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Last updated 15 February 2024
The Serengeti. It offers some of the world’s most incredible wildlife experiences and some of Africa’s most exceptional luxury lodges. If you’re trying to decide which accommodation will meet all of your needs while creating the best safari in Africa, here are 10 of our top lodge and camp recommendations in the Serengeti.
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1. Four Seasons Safari Lodge
2. Singita Sasakwa Lodge
3. Mwiba Lodge
4. &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp
5. Singita Faru Faru Lodge
6. Serengeti Bushtops
7. One Nature Nyaruswigwa Tented Camp
8. Lamai Serengeti
9. Sayari Tented Camp
10. Singita Sabora Tented Camp
11. Melia Serengeti
12. Singita Serengeti House
13. Mara River Post
14. Namiri Plains
15. Sanctuary Kichakani Camp
16. Lemala Nanyukie
17. andBeyond Klein's Camp
18: Migration Camp by Elewana
19. Lahia Tented Lodge
20. Mara Mara Tented Lodge
21. Mila Tented Camp
22. Mkombe's House Lamai
23. Pioneer Camp by Elewana
24. Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge
With its resort-like feel and exceptional amenities, the Four Seasons Safari Lodge is ideal for first-timers wanting a taste of the Serengeti safari experience. It boasts sweeping views of the vast savannah and a waterhole that’s frequented by elephants, zebras, and gazelles, not to mention an on-site fitness center and spa where you can be pampered during your stay. Add to that gourmet cuisine and a vast choice of daily activities, it’s understandable why the Four Seasons Safari Lodge is one of our top picks for a luxury safari in Tanzania. You can opt for one of their beautifully designed rooms and suites or splurge with an exclusive villa complete with your private pool and butler.
Price from $1450 per person sharing
If you’re after old-world elegance, this deluxe lodge features elegant hallways and inviting sitting rooms inspired by the colonial-era homes of East Africa. It perches on a rocky promontory above the rolling Serengeti plains, offering superb views of the ever-changing light, clouds, and wildlife movements of this unforgettable landscape. You can opt for one of their European-styled cottages with a private plunge pool or splurge at the Hillside Suite with its rim-flow pool and sweeping wooden decks. The lodge also features a fitness centre so you never have to miss a workout and the option for pampering treatments at their on-site spa.
Price from $1615 per person sharing
Nestled amidst massive boulders in the Southern Serengeti, the Mwiba Lodge is an ultra-luxurious accommodation overlooking the Arugusinyai River. Its eight suites have been designed to perfectly blend in with the natural beauty of its rocky gorge, which is studded with acacia trees and freshwater springs that attract elusive leopards. It’s particularly exceptional during the calving season of the Great Wildebeest Migration between January and May when the fertile plains provide the perfect setting for animals to rear their young. Aside from daily game drives, safari walks, and kid-friendly bush excursions, Mwiba offers in-room spa treatments and superb dining experiences.
Price from $1949 per person sharing
Situated in the remote Western Corridor of the Serengeti surrounded by tall evergreen trees, this secluded lodge overlooks a tributary of the famous Grumeti River. It’s the perfect setting for a private safari in Tanzania if you want to experience what is one of the most famous moments of the Serengeti migration, as immense herds attempt to make the precarious Grumeti Viver crossing. It’s one of the only areas in Tanzania where you can see black and white colobus monkeys, with an on-site hippo pool meaning these animals are also frequent visitors. Their rustic yet sophisticated safari tents are eclectically decorated and boast open-air showers while outdoor ovens and traditional fires provide a touch of romance for dinners under the stars.
Price from $1700 per person sharing
Overlooking the Grumeti River in the very heart of the Serengeti, the Singita Faru Faru Lodge boasts a private watering hole that can be viewed directly from the swimming pool and is surrounded by endless grasslands that provide a setting for the Serengeti migration. It features just nine suites that are traditionally designed and with Danish-inspired interiors, giving the lodge a feeling of intimacy and exclusivity for guests lucky enough to stay here. With panoramic glass windows, you can watch all the wildlife action from the privacy of your Serengeti lodge suite, or take advantage of the fitness center and pampering spa at the end of a long day out gaming driving, and visiting cultural villages.
Price from $1475 per person sharing
Consisting of just 13 luxurious tents in what is a magical setting, the Serengeti Bushtops has established a reputation as offering a “wild luxury” experience. It features an infinity pool overlooking the never-ending plains and unforgettable sunsets, as well as private hot tubs and 24-hour butler services. It’s just a short drive from the legendary Mara River where the wildebeest herds attempt to cross the crocodile-infested waters on their annual migration, creating what is one of the world’s most exceptional wildlife encounters. When you’re not out gaming driving on the acacia-dotted plains, you can recount the day’s adventures with fine cuisine and an exceptional wine selection in the camp's beautifully designed restaurant.
Price from $2800 per person sharing
Situated in the heart of the Central Serengeti, this ultra-luxurious camp combines upscale service with a genuine commitment to sustainability. It boasts breathtaking views across the sweeping plains framed by the Nyaruswigwa Hills, with this natural valley seeing more than one million animals traveling through on the annual migration. With just 12 ensuite tents and a two-bedroom family tent, One Nature provides exclusivity and exceptional nature-based travel experiences. Spend your days exploring the Serengeti (and Ngorongoro Crater ) from above and below, then relax in the heated plunge pool and jacuzzi or view the night sky through the high-powered telescope on the camp’s Astral Observation Deck.
Price from $1500 per person sharing
Nestled between the rocky outcrops of Kogakuria Kopje, the Lamai Serengeti lies on the doorstep of the Great Wildebeest Migration’s route through the Northern Serengeti. Each of the eight rooms has been intricately designed with a combination of canvas and plaster to complement the natural formations of the kopje and to take advantage of the panoramic views that are on offer. Head out on daily game drives to witness the healthy concentrations of lions and leopards in the area or embark on guided bush walks from a completely different perspective, then refresh in the inviting swimming pool on the camp’s natural rock deck.
Price from $2630 per person sharing
The award-winning Sayari Tented Camp is situated in the remote Northern Serengeti and with easy access to the migration’s Mara River crossing. Each of the 15 luxurious tented suites is inspired by the stark natural beauty of the region, which is framed by natural rock formations and dominated by the flat-topped volcanic peak of Turner Hill. It’s renowned for its extraordinary wildlife sightings and sublime comfort, with a sophisticated library, rim-flow swimming pool, and on-site spa among its facilities. Take advantage of the exclusive game-viewing opportunities by day, then soak up the sweeping views from the privacy of your bathtub.
Price from 2506 per person sharing
Inspired by a 1920s explorer’s camp, the Singita Sabora Tented Camp will transport you to the golden age of Tanzania safari travel. It consists of just nine luxury tents, an expansive viewing deck, and an elegant dining room that offers the ultimate in opulence while being surrounded by rugged savannah plains. Imagine Persian rugs, Zanzibari chests, and antique furnishings coupled with a sparkling swimming pool, indulgent spa, and on-site fitness center. Decorated with Maasai blankets and traditional beadwork, the tents lead directly onto the plains, which are scattered with day beds where you can take advantage of the incredible game-viewing experiences.
11. Melia Serengeti Lodge
In harmony with the fabulous natural surroundings of the Serengeti National Park, this hotel offers an intense wildlife experience accompanied by all the comforts of the most exclusive accommodation. Elegant rooms inspired by Maasai traditions with spectacular views of the hotel gardens or Serengeti plains. A cuisine that reinterprets local dishes with ingredients inspired by international cuisine. And magnificent, sustainable facilities that include an incredible infinity pool, gym, and spa. The magic of Africa permeates every corner of the Meliá Serengeti Lodge Meliá Collection. Savor the experience on the fabulous terrace of your room and marvel at the immensity of the Serengeti National Park. If you've always wanted to go on a safari, you've come to the right place. Visit with your family. Kids will also enjoy their little African adventure in the kids' club. Discover cuisine as surprising as it is delicious, including African coffees, teas, and liqueurs. The stunning infinity pool with views of the Serengeti, a relaxing spa, and a fully equipped gym complete this unforgettable adventure.
Price from $1050 per person sharing
Set on the gentle slopes of Sasakwa Hill, this spacious sanctuary epitomizes casual, carefree living in one of the continent’s most iconic settings. Boasting endless views of the vast Serengeti plains as well as the nearby waterhole where game regularly gather to drink, this modern African home includes a 25-meter rim-flow, expansive outdoor dining decks, and a fire pit – ensuring continuous engagements with the wilderness. The villa’s four boldly proportioned guest suites – each with serene bathrooms, outdoor showers, and private terraces – embody refined luxury underpinned by contemporary comfort, and this expansive property also includes an eat-in family kitchen, media room, fully-equipped fitness center, tented massage treatment suite, and tennis pavilion.
Price from $ 13045 per person sharing
The Northern part of the Serengeti (Kogatende) along the Mara River epitomizes Africa’s magic. It is one of the world's most famous Safari areas and is blessed with great biodiversity and wildlife. The Mara River is particularly known for its spectacular and sometimes dramatic scenes that take place between June and October when millions of wildebeests go across the river trying to survive the river stream and the attacks of crocodiles. The River carries water all year round and is also frequented by elephants and a lot of hippos. The Great Plains give an excellent chance of close encounters with rhinoceros and cheetah hunt gazelles.
Price from $1950 per person sharing
Authentic African safari meets extravagant intercontinental getaway at Namiri Plains. Constructed on wooden decks and set under canvas in the Eastern Serengeti wilderness, this luxury tented camp offers top-tier modern comforts and designs. Couple this with impeccable personalized service and you’ll forget that you’re in the middle of the Tanzanian bushland, not a five-star hotel. 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)
View the most climactic moments of the Great Migration in the lap of luxury at Kichakani Camp. The resplendent mobile camp prides itself on providing prime viewing spots for nature’s best show. Watch as wildebeest, zebra, gazelles and predators alike make their way down the seasonal path, all from the comfort of a 19th-century-inspired setting.
Constructed on raised wooden decks and set under canvas rooftops, Nanyukie offers raw and untouched wilderness alongside contemporary comforts. ‘Roughing it’ takes on a new meaning at Nanyukie. While you might be in a remote location surrounded by undomesticated wildlife and untamed bushland, you still have a comfy king-sized bed and private plunge pool nearby – the best way to enjoy an African safari!
Price from 1930 per person sharing
In a remote corner of the game-rich Serengeti National Park, a 10,000-hectare (24,700-acre) wildlife concession leased from Maasai landlords offers guests an exclusive, Tanzanian safari at Klein’s Camp. Perched on the edge of the Kuka Hills, the Camp commands breathtaking views down the valley that borders the Serengeti and the Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy exclusive game viewing, thrilling night game drives, bush dining, Maasai culture, and old-fashioned safari luxury. Embodying the very soul of the Serengeti, this private and remote camp offers guests the spirit of wild Africa. Set in a landscape that is gentle yet rugged, this Camp reflects the heart of this untamed land with a vintage safari style. The stone interiors of the guest areas open up to breathtaking panoramas, with open fireplaces to keep the chill away. Featuring a beautifully furnished bar and sitting area, stone floors and deep leather armchairs invite you to while away the hours.
Price from 1530 per person sharing
Migration Camp Tents are designed with the guest’s comfort in mind. Each tent has an en suite shower room with a flushing toilet, shower, and twin vanity basin, the latter of which receives hot (solar generated) and cold running water 24 hours a day. Migration Camp's tented rooms include luxuriant soft furnishings, a writing desk and stationery set, and a room fan. The tents have a wooden floor, fixed bathroom walls, and fixed wooden doors but all combine with the all-enveloping canvas.
Price from 2130 per person sharing
The camp is strategically located at the top of a hill overlooking Central Serengeti with views towards Western Serengeti, within reach of mythical locations such as the famous kopjes masais, the museum at the Olduvai gorge, Seronera Valley, and the Grumeti River. The main house offers a unique 360 º panoramic view of the landscape. The building contains lounges, a dining room, and a swimming pool. It has been decorated in a modern African style creating a fresh and bright atmosphere, cosy, but with a touch of luxury. Guests can observe the Great Migration spectacle from the comfort of their tents. Elegant tents built on raised wood platforms with en-suite facilities and an outdoor shower. After a day on safari guests can enjoy a refreshing shower under the stars. Each tent has its private terrace from where guests can enjoy the landscape and the surroundings. The family room consists of two interconnected rooms.
Price from $950 per person sharing
Located in North Serengeti close to the river Mara in the Kogatende Area. Situated in the heart of the Migration from June to November with an extraordinary diversity of wildlife. The lodge consists of 16 tents with en suite facilities, including family rooms. It is divided into two camps, north and south. Guests at each of the two camps will use the Main House which includes lounges, a restaurant, a view deck, and a swimming pool. It has been designed and decorated in a modern African style that creates a fresh and light ambiance, very welcoming but with a touch of luxury. Guests can observe the Great Migration from the comfort of their tents. Elegant tents are built on raised wood platforms with a private terrace overlooking the savannah. There is a choice of beds, a king-size bed or two singles. The bedrooms have a bathroom with a bathtub and an outdoor shower. The family tent consists of two interconnected tents. The bungalow rooms consist of two interconnected rooms.
Price from $1100 per person sharing
Perched on the higher grounds of the western Serengeti, Mila is the epitome of an “Out of Africa” safari camp. Ideal for those seeking a sublimely comfortable tented experience, the camp’s prime location within the remote region of Nyasirori offers phenomenal wildlife viewing on a year-round basis. Offering the ultimate in secluded privacy with only 5 tents and one family tent. Decor draws inspiration from local tribes and the yellow-gold grasses of the Serengeti, the color of which is reflected in the linens and textiles, with gentle nature-inspired colors blending into the landscape.
Price from $1330 per person sharing
The only self-contained private house in the Serengeti.
Set plum in the middle of one of the richest game areas in the Serengeti, this bush home-from-home is designed specifically with little children in mind, as well as being a great place for groups of friends. Mkombe was a guide who cherished this area and connected strongly with children – and their parents.
WHY CHOOSE MKOMBE’S HOUSE LAMAI?
The only exclusive private safari house in the Serengeti; specifically designed with families or groups of friends in mind.
Offers complete flexibility on everything from activities to meals and in the best location in the Serengeti.
Excellent private guidance for all activities.
Located in South Central Serengeti – Tanzania – (within the Moru Kopjes area), Serengeti Pioneer Camp is ideally situated to offer superlative access to the annual migration and the ‘Big 5’ with sweeping views overlooking Moru Kopjes, Lake Magadi, and the endless plains. Each of Elewana Collection’s camps and lodges has its own style and feel. Serengeti Pioneer Camp continues this tradition. Paying homage to the mobile camps of the 1930s, a time when an African safari was truly a journey into the unknown, Serengeti Pioneer Camp’s ‘zero footprints’ and proximity to nature combine to make an unmistakably distinctive and truly individual offering. Comprising of ten-tented accommodations, all of which have en-suite facilities including a flushing toilet, vanity basin, and showers, the tent interiors are designed to evoke the very best of an era long gone but certainly not forgotten.
Price from $830 per person sharing
Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge is remotely located in the Wogakuria Hills of the Northern Serengeti. A scenic region characterized by grassy rolling hills, open woodland, and tree-lined watercourses, it is a habitat that attracts wildlife throughout the year. Lemala Kuria Hills is near the Mara River on the Serengeti’s border with Kenya’s Maasai Mara, so is also within the main corridor of the world-famous wildebeest migration between July and October.
Our lodge offers unrivaled luxury and sophistication, where you can choose to either relax in style or enjoy the Northern Serengeti’s excellent game viewing (without the crowds) with our superb guides in open 4×4 vehicles.
There are several dining options at the lodge or out in the bush, and delicious meals include a choice of starters, main courses, desserts, and house drinks. Afternoon tea is served before your game drive, and cocktails at sunset are taken on one of the kopjes with distant views of the Isuria Escarpment in the Maasai Mara. The Melengali Spa is in a separate tent where you can indulge in massages and manicures in a peaceful, natural setting
Price from $ 1720 per person sharing
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