10 Best Luxury Safari Lodges & Camps in Serengeti 2027-2028
The focus of most safaris in northern Tanzania, Serengeti National Park is celebrated as the arena for the world’s greatest wildebeest migration. Even away from this iconic river crossing spectacle, the Serengeti’s absolute density of animals makes for incredible wildlife viewing throughout the year. The southern plains near Seronera are the most popular, but it’s also worth exploring the Western Corridor and Mara River regions. Serengeti features some of the top safari lodges and camps in all of Africa, from the private-concession manors, famous resort lodges, 1920s explorer tented camps and mobile camps that pack up and follow the herds. Serengeti’s immense landscape is simply stunning. This big-sky, untamed wilderness is renowned for its grassland plains punctuated with rocky outcrops (koppies) in the southeast.
In this guide we have listed the top 10 best luxury safari lodges and camps in the Serengeti for 2027 and 2028 across Tanzania’s safari park’s, the private Grumeti concession in the west, the central Seronera region, the northern Kogatende and Mara River country, and the southern Ndutu and Mwiