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Ndutu Wilderness Camp is an intimate tented camp set in the Ndutu area of the Serengeti eco-system from December to March, coinciding with calving season. Nestled under shady trees on a private site, the camp comprises ten spacious tents (including a 4-bed family tent), featuring solar lighting and en-suite facilities.
Renowned for its warm service and homely food, meals are often served al fresco under starry African skies.
The central lounge/ bar area is a great place to catch up with fellow guests, with a camp fire completing that close to nature safari ambience.
You’ll spot plenty of predators here: lion, cheetah, leopard, serval, African wildcat, caracal as well as striped and spotted hyena. The diverse eco-systems in this area, from woodlands, to plains and soda lakes, make it a unique place for bird watching. This is the perfect place to be to witness the annual wildebeest calving spectacle.
Location of Camp for 2023
Hugo Memorial site Ndutu
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AT A GLANCEWHEN TO GOACCOMMODATIONSAFARI EXPERIENCEACTIVITIESGETTING THEREOTHERBOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONSAVAILABILITY
- Located in the Ndutu area (NCAA) of the Serengeti eco-system
- 10 intimate tents (including a 4-bed family tent) – well spaced out
- Open between December and March
- Typically (Dec/March) calving season of the wildebeest which takes place in the short grassy plains surrounding the camp
- Abundance of predators
- Easy access : 6 hour drive from Arusha or 20-30 mins transfer from Ndutu airstrip
- Children over 6 years welcome
- Family and honeymooners catered for
- Balloon safaris optional
- Fly-in safaris available for those short of time
This camp is in Ndutu area seasonally, i.e. between December and March annually, and can be booked in conjunction with a stay in Serengeti Wilderness Camp (central) or a safari to nearby Ngorongoro/Tarangire or Lake Manyara.
Each of the ten spacious safari tents are comfortably furnished, with solar lighting, en-suite bathroom and a lovely shady verandah. An airy, central dining tent complements our comfortable lounge tent which has a small reference library, maps, games for children and a recharging facility for cameras and videos.
Evenings offer a typical safari campfire around which our guests enjoy sundowners and snacks, and relive the day’s experiences. We are renowned for superb food freshly prepared for your enjoyment by our safari chef.
This intimate camp offers traditional ‘under canvas’ bush camp accommodation, great Tanzanian hospitality, outstanding food, and a
relaxing atmosphere in one of the most beautiful places on earth – all with due respect for the fragile ecosystem.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, with the option of enjoying a tasty picnic lunch if you plan a full day out on safari. Our safari chefs prepare delicious meals, using fresh ingredients available seasonally. Dinner is served by waiters (platter to plate) – so you may sit back and enjoy our hospitality. Weather permitting we will set up dinner under the stars.
There is a good selection of wines and spirits available to enjoy with your meal.
Your safari guide is welcome to join you for dinner in the evenings to be able to interact about the day’s events and to round off a perfect day!
If you would like an intimate dining experience, speak to the camp manager on arrival, so he can set up a private table.
- Game drives
- Balloon safaris
- Walking safaris – multi day
- Close to Ngorongoro Crater & Olduvai Gorge
A note on Walking safaris:
We have designed some fantastic multiple day walking safaris in the Ngorongoro Conservation area, partially backed up by vehicle and/or donkeys. These safaris take you from the plains of the Ndutu region, up to the highlands of Ngorongoro and Empakaai.
For those very adventurous souls we can organise a hike up Ol Donyo Lengai (only for seasoned hikers), and enjoy nearby Lake Natron.
6-hour drive from Arusha
Direct internal fights from Kilimanjaro/Arusha to Ndutu airstrip, about a 10 minute drive from camp
Daily flights with numerours airlines (am & pm) with connections to most Tanzanian tourism destinations (north and south, and islands) as well as neighbouring KenyaCharter flights
DRIVING TIMES
- Drive in from surrounding region/s (average time with stops)
- Arusha – 6 hours
- Tarangire/Manyara – 4-5 hours
- Ngorongoro – 2-3 hours
- Eyasi – 3-4 hours
- Central Serengeti – 2-3 hours
- Western Serengeti – 5-6 hours
NOTE:
Luggage restriction on flights is 15kg / 33 lbs in soft bags
- Explorer Mobile safaris – private mobile camp – great for small groups and families
- Combine with other regions staying at similar camps & lodges in central Serengeti, Tarangire, Manyara, Ngorongoro, Natron, Eyasi in the north.
