Description
Serengeti Under Canvas is a raw African experience with all the luxuries you would expect from the safari experts. The semi-permanent camps move between various locations, staying off the beaten track and following the herds of buffalo and wildebeest that migrate across the Serengeti.
Each camping site is pre-booked exclusively, allowing for great flexibility in following the sometimes unpredictable movements of the migration. It is ultra comfortable with stylish safari tents, large beds, and en-suite bathrooms with flush loos and bucket showers. The expert team will look after your every need and make sure you have an adventure to remember. Gathering around the campfire each evening is a safari tradition but, when you feel like some quiet time or a romantic evening alone, you can have dinner served in your private dining tent, right next to your room.
The Serengeti is home to literally millions of large herbivores, with more than 35 species of plains-dwelling mammals, as well as the accompanying carnivores and prolific birdlife. The mobile nature of the Serengeti Under Canvas camps means that they are uniquely suited to give guests a close glimpse of the Great Migration, as well as the Serengeti’s numerous other wildlife riches. Each year, almost two million wildebeest, zebra, eland and Thomson’s gazelle follow the annual rains through the Serengeti and the adjacent Masaai Mara National Reserve in Kenya in search of prime grazing.
As the dense herds of herbivores move across the plains they are shadowed by predators and scavengers. Lion, and hyena, as well as the more elusive cheetah and leopard, mingle with the migrating masses, while vulture and jackal await the scraps of the more powerful predators. The Serengeti is famous for its large lion population and a number of lion prides are present in each of the areas utilised by our camps. The far lighter and faster cheetah are also present. During the migration, the spotted hyena may be spotted wandering among the herds in the plain light of day.
Accommodation
Each of the two semi-permanent wilderness camps have 8 Bedouin style tents complete with ensuite facilities, separate w.c.’s and outdoor bucket showers. The spacious tent interiors boast elegant finishes of Persian rugs and chandeliers.
Childcare
Due to the design of the camp and the nature of walking safaris only children over 12 years of age are accepted to stay here. There are no special facilities for children but the guides are very good at adapting the drive or walk to keep their interest flowing.
Facilities
Due to it's 'nomadic' nature, the camp is very simple but there is a dedicated sitting and dining tent with deep sofas and custom made Indian rugs creating an elegant yet very comfortable place to relax. Share stories around the roaring campfire and listen to the African night come alive.
Activities
From Serengeti Under Canvas there is a choice of early morning and afternoon safaris or all-day safaris with picnic lunch. 4 to 6-seater semi-open safari vehicles with generous seating space and legroom. Ballooning safaris (subject to camp being within reach of launch site - at an additional cost).
When to travel
Tanzania is a large country, with a varied climate. Generally, the long rains run from March to May - the temperature is warm and the humidity is high. June to October is the long dry season, and the short rains are in November and December, much lighter than the long rains. January and February are again dry (the short dry season) so this is another good time to visit.
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Location and directions
Serengeti National Park, northern Tanzania
Serengeti National Park, northern Tanzania (three mobile camps, move every few weeks)
How to get there
8.5hr International flight, 45min international flight, 70min domestic flight to the Serengeti airstrip nearest to the camp (Seronera, Ndutu, Grumeti, Kogatende). Guests will be collected and transferred to the camp by 4x4 safari vehicle.
