Welcome to Serengeti
Serengeti North Wilderness Camp is a ‘seasonal’ camp located in the north of the Serengeti National Park in the Kogatende area, a short distance from the banks of the Mara River. Seasonal camps have the benefit of being able to move to some of the best game viewing areas of the park, and we work under strict guidelines with the camp being truly eco-friendly.
Comprising just ten spacious tents (including a 4-bed family tent), we provide comfortable beds and quality linen, with en suite flushing toilet and gravity shower. Lighting is by 12-volt (solar powered) with bedside lamps provided. The tents each have a shady verandah.
An airy, central dining tent complements our comfortable lounge tent which has a small reference library, maps, some games for children and a recharging facility for cameras and videos. Our safari chef will prepare sumptuous meals for your enjoyment. Evenings offer a typical safari campfire around which our guests enjoy sundowners and snacks, and relive the day’s experiences.
We provide a friendly, intimate quality tented bush camp, with good facilities in an amazing area, with due respect for this fragile ecosystem.
Location of Camp for 2024
Kogatende area, Woga 13 site
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AT A GLANCEWHEN TO GOACCOMMODATIONSAFARI EXPERIENCEACTIVITIESGETTING THEREOTHERBooking Terms & ConditionsAVAILABILITY
- Located close to the Mara River, in the Kogatende area of Northern Serengeti
- Migration generally comes through the between July to end October.
- 10 Spacious tents (including a 4-bed family tent).
- Easy access to famed river crossing points along the Mara River
- Fantastic resident game year round
- Easy access (20-30 mins drive) to the Kogatende airstrip
- Children over 6 years welcome
- Family and honeymooners catered for
- Balloon safaris optional
- Bush breakfast / lunches / sundowners available for small groups
- Fly-in safaris available for those short of time
This camp is only open during the peak migration period when the large wildebeest herds are specifically in the area – namely July to October. However, you may combine a few nights here with some nights in our central camp to get the best of the Serengeti.
Each of the ten spacious safari tents are comfortably furnished, with solar lighting, ensuite bathroom and a lovely shady verandah. An airy, central dining tent complements our comfortable lounge tent which has a small reference library, maps, some games for children and a recharging facility for cameras and videos.
Our safari chef will prepare sumptuous meals for your enjoyment. Evenings offer a typical safari campfire around which our guests enjoy sundowners and snacks, and relive the day’s experiences. We provide a friendly, intimate quality tented bush camp, with good facilities in an amazing area, with due respect for this fragile ecosystem.
This camp is small, offering traditional ‘under canvas’ accommodation with superb food, a relaxing atmosphere and great Tanzanian hospitality in one of the most beautiful places on earth!
We offer game drives in our specially modified safari vehicles. If you are short of time, our ‘fly-in safaris’ are a great option.
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. Weather permitting we will set up dinner under the stars. Dinner is served by waiters (platter to plate) – so you may sit back and enjoy our hospitality.
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.
Other activities in the area include
- Walking safaris
- Birding: very rewarding both around the camp and on game drives
- Balloon safari: enjoy a bird’s eye view as you gently float above the majestic Serengeti plains
Other safari highlights in the region include
Ngorongoro Crater, Olduvai Gorge, Ol Donyo Lengai active volcano and Lake Natron, and of course the Rift Valley, Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Parks
The camp is a 12-hour drive from Arusha. Fly from Arusha to Kogatende airstrip, about a 30-min game drive away from camp
- Daily flights with a multiple of airlines (am & pm) with connections to most Tanzanian tourism destinations (north and south, and islands), as well as neighbouring Kenya
- Charter flights
DRIVING TIMES
- Drive in from surrounding region/s (average time with stops)
- Arusha – we do not recommend driving from Arusha in one day
- Tarangire/Manyara – recommend Serengeti Central one night en route
- Ngorongoro – full day, we recommend Serengeti Central for one night en route
- Eyasi – recommend Serengeti Central for one night
- Natron – 6-7 hours
- Southern & Central Serengeti – full day
- 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
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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 close to the Mara River, in the Kogatende area of Northern Serengeti
- Migration generally comes through the between July to end October.
- Easy access to famed river crossing points along the Mara River
- Fantastic resident game year round
- Easy access (20-30 mins drive) to the Kogatende airstrip
- Children over 6 years welcome
- Family and honeymooners catered for
- Balloon safaris optional
- Bush breakfast / lunches / sundowners available for small groups
- Fly-in safaris available for those short of time
WHEN TO GO
ACCOMMODATION
SAFARI EXPERIENCE
ACTIVITIES
GETTING THERE
OTHER
AVAILABILITY
10 Spacious Tents
En-Suite bush shower
Wireless available
Large central dining area
Recharging facilities
Leisure & corporate groups
Children & families
“We visited the northern part of Serengeti last year and stayed at the Serengeti North Wilderness Camp for two memorable nights at that time. We decided to stay a little longer this time, for three nights, and once more were regaled from the moment of our arrival. This is a non-permanent camp, so we were not at the same place as last year. The service was excellent, and, despite the difficulty of supplying such a remote location, the food was very good. Try to be here in July or August, to witness the wildebeest migration, as we did.”
“This place is fantastic. We got to stay in semi luxury tents, including private bathroom and toilet facilities (our favourite as we could have complete privacy and still lie in bed listening to nature all around us) but we also got to enjoy the “glamping” experience. A large king sized bed, private toilet and bathroom, and plenty of personal space. We got to enjoy all the home comforts, whilst also experiencing the best that nature could provide. This is a mobile camp, so the exact location changes year to year, but they are always positioned in prime position for animal viewings. The staff, including the Askari, are all fantastic. Loads of fun, and really willing to interact and share with the guests. Nothing is too much trouble, and they really make each person feel at home, whilst still feeling special.”
“Wow, what a beautiful setting, we stayed for 2 nights, and then had 3 nights at Serengeti North Wilderness camp. The tents are discreetly placed away from your neighbour, to allow for sufficient privacy and are gloriously decked out, with very comfortable Kingsize bed, headboard with reading lamps, a solar torch, and a whistle should you need to blow the alarm, plenty of bottled water in your room, as well as extra blankets and pillows should you need, a small hanging cupboard takes care of the gamedrive warm clothes.”
“If you like to awake in your comfortable king sized bed with hot shower, flushing toilet and most of the creature comforts of home and listen to the lions, elephants, hyenas and water buffalo whilst your morning tea / coffee is delivered to your tent this place is for you. The tent is, as my wife pointed out, bigger and more comfortable than some hotel rooms we have stayed in and the bed certainly was”
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