Ranger Safaris

With our deep roots in Tanzania, we have developed excellent relationships with park authorities in places like Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and Tarangire and in the less visited areas like Mount Meru, Lake Natron and Lake Eyasi. As a result, we have access to some of the most picturesque private camp sites available. This means that camping among the migrating wildebeest or close to unique tribal communities is very possible, if planned in advance.

The Best Team

The team is an essential part of the experience and is highly-skilled to ensure every element of the stay is taken care of. Each camp includes a full complement of staff, from ground crew who build and dismantle camp, to waiters and chefs, who ensure it is run efficiently, that meals are delicious, drinks always cold and bush showers piping-hot. After every safari, guests ask us how, in the middle of the bush, such tasty meals are prepared… well, that is the chef’s secret!

The Stylish Camp

The secret to a great camping safari is the location. Before guests arrive, our crew build the private camp to suit the group, be this on the edge of a vlei, forest or river. The site will include guest tents, a dining tent and an area for the crew. When guests depart, the crew dismantle everything and leave the area as if no one had been there. Small pop-up tents, bedrolls and heated baked beans do not feature on our safaris! Instead they are noted for their comfort, style, romantic ambience and gourmet cuisine.

Luxury Mobile Tents

Creating the most comfortable environment away from a luxury lodge, our tents are made from heavy-duty canvas, have ample space to walk around in, are bug-proof and waterproof and are safe from all wildlife. One great feature is that all window and door covers can be rolled up to reveal massive gauze openings that enhance the views. The beds are solid and extremely comfortable, with a thick mattress, sheets, blankets and pillows. To the rear of each tent, is an en-suite bathroom, which includes a hot-water shower and a comfortable ‘bush’ toilet. To the front is a large covered verandah area with table and chairs.

Guide, Vehicle and Activities

Camping guides are carefully selected from our most senior guides. Along with their wide knowledge of wildlife, flora and fauna, they also bring a unique perspective of life in Africa and in the bush. In fact, guests often tell us their most favourite part of a camping safari was spending time around the fire listening to the stories and adventures of their guide. Travel is by specially adapted 4x4 vehicles, with maximum comfort and large roof-hatches for game-viewing. Activities are dependent on local conditions and game movements. Whether this means travelling a mile from camp to a lion kill, or spending a whole day away with a picnic lunch, in search of a rare bird, the days are as flexible as guests require them to be. Mornings may focus on tracking a nocturnal visitor to camp, while the late afternoon may be spent bird-watching, perhaps with a midday siesta in the shade of a tree.

A Taste of Tented Adventure

TOUR CODE RS2801

For those seeking a spectacular safari full of variety, these three trips include retreats in Africa’s Rift Valley, a private mobile camp in Serengeti and a traditional lodge on the edge of Ngorongoro Crater. This is a great combination that will bring you close to Tanzania’s incredibly diverse flora, fauna and culture.

Safari Routing - Based on itinerary B.

01 Depart Arusha early afternoon and drive to Lake Manyara.

02 Morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park. In the afternoon, there will be a delicious village lunch and excursion to Mto Wa Mbu.

03 Morning drive to Serengeti. Lunch, followed by three days of morning and afternoon game drives from your private tented camp.

06 Game drive via Olduvai Gorge to Ngorongoro with a picnic lunch en route.

07 Game-viewing in the Crater with lunch at the lodge. Afternoon Maasai village visit or nature walk.

08 Morning depart to Arusha and transfer for your onward travel arrangements.

Great Plains Tented Safari

TOUR CODE RS2802

Great Plains is predominantly a luxury mobile tented safari that visits the main wildlife areas across northern Tanzania. Departing Arusha with a private guide and 4x4 vehicle, this safari is extremely flexible, according to the guests’ personal tastes, though the main focus is on close contact with wildlife and an in-depth look into the country’s wonderful cultural elements.

Safari Routing

01 Depart Arusha early afternoon and drive to Tarangire. Afternoon game-viewing en route to the private mobile tented camp.

02 Morning and afternoon game drives.

03 Morning departure to Lake Manyara,lunch and an afternoon game drive.

04 Morning visit to Mto wa Mbu Village and continue to Ngorongoro with a picnic lunch. En route, enjoy an afternoon hike of Olmoti Crater.

05 Game-viewing in the Crater with lunch at the lodge. Afternoon Maasai village visit.

06 Drive via Olduvai Gorge to Serengeti. Lunch at the private tented camp, followed by three days of morning and afternoon game drives.

09 Morning flight to Arusha and transfer for your onward arrangements.

The Ultimate Tented Experience

TOUR CODE RS2901

This tented adventure takes guests to camps among the wilds of northern Tanzania with just a few nights in a ‘proper’ lodge en route. It also offers the opportunity of spending time by Lake Eyasi and being able to mingle and perhaps traditionally hunt with some of Tanzania’s most interesting tribes, the Mangati and Hadzape. The finale is spending three nights in Serengeti, exploring by day and listening to camp stories and bush noises around the camp fire at night.

Safari Routing

01 Depart Arusha early afternoon and drive to Tarangire with game-viewing en route.

02 Morning and afternoon game drives.

03 Morning departure to Lake Manyara, lunch and afternoon game drive.

04 Morning visit to Mto wa Mbu Village. Continue to Lake Eyasi for lunch and an afternoon scenic
walk around the lake shore to view its abundant birdlife.

05 Spend the day exploring Lake Eyasi, walking with the Hadzape hunter-gatherers and the Mangati
people and gaining an insight into these two fascinating tribes.

06 Morning visit to Gibb’s Farm and Iraqw Centre. After lunch, depart for Ngorongoro Crater.

07 Game-viewing in the Crater with lunch at the lodge. Afternoon nature walk.

08 Drive via Olduvai Gorge to Serengeti. Lunch, followed by three days filled with morning and afternoon game drives.

11 Morning flight to Arusha and transfer for onward arrangements.