safari lodges Tanzania
Tanzania
vast mesmerising spaces
Tanzania has been captivating visitors with its dreamy mix of noble jump-dancing Maasai warriors, towering snow-capped mountain peaks, the thundering all year Great Migration, a flamboyance of soda lake flamingoes and believe it or not, tree-climbing lions
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Tanzania’s weather can be summarised as the dry season (peak) from January to February plus June to October.
Tanzania’s wet season from March to May and again November to December.
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In peak season the Migration can offer dramatic and very popular river crossings but remember – Africa’s largest herds keep moving along their circle of life all year long
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And because of this, one can beat peak season rates (and game viewing vehicle traffic…) by travelling at off peak periods. For example – travel in February (dry season) for the annual calving season for magnificent viewing of predators stalking the herds…
And remember the big game found on the Ngorongoro Crater floor remain there all year long.
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The Indian Ocean on the eastern border of Tanzania offers some of the dreamiest, soft sandy beach escapes available.
We suggest adding on 3-5night stay on the beautiful barefoot islands of Zanzibar or Pemba – rates on request.
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International flights usually arrive into either Dar Es Salaam or Kilimanjaro from where clients connect a flight or road transfer to Arusha Airport – the hub for most inter-lodge flights into Tanzania.
where to stay Tanzania
Listed below our chosen safari lodges in three Tanzanian wildlife Game Reserves.
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Explore the rocky outcrops and woodlands of the endless game filled Serengeti plains.
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Descend into the vast Ngorongoro Crater offering a huge variety of wildlife 600m down.
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Or sip sundowners at the bird-rich Lake Manyara attracting a high density of elephant.
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First up, the well-loved Serengeti and its game-filled plains
The Serengeti
Ahhhh, the Serengeti…
Approximately 30 000 km (12 000 sq mi) of pristine wilderness filled with distant horizon lines game-rich plains.
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With the largest herds on the planet and Africa’s highest concentration of predators, the Serengeti is probably THE most celebrated game reserve in the world.
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It’s difficult to predict the exact timing and route of the Great Migration path but with the wildebeest’s constant search for food and water, the ‘general’ migration route rotates through the eastern Serengeti (nov-dec) and into the wet south where almost 400 000 wildebeest calves are born around late January to mid-March.
And of course, calving season attracts stalking predators in large numbers…
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From April onwards the Migration moves through the western Serengeti, passing the Grumeti around May to June and onward to
the drier plains of the north between July and August
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This is the time when jostling herds famously splash their way across the Mara River into Kenya’s Masai Mara…
With the Migration’s return to Tanzania during September to October, the Mara river daringly gets crossed a second time.
The protected area within the region includes approximately 30,000 km (12,000 sq mi) so it is said that even if you removed the Great Migration from the picture, the Serengeti will still deliver magnificent game viewing opportunities.
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Take a look at some memorable and authentic safari stays on offer around the Serengeti.
Serengeti safari lodges
Singita Mara River Tented Camp
Serengeti
located on the banks of the infamous Mara River offering game viewing from your suite
6 nomadic-chic tented suites with art, canvas, stone & raw leather in Maasai colours
all tents are river facing with an indoor shower plus an outdoor bath with views
plains game, big cats, elephants & huge populations of crocodile and hippo
central dining/bar/deli area with plunge pool and deck overlooking river
closed 15jan to 31may
rates
from US$2 210 to US$3 220
andBeyond Kleins Camp
Serengeti
remote, perched on a hill, 10 thatched stone cottages with veranda and breathtaking views
exceptional game viewing, thrilling night game drives, Maasai culture & vintage safari style
overlooks a corridor which, twice a year, fills up with throngs of zebra and wildebeest
rates
from US$1 050 to US$1 720
per person sharing
Serengeti Safari Camp
Serengeti
the camp moves seasonally 4 -5 times a year to follow the movements of the great migration
from calving season in the south – all the way to the famous river crossings in the north
6 large Meru-style tents with dressing room area separating the en-suite bathrooms
one family tent made up of two full size en-suite tents with adjoining lounge area.
central lounge/dining/bar/library tent with open safari fireplace for sundowners
rates
from US$950 to US$1 395
per person sharing
Ngorongoro Crater
Sometimes called the eight wonder of the world, the Ngorongoro Crater
is indisputably home to the highest density of big game in Africa
including lions, leopards, hyena’s, baboons, large flocks of crowned cranes,
black/white rhinos and some of Africa’s large tusker elephants
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The crater, a perfect caldera, forms a natural bowl with diameter approx 18 kms
with an astonishing variety of landscapes – from misty forests and rocky mountain peaks
to wide open plains, valleys, rivers and an alkaline lake filled with flamingoes
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And sharing the abundant grazing grounds and groundwater on the crater floor
with approximately 25000 wild animals, are members of the noble Maasai tribe
who can be seen grazing their sheep and cattle all over
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The only place on earth where mankind and wild animals co-exist in harmony.
Ngorongoro safari lodges
Entanamu
Timbavati Game Reserve
Crater game drives, guided walks, bush picnics, Masaai interaction and sundowners
seven cottage-style rooms elevated on wooden platforms right on the Crater rim
all with heating, en-suite bathrooms, hot/cold running water and flush loos
2 family units are made up of two full size rooms and a shared bathroom
central bar/lounge/dining area with fireplace and distant crater views
take a walk on the wild side – and pack warm clothes all year round…
rates
US$ 1 230 to US$2 200
per person sharing
Lake Manyara & Tarangire
Lake Manyara is probably better known for its tree climbing lions, the soda ash lake, its flamingos and breath-taking scenery
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Dense woodlands, evergreen forests, grassy flood plains, steep mountainsides with the rest of the Park, probably two thirds of it covered by beautiful Lake Manyara – a bird watchers haven
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The best game viewing season at Lake Manyara is from August to September and December to February.
December to March is the season to witness the legendary flamingo migration on Lake Manyara
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Tarangire National Park, to the south of Lake Manyara, is famous for its high density of large elephant herds and its baobab trees. Tarangire is the 6th largest national park in Tanzania and named after the Tarangire River curving its scenic way through it.
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Slightly off-the-beaten-track Tarangire is an animal magnet during the dry season from Jun to Oct
From woodland to dry swamp, Tarangire is a remote wildlife haven not to be missed.
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Tarangire’s rainy season during April to May
Dry season (peak viewing) from June to October
Green season: December to March
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Lake Manyara & Tarangire lodges
Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
Lake Manyara
cradled in the boughs of ancient mahogany trees, nine stilted treehouse suites
generous decks, large windows, overhead fans and billowing mosquito nets
local timbers and makuti palm fronds make for cool, leafy surroundings
romantic free-standing bath & outdoor shower overlooking the forest
soaring central areas with interactive kitchen & open dining decks
overlooking a forest boma lined with quaint dugout canoe
2 daily game drives with night drives at extra charge
rates
US$ 1 060 to US$1 690
per person sharing
Chem Chem Lodge
Lake Manyara
watch herds of game wander between watering holes and savannah grasslands
8 ultra-luxurious tented suites (100 m²) with wood, canvas, cotton and lava rock
private patio and sala with day beds & bathrooms with bath and outdoor shower
central area with dining room, lounge, bar, library, fireplace and outside fire pit
also gym, spa, viewing deck, secluded pool and views of active watering hole
lodge located east of Lake Manyara so expect spell-binding sunset views…
echoes of a vintage safari… just look & listen as it unfolds in front of you
also a private bush camp with 2 tents and family suite with 2 bedrooms
rates
rates 2026
US$ 1 420 to US$1 905
per person sharing
Kuro Tarangire
Tarangire
tucked into riverside bush with elephants often passing right through camp
in central Tarangire, away from busy north and within easy reach of river
6 walk-in safari tents on wooden decking & all cosily covered in thatch
like understated little nests woven of wood, sisal, thatch and canvas
all tents with in/outdoor showers, flush loos & veranda with views.
open-sided thatched lounge/dining area for starlit fireside drinks
guided day- and *night time game drives and walking safaris
location known for rather large herds of buffalo & elephant
*night game drives to be pre-booked at extra charge
closed 15mar to 15jun
rates
rates 2026
from US$950 to US$1 510
per person sharing
Tanzania
A jewel in the African big game safari crown.
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