nile perch. Meals are served alfresco at the main lodge area, with the lapping waves of Lake Victoria marking the passing hours of island life. Spend the afternoon relaxing in a hammock with binoculars and a bird guide or cool off in the swimming pool. When the sun dips below the horizon, watch the hippo emerge from the water to graze on the fringes of camp. The 8 luxury chalets are nestled under the huge trees just 60 meters for the sandy lake shore.
Encounter Mara is designed with high eco-friendly standards and built in a traditional safari style. The camp sits beneath a stunning canopy of acacia trees and blends naturally into its surroundings. It's common to see giraffes or zebras casually walking through the camp.Guests enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a comfortable canvas dining tent at the heart of the camp. Meals come with the natural backdrop of the bush, complete with its sights, sounds, and smells. The lounge area is cosy and simply decorated, keeping your attention focused on the beautiful views of the Maasai Mara.A nearby salt lick regularly draws wildlife, from plains animals to big cats. You might find yourself spending the whole day relaxing in camp, watching the animals come to you.Encounter Mara is the most affordable camp operated by Asilia in the Mara area. For a more luxurious experience, you can consider staying at nearby Naboisho Camp or Rekero Camp, located inside the main Mara Reserve.
Location
Location Location Location...The Serengeti Green Camp moves from Southern Serengeti (Kusini area mid December – March) to the Northern Serengeti (Tabora B area July – October / November) to ensure you are always in the very best location to get close to the magic of the migration and all the wildlife action.Serengeti green camp
Serengeti is Africa’s most famous park. The variety and abundance of wildlife here is unmatched anywhere else in Africa. In the north of Serengeti, Serengeti Green Camp is located in a beautiful area in the Tabora B area south of the Mara River. The camp is on the edge of the wilderness zones, away from the hustle and bustle of other camps, cars and people but close enough not to miss the crossings when they occur. Serengeti Green Camp offers a peaceful, remote location from which to enjoy the best the Serengeti has to offer in wildlife sightings.
Legendary Mila Tented Camp – Nyasirori, Western Serengeti
Located at Nyasirori region of the Western Serengeti Corridor, this is one of the best places to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration as it thunders through between May and July. The camp sits close to the Grumeti River, famous for its dramatic crossings where Nile crocodiles and predators lie in wait. Even outside migration season, Nyasirori delivers exceptional game viewing with elephants, buffalo, giraffes, big cats, and vast resident herds.
Kati Kati Mara Camp offers comfortable accommodation and a unique opportunity to enjoy a real safari camp experience. The camp is located in the North of Serengeti only 10 minutes drive from Mara River. Offering reasonably priced accommodation and standard meals for guests visiting area around the Mara River in Northern Serengeti National Park.This is a good option for those on a budget. It is not a destination for those seeking high standards of decor and style. Kati Kati Mara Camp provides Full Board accommodation for guests driving to the North of Serengeti. Game package services are not available here but are offered at the more upscale sister property - Mara Mara Tented Lodge.
Ikuka Safari Camp opened in Ruaha National Park in July 2016, the camp is quite noteworthy due to its spectacular location atop the Mwagusi Escarpment in southern Tanzania, it is also owner run and managed. The site allows for expansive and breathtaking views that are unparalleled by other accommodations in the area. The views are perfectly complemented by an intimate and personalized and experienced that can only be found in smaller accommodations in the African bush country. The seven guest bandas on the property are designed to blend in with the surroundings and give guests the utmost experience of being connected with nature by way of stone, thatch and natural wood construction.
Elewana Kilindi Zanzibar is a romantic destination aimed mostly at couples and honeymooners. It a place to enjoy the harmony of the ocean and spend time with the one you love. Set in a picturesque tropical garden with its secluded beachfront, the Pavilion suites embrace wide-arched glassless windows affording spectacular views over the Indian Ocean.Each villa has its own private plunge pool and is tended to by its own butler. Kilindi's 'open-to-nature' approach provides the true essence to any stay and crafts a private, intimate and 'barefoot' appeal. Explore the hidden secrets of the island or relax in the infinity pool watching the local dhows head out to sea, with a gentle breeze in their sail.High Season surcharge of $150 pp should be added (December 20 - January 4)
Lemala Mara is a classic mobile safari camp that moves between north and the Ndutu area in southern Serengeti. It's aim is to ensure guests enjoy ringside seats to the spectacle of the magnificent wildebeest migration year-round.Camp is located South of the Mara River in Northern Serengeti between July and October. Close to the Mara River, it is far enough to remain discreet. The location does not interrupt wildlife behaviour as the wildebeest mass along the steep banks during their frantic crossing on their way north to the Maasai Mara. Guests enjoy fabulous landscapes and terrific game viewing. Resident wildlife numbers are high, but nothing compared to the dramatic scenes during the migration. Migration time is when tens of thousands of animals gather to then plunge into the crocodile-infested river - an amazing spectacle!When the camp moves South, it sets up again in the Ndutu area which is where the Wildebeest herds arrive late December and remain until around March. This is where the wildebeest drop their calves and enjoy a period of relative calm before once again starting their migration cycle and heard North again.
