Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp

Serengeti, Tanzania
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Overview

Located deep in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp is in the thick of the region’s tremendous wildlife action. Set in an emerald forest facing an oxbow lagoon of the Grumeti River – a favourite with playful hippos, as well as being the only place in the country where the thumbless, pied colobus monkey is found – the camp consists of only 10 double tents, making for intimate interaction with nature.

During the annual Great Migration, the camp is perfectly positioned to witness the intense drama when thousands of wildebeest, gazelles and zebras cross the Grumeti River, home to Africa’s largest and most powerful Nile crocodile. Beyond the Migration, Serengeti National Park is home to 35 species of plains game, including the Big 5, cheetahs and spotted hyenas, as well as raptors like Rüppell’s and African white-backed vultures. The camp’s hippo guests wallow in the lagoon and you will be able to hear their grunts and bellows from your bed or outdoor shower; you will also be able to get the classic ‘laughing hippo’ and ‘hippo surfacing with water weed’ photographs!

With family-friendly accommodation and secluded honeymoon suites, Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp is ideal for experienced safari hands or adventurous newcomers alike.

Highlights

  • On the Grumeti River, close to Migration points
  • Excellent year-round game viewing
  • Exceptional birdlife
  • Big 5 game drives & hot air ballooning
  • Hippos, Nile crocodiles & endemic pied colobus monkeys
  • Wi-Fi & swimming pool

Activities

  • Game drives
  • Night drives
  • Picnics
  • Bush dining
  • Bird watching
  • Photographic safaris
  • Private game-drives
  • Specialist guides
  • Hot air ballooning
Loved everything about this camp. Spacious accommodation, great location by the river, the hippos in the river, the staff.. And the list carries on & on!
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Rooms

Safari Tent

Ten spacious and comfortable suites with king-sized beds line the riverside, positioned 20m apart for privacy and to take advantage of the marvellous views. Palm-thatch roofs cover the colourfully-decorated canvas rooms that have large gauze windows to allow air and light in but keep insects at bay. Overhead fans keep you blissfully cool, and the en suite bathrooms feature enclosed outdoor showers and hairdryers. All rooms have ‘gym in a basket’, consisting of a yoga mat and free weights, for those who want a workout on their private verandah.

Facilities

A vibrant and playful décor theme runs through the lodge, where a large central building houses the lounge, dining and bar areas. Thatch, wood and stone are artfully blended to create a seamless transition from the outdoor wilderness to the comfortable interiors. The colourful and inviting lounge flows out onto a viewing deck overlooking the water where playful hippos frolic. The swimming pool alongside is the perfect spot for a refreshing dip during lazy afternoons watching the local wildlife passing by, and an amply-stocked gift shop provides you the chance to pick up a memento or two.

Dining

With an emphasis on wholesome and healthy fare, meals feature a variety of freshly-prepared delights, like fresh-fruit platters and piping hot waffles. From the ‘wake-up’ coffee service and pre-game drive breakfast buffet to exciting picnics out in the wild or light lunches on the terrace, every mealtime is a treat. Delicious African-inspired dinners are often cooked over an open fire or in special safari ovens, served alfresco below the stars or in the intimate boma area.

General facilities

  • Boma
  • Plunge pool
  • Wi-fi available
  • Children's Club
  • Laundry service
  • Bar
  • Swimming Pool

Rates

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Dates Board Price
2022-06-06 — 2022-08-31 Fully Inclusive Plus (Meals, Beverages & Extras) $2,050
2022-09-01 — 2022-12-20 Fully Inclusive Plus (Meals, Beverages & Extras) $1,080
2022-12-21 — 2023-01-10 Fully Inclusive Plus (Meals, Beverages & Extras) $2,050
2023-01-11 — 2023-03-31 Fully Inclusive Plus (Meals, Beverages & Extras) $1,135
2023-05-01 — 2023-05-15 Fully Inclusive Plus (Meals, Beverages & Extras) $1,135
2023-05-16 — 2023-08-31 Fully Inclusive Plus (Meals, Beverages & Extras) $2,150
2023-09-01 — 2023-12-20 Fully Inclusive Plus (Meals, Beverages & Extras) $1,135
2023-12-21 — 2024-01-10 Fully Inclusive Plus (Meals, Beverages & Extras) $2,150

Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently. Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

  • All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
  • Single supplements may apply.
  • Request a quote or speak to one of our African Safari Experts for the best, most current rates available.
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Traveller Reviews

Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp
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Pablo Harker

"Grumeti was very impressive. It was my favourite lodge from an aesthetic point of view. It had the most African vibe of all. We were lucky enough to be the only guests there our first night."
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Nicole Bossieux

Grumeti Tented Camp was probably our favourite: the staff was excellent - they made us feel at home and relaxed and didn't fuss over us or make us feel like we were being "served" (which we don't like). The camp was absolutely amazing: hippos and cro cs in the river just outside our tent, animals roaming the camp (elephants, impalas, baboons, velvet monkeys....) the food and accommodations were beyond what we ever expected... the pool (again, overlooking a raft of hippos) was a godsend. The safari drives were perfect: we were the only ones and, i think we saw 3 other cars during our entire stay at Grumeti. Getting there from Entebee was very convenient and painless. Honestly: if you can get word back to management regarding the staff that was at Grumeti while we were there: Mussa (manager) , John H (butler), Jackson (chef), Juma (housekeepr), Askari (i think that was his name? he was security) Yona (our ranger) and all the rest - they were exceptional and i will never forget my time with them.
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Sandra Gill

"Loved Grumeti Camp!"
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James Grant

WOW! What a trip! It was absolutely amazing and we can't thank you enough for all of your help! The service at all of these places was excellent: it was genuine and it seemed as though the people were very happy to have us as guests. The food at all of these places was first class! The safaris: unbelievable. On all of our safaris, we were lucky to have very experienced guides and we will always remember them. We saw and learned so much.
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John Rosenblum

Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp was outstanding. The 'tent' was very well designed, and we loved the outdoor shower. We were the only guests in an open vehicle. In addition to living with the hippos, we enjoyed seeing our first cheetah and cub, crocodi les, and colobus monkeys.
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John Kollar

"Grumeti River camp was the most adventurous and offered the most "Oh my gosh I am going to die" excitement."

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