Your Guide to Choosing the Perfect Serengeti Camping Experience
Welcome to Serengeti Camping
Experience the wild like never before
Not sure where to begin your adventure? Our detailed camping guide helps you choose the best accommodation, set a realistic budget, and understand what really matters on safari. From tent styles to park fees, Mlimwa’s insights ensure you're fully prepared.
1. Know Your Budget
Start by defining your budget. Serengeti camping ranges from affordable mobile camps to ultra-luxury tented lodges. Be realistic—remember to include park fees, transport, and tipping in your calculations. Mlimwa offers personalized quotes for each package, including pricing for different tent setups and activities.
2. Understand the Seasons
The best time to visit varies depending on what you want to see. The dry season (June to October) is great for spotting the Great Migration and big cats, while the green season (November to March) offers lush scenery and birdwatching. Mlimwa helps you pick the right season for your expectations.
3. Choose Your Camp Location and Types of Camps
The Serengeti is vast. Camps in the Central Serengeti (Seronera) are ideal year-round, while Northern and Western regions are more seasonal. Choose your camp based on wildlife movement and ease of access. Mlimwa provides detailed comparisons and images of each setting.
4. Decide What’s Important to You
Is a private bathroom a must? Do you want gourmet meals or are simple buffets okay? List your top 3 non-negotiables. This helps narrow your choices to camps that match your expectations and comfort level. Mlimwa can help match your priorities with available camp options.
5. Pick Your Style: Mobile or Permanent Camp
Mobile camps follow the migration and offer a wild, immersive experience—perfect for adventure lovers. Permanent camps offer amenities like solar power, hot showers, and dining tents, ideal for families or honeymooners.
6. Research Reviews and Recommendations
Don't rely solely on brochures. Read reviews on TripAdvisor or SafariBookings. You’ll find out about things like noisy generators, excellent guides, or unforgettable meals—details that make or break your trip.
7. Know the Logistics
How do you reach your camp? Some require small bush flights; others need hours of bumpy game drives. Know your arrival method and plan accordingly. It's part of the adventure but can affect your overall comfort and timing.
8. Ask About Inclusions
Some camps include full-board meals, daily game drives, and park fees, while others charge separately. Knowing what’s included helps avoid surprises. Always ask: “What exactly is covered in my rate?”