- South & West Tanzania regions of Selous, Ruaha, Gombe, Mahale, Katavi, Dar & Zanzibar.
- Fly in safaris optional throughout the country / region
RATES
All rates are quoted in USD.
TANAPA & NCAA camp fees are shown separately and must be paid in full with the accommodation.
Prices are subject to change without notice, if beyond our control
BOOKING PROCESS
For Serengeti accommodation bookings only please deal directly with our Tanzania office – email: info@tanzaniawildernesscamps.com, or you may book direct with Head Office and your dedicated consultant – reservations@wildfrontiers.com
All bookings must be made in writing.
Booking request made up to 42 days prior to guest arrival. A provisional booking/enquiry, will be held for up to five working days without penalty unless it is within 20 days of date of travel.
A non-refundable deposit of 20% is required to confirm the booking.
Full payment is due 41 days prior to guests’ arrival.
Bookings/requests made within 41 — 1 days of guests’ arrival.
A provisional booking, or option, will be held for 2 working days. Upon confirmation, full payment is required.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations and amendments must be in writing. If a booking is cancelled or amended, the following fees will apply.
Amendment of booking DATE OF TRAVEL to alternative date prior to 91 days before arrival. You will be able to move your booking without losing your deposit – it will be moved over to the amended date.
90–42 days — 20% of rate will be retained/charged
41–30 days — 40% of rate will be retained/charged
29–16 days — 65% of rate will be retained/charged
15–0 days & no shows — 100% of rate will be retained/charged
PAYMENT POLICY
Upon confirmation of booking, an invoice will be presented
with payment details.
TOUR LEADER POLICY
Tour Leaders will be charged according to the group size as below at any of our camps.
8—13 full paying pax USD 110 per tour leader (sharing) plus camp fees.
14 pax upwards FOC accommodation and meals, camp fees are payable. If available, a single tent will be booked.
TANZANIA RESIDENT RATES
Any guest who is a Tanzania Resident, or Citizen, will be charged 50% of the published RACK rates, and the applicable camp fees, nett, for accommodation services only. Safari and sundries pricing remain per published above, i.e. no further discount.CHILD
POLICY
Children under the age of six years are not permitted to stay at the camp for safety reasons.
SPECIAL OPERATOR REQUESTS
Please enquire for educational rates, it will depend on season and business provided, but we do encourage agents to visit our camp and offer educationals and discounts accordingly.
MEALS AND SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
Please note that any special dietary requests MUST be advised at the time of booking.
CHANGES IN RATES
Addgold Safaris, trading as Serengeti Wilderness Camps, reserve the right to amend rates, terms and conditions, at any time if circumstances require this. In the event of any change to taxes, levies, camp/park fees and any other fees beyond their control, Addgold Safaris reserves the right to pass on such increases to the Operator/Client.
LIABILITY
Wild Frontiers (Pty) Ltd and Addgold Safaris Ltd – trading as Serengeti Wilderness Camp/s, will not accept responsibility for any incident of any nature involving any client, or staff member of any tour company, when at their camp, or travelling to or from the camp.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Addgold Safaris confirm that they will not use any information gathered from Operators regarding their guests staying at the camps.
Operators confirm that the rates presented in this document will be kept confidential and not shared with any third party.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
All guests are expected to have personal travel insurance in case of emergency evacuation.
Room Availability
AT A GLANCE
- Located in the Ndutu area (NCAA) of the Serengeti eco-system
- 12 intimate tents – well spaced out
- Open between December and March
- Typically (Dec/March) calving season of the wildebeest which takes place in the short grassy plains surrounding the camp
- Abundance of predators
- Easy access : 6 hour drive from Arusha or 20-30 mins transfer from Ndutu airstrip
- Children over 6 years welcome
- Family and honeymooners catered for
- Balloon safaris optional
- Fly-in safaris available for those short of time
WHEN TO GO
ACCOMMODATION
SAFARI EXPERIENCE
ACTIVITIES
GETTING THERE
OTHER
2018 RATES
AVAILABILITY
12 Spacious Tents
En-suite bush shower
No Wireless
Large central dining area
Recharging Facilities
Leisure & corporate groups
Children & Families
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