The Serengeti National Park is an iconic destination in the north of Tanzania. It offers so many experiences for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike, from the heart of the park's vibrant ecosystem to its lesser-explored, but no less stunning, corners.
Whether you're seeking a luxurious retreat or a budget-friendly getaway, we have created this guide to help you find the perfect accommodation to suit your preferences and budget.
This guide is divided into four regions of the Serengeti: Central, North, Ndutu & South, and West. We will look at some of the best accommodations in each region of the Serengeti for all budgets.
Central Serengeti
Budget
Kati Kati Tented Camp
A comfortable and immersive safari experience in the heart of the wilderness, Kati Kati’s spacious tents with en suite amenities are located on ground level, and the central location makes it incredibly easy to explore the surrounding nature.
Thorn Tree Camp
Thorn Tree offers an immersive and authentic African camping experience with comfortable accommodations, delicious cuisine, and guided game drives. The camp features twelve spacious tents with en suite amenities, and is designed to have minimal impact on the environment.
Tukaone Camp
Tukaone is a private safari camp with stunning views of the Hembe Hills and endless plains. Their spacious tents with en suite amenities are designed to have minimal impact on the environment, and its location allows for easy access to the annual wildebeest migration.
Midrange
Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
Kubu Kubu offers modern and comfortable accommodations with stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. The lodge features spacious tents on raised wooden platforms with en suite amenities, as well as a swimming pool, a restaurant and a bar.
Matawi Camp
A unique safari experience in a secluded and picturesque setting among endless plains, Matawi features nine spacious tents with en suite amenities, whose unique safari-style designs perfectly complement the beauty of the surrounding nature.
Luxury
The Singing Grass Bush Camp
The Singing Grass is an immersive wildlife retreat, located in a secluded and pristine setting. The camp features spacious tents with en suite amenities, which are each nestled in a private patch of the savannah, making for an intimate experience as you explore the natural and cultural wonders of the Serengeti.
Meliá Lodge
This modern and stylish lodge has stunning views of the Serengeti plains. Meliá features spacious rooms and suites with private balconies, a swimming pool, a spa, and multiple dining options.
Nanyukie Lodge
Nanyukie sits in a lush grassy savannah, offering eighteen elegant and spacious tent-style suites with private decks, a swimming pool, and a spa. The lodge also features a lounge and a bar, and boasts some incredible views of the surrounding nature.
North Serengeti
Budget
Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
This camp offers comfortable and spacious tents on ground level, with en suite amenities and private porches. Mara Kati Kati is a mobile tent camp and is designed to have minimal impact on the environment.
Midrange
Karibu River Camp
Karibu offers an authentic safari experience without sacrificing the warmth and comforts of home. The camp features ten spacious tents with en suite amenities, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and a bar, all with stunning views of the nearby Mara River.
Luxury
Mara Mara Tented Lodge
This tented lodge boasts breathtaking views over the Mara River, designed and decorated in modern African style, which is “very welcoming but with a touch of luxury”. Mara Mara features twelve elegant spacious tents on raised wooden platforms with en suite amenities, lounges, a restaurant, a viewing deck and a swimming pool.
Ndutu & South Serengeti
Midrange
Ndutu Safari Lodge
Ndutu Safari Lodge features 34 traditional and authentic safari cottages with en suite amenities, a dining room, and a bar, all overlooking the stunning Lake Ndutu.
Ndutu Kati Kati Tented Camp
The camp features ten spacious tents on ground level with en suite amenities and private porches overlooking the savannah. Ndutu Kati Kati is a mobile tent camp designed to have minimal impact on the environment.
Nyikani Migration Camp
This seasonal camp offers ten spacious, comfortable and eco-friendly tents with en suite amenities, a dining tent, and a lounge. Nyikani is perfectly positioned to provide easy access to wildlife viewing during the Great Migration.
Luxury
Lemala Ndutu Tented Camp
Lemala Ndutu is a seasonal safari camp offering twelve comfortable and spacious tents with en suite amenities and a dining area, positioning itself perfectly to provide easy access to wildlife viewing during the Great Migration.
andBeyond Serengeti Under Canvas
andBeyond’s Serengeti Under Canvas is a mobile safari camp offering an authentic safari experience in the heart of the wilderness. The camp features nine luxury tents with en suite amenities, a communal dining area, and makes it very easy for guests to explore the abundant wildlife and stunning landscapes of the surrounding area.
Sanctuary Kusini Camp
Sanctuary Kusini is located in a remote and unspoiled part of the park, offering breathtaking views of the plains and abundant wildlife. The camp features twelve spacious and comfortable tents with en suite amenities and a swimming pool.
West Serengeti
Midrange
Grumeti Migration Camp
Grumeti Camp is located in the Grumeti Reserve area of the Serengeti ecosystem. The camp offers comfortable tent accommodation and an authentic African bush experience with stunning views of the plains.
Mbugani Migration Camp
Mbugani offers an authentic safari experience with a range of amenities in their fifteen spacious tents, including en suite bathrooms, hot showers, and daily housekeeping services. The camp is set among the bushland and features a dining room and a fully-stocked bar.
Luxury
andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge
andBeyond’s Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge is situated on the banks of the Grumeti River with breathtaking views of the area. The lodge offers excellent game viewing opportunities, stylish accommodation, and exceptional service.
Singita Sasakwa Lodge
Singita Sasakwa is a luxurious retreat with a range of amenities and activities that showcase the area's wildlife and natural beauty. The lodge features elegant and comfortable cottages, as well as gourmet dining and a spa.
For more information on accommodation, check out our comprehensive guide to Serengeti safari lodges and camps.
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