Classic Camping

Highlights

• Classic camp locations always reflect where the best seasonal game is.
• A real bush experience without compromising on comfort.
• Classic camps are always small and offer a real personal service.
• Private sites are used.

Viewpoints

The tented lodge in the Serengeti was the highlight - the chef, Godfrey, was first class.
J Davies

Camping in the Serengeti was the highlight of the trip for all of us, truly magical - and yes we had the sounds of the bush at night with a hyeana outside my tent and lion roaring nearby!
Pat Price

This was really good fun! Tents were great with all the home comforts you could want, the staff were friendly and helpful and really made us feel at home.
Tara Whitehorn

The most luxurious camping we've ever done!
Becky Boret

The guides made the safari. Great knowledge of animals and their habits. Astonishing eyesight.
Richard Coe

This is the best way to get out into Africa and really feel the thrill of the wild. With only canvas between you and the wilderness, you get the smells and sounds of Africa through the night. Yet this is luxury camping, so not an uncomfortable or cheap option. The logistics behind such a camp set up are complicated and expensive, so this is one of the more costly accommodation options you can choose. In my view, it's really worth it in certain places.
Amanda Marks, Tribes Director

Situation

Classic camps are set up in the Ngorongoro Conservation area, Serengeti National Park and Tarangire National Park. The private camp sites are strategically situated to shadow seasonal game migrations, while affording, where possible, splendid views of the surrounding countryside.

Activities

Game drives; bush walks (in some places); sundowners; bush meals.

Facilities

The tents are spacious and are tastefully furnished with full sized beds, a large front verandah and a rear en suite bathroom that has a shower, toilet, hand wash basin.

Child policy

Not advised for young children due to the proximity of wild animals.

Open

The classic camps are moved with the seasons and closed April - May during the rains.

Meals

Full board

Best times to go

Tanzania's main rainy season runs from April until the beginning of June. There is also a short rainy season in November.

View Tanzania climate chart

Included

Game viewing activities.