Serengeti Bushtops is a high-end, permanent tented camp located on a hillside in the northern Serengeti.1 Its position provides stunning panoramic views of the sprawling plains and is especially well-known for being in close proximity to the Mara River, a key crossing point for the Great Migration.2 The camp is an ideal base for experiencing this world-famous wildlife spectacle, particularly from July to October.3
The camp consists of 12 spacious and luxurious tents, each featuring a private wooden deck with a sunken lounge and a hot tub.4 The tents are open on two sides, allowing for an immersive experience with the surrounding landscape.5 In addition to the private amenities, the camp offers a central lodge area with a lounge, a well-stocked bar with a wine wall, a swimming pool, and a library.6
Serengeti Bushtops offers a wide range of activities to complement its luxury amenities.7 Guests can embark on game drives in specially converted 4×4 vehicles, enjoy walking safaris, or opt for a hot air balloon safari for a unique perspective.8 The camp’s exceptional service, including a 24-hour private butler for each tent, and its commitment to providing a luxurious yet authentic bush experience are what set it apart.9
Lemala Nanyukie in the fabulous Eastern Serengeti exemplifies the outstanding comfort and service found across Lemala’s luxury properties. Meaning “endless plains” in Maasai, the Serengeti is a globally celebrated wilderness where Lemala Nanyukie is perfectly positioned a swift 60-minute drive east of Seronera Airstrip, offering breathtaking views from its savanna setting amidst ancient acacia trees and rocky kopjes. This vibrant region not only hosts the thrilling annual wildebeest migration but also boasts exceptional, year-round high-density game viewing, particularly of big cats, in an area once reserved for predator research. Consequently, Lemala Nanyukie welcomes guests all year, with all safari activities expertly led by highly knowledgeable guides.
Serengeti Sametu Camp is a high-end camp located on the eastern border of the Serengeti Plains, close to the Ngare Nanyukie River. This camp is designed to offer a comfortable and homely experience in the midst of nature, while also providing the chance to sleep and wake up to the natural sounds of the Serengeti Plains. It serves as a luxurious retreat in the midst of one of the world’s most untouched wilderness areas.
Tucked away in the serene western reaches of the Serengeti, Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge embodies the very essence of Elspeth Huxley’s quote: a place untouched and teeming with life. Here, mornings begin with a symphony of birdsong and playful monkeys, a prelude to unforgettable game drives across the golden plains. As day fades, the grunts of hippos by the lodge’s lake lull you to sleep, punctuated by the occasional, thrilling roar of a lion – a perfect harmony described by Huxley. This luxurious lodge offers a traditional safari experience, reaching its peak during the awe-inspiring Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebra brave the crocodile-infested Grumeti River in a spectacle of nature.
