Mwagusi Safari Camp:  a unique and comfortable tented safari experience. Almost all of the camp is built from natural materials such as grass thatch, timber, drift wood, stones and reeds, allowing the camp to be in perfect balance and harmony with its surroundings, located inside the park.

Each “banda” (meaning ‘temporary shelter’) consists of a large spacious tent sheltered by a cooling thatch roof and set on a polished red floor. Each banda has en-suite facilities with flushing toilet, an unlimited supply of hot water, shower, sink, shelving, a large mirror and good night-time lighting. Built using stones, driftwood and bones the bathroom is an area of interesting, unique and original design. Thick comfortable towels and locally produced clove soap are provided.

An efficient same-day laundry service that is free of charge is offered. The tented living area includes dressing table and mirror, trunk for storage, comfortable beds with high-density mattresses, safari style chairs and bedside tables for night-time reading. All the “bandas” are built into the sandy banks of the Mwagusi River providing their own private and secluded view. Each has large covered verandah, with a comfortable cushioned seating area and swinging hammock, making this the perfect place to relax and view the passing wildlife

Ruaha River Lodge: located inside the park & consisting of 24 stone chalets stretching along the river bank with stunning views from a large veranda out the front, while the huge interiors feature a sitting area, writing desk and either twin or double beds. At the rear of each chalet is a large bathroom decorated with found timber, a shower and double basins.

The first dining area is a long banda by the side of the river. Breakfast is the perfect time to watch the game meander down for a drink, while evenings can be spent around the fire pit, looking down the river, or curled up in one of the sofas with a drink and a book.

The second area is imperiously-positioned atop the largest kopje in the area, situated on a bend, and enjoys commanding views down two sections of the river. This is surely the best sundowner spot in Ruaha.

Ruaha Hilltop Lodge is located outside the park & its 20 kms from the gate & takes 30 minutes.

Ruaha hilltop Lodge is built on a hill with a wonderful panoramic view.
There are many types of different birds, wild flowers, butterflies and trees that can be seen nearby.
You are most welcome at Ruaha Hilltop Lodge for quality affordable accommodation & safari.

The self-contained cottages are very comfortable and private, each with its own balcony with a beautiful view. Our water is heated by solar power. We have 24 hours electricity, solar powered as well.

The reception, dining room and bar are all under one roof, with a gallery to enjoy the spectacular African sunrise and sunset.

Our experienced chefs provide both continental and Tanzanian cuisine, using fresh products from the local area. The bar is well stocked and we also serve fresh juice and bake our own bread.

Ruaha Sunset Lodge: located outside the park  nestled in Idelemle mountains only 16 km away from the park boarder boasts of its tranquility and hospitality. The 11 self-contained chalets overlook a vast expanse and offer comfort, relaxation and a wonderful nature experience. The rooms are overlooking a vast tropical huge lawn of indigenous trees to the horizon, with a magnificent view of the sunset and a rewarding view of animals.

All the structures are styled after an African village concept with African ambiance. Great care has been taken to ensure

Vuma Hill Tented Camp: 16 tents comfortable furnished comfortable & specious room with old fashioned colonial décor with en suite bathroom facilities & shaded wooden veranda at the front. Sleeping under canvas at Vuma is a far cry from the discomfort usually associated with camps. Complete at the back there is not much more to be asked for.
There is ramped access to the main areas, swimming pool.

Mikumi Safari Lodge: 8 cottages with a raised balcony offering stunning views, integrated to the environment with total privacy, each fitted with warm and cold shower in a specious bathroom.
It is powered by solar with a standby generator for limited times.
Restaurant offers both Tanzanian and international meals made fresh from local products.
The bar offers a wide range of wines, spirits and soft drinks.

Camp Bastian: located outside the park & consists of 6 cottages and a camp site which has a private verandah and is decorated with locally made furniture and fabrics in order to keep an authentic atmosphere in the rooms.

The camp en-suite cottages, en-suite superior chalet, 3 en-suite bedroom family cottages, budget cottage room & camping.

The cottages can be configured as single, double, triple, quadruple or as a family from 5-8 people

The cottages and the campsite are all located within the unique and natural settings of Camp Bastian, so no matter which type of accommodation you choose, you will wake up listening to uninterrupted sounds of beetles, crickets and birds.

Enjoy local Tanzanian fresh food as the vegetable are grown in own garden.

The bar offers a wide range of wines, spirits and soft drinks.

Mikumi Wildlife Camp:  located in the heart of Mikumi National Park and within a few hundred metres of the main entrance gate.

The camp has 9 en-suite bandas, each of them  is large and well ventilated with large verandas. All bandas can accommodate four people, in two separate rooms, making it convenient and friendly for families.

The bandas, as well as the lounge, dinning-area and bar, overlook the well-attended waterholes in front of the camp.

The open-air restaurant looks out over these plains and give you the most wonderful panoramic views. And the bar is a wonderful place to sit and watch the sunset.

Small swimming pool available in the camp.

Numerous animals are seen regularly in close vicinity of the camp

It is supplied by generator, which runs from 0600 hrs – 0900 hrs, lunchtime, 1800 hrs- 2000 hrs

Its Tanzania smallest park with area of 52 sq km, located on shores of Lake Tanganyika.

Gombe stream offers visitors the rare chance to observe the chimpanzee communities made by famous British explorer Dr Jane Goodall. Numbers of monkeys can also be seen red colobus, red-tailed and blue monkeys.

The area is heavily forested making it an unsuitable habitat for carnivore and safe for walking safari.

Birdwatchers will be richly rewarded as Gombe has 200 odd bird species range from the Iconic Fish Eagle to Jewel like Peters twin spots.

Dry Season in Gombe:

June – Mid November: Best time for game viewing:

December – February: Humid & Hot: Good time for game viewing.

Rainy Season in Gombe:

Mid November – Mid December: Short Rain :Wonderful for birdlife and lush scenery

April – May: heavy rain: Wonderful for birdlife and lush scenery.

Most of the lodges are usually closed from April to May.

Getting to Gombe:

Boat : 2-4 hours from Kigoma

Flight: 2 hour flight from Dar es salaam

Suggested Itineraries for Gombe : Minimum 4 Days/ 3 Nights Safari: Check for Itineraries