Description
Accommodation at Chada Katavi consists of just six large safari tents with ensuite bush bathrooms.
It is a unique bush camp, with an elevated vantage point rising out of the miombo woodland, and perfectly positioned for panoramic views over the Chada plains.
The central mess area is hidden under a canopy of acacias, kigelias and tamarinds which also provide popular shade and food for the abundant bird and animal species which inhabit the region. Guests can choose from game drives in open 4-wheel drive vehicles, bush walks with an armed safari guide, or flycamping under the stars. Alternatively, guests can take the opportunity to relax outside their tent with a bottle of chilled wine and soak up the total privacy and isolation.
Miles from anywhere, Katavi National Park has an almost mythical status and is thought to have a greater density of mammals than any other Tanzanian reserve. Massed on the plains are the last great herds of buffalo in East Africa, up to 1,000 strong, and the rivers groan with hippos and crocodiles.
Accommodation
Chada Katavi has just six guest tents with fine wooden furniture, woven rugs and beds spread with crisp white Egyptian cottons. The tents are large, romantic and airy and the bathrooms bush deluxe.
Childcare
Chada Katavi is not suited to very young children and therefore only caters for those over 8 years of age. It should also be noted that only children of 12 and over can go fly-camping, or go on walking safaris.
Meal times and food can be tailored to suit children, and drives can be adapted to keep the children entertained and interested.
Activities
Game viewing is the daily activity from Chada Katavi and guided game drives are taken in 4WD vehicles a couple of times a day. Also to be enjoyed is fly camping under the stars, outstanding birding, and walking safaris.
When to travel
Dry season from Nov to Mar, rainy season Apr to May and end Oct
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Average time to visit
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Location and directions
Katavi, Tanzania
Overlooking the Chada plains in Katavi National Park, Western Tanzania
How to get there
8hr international flight, 1hr international flight, then 4hr by light aircraft
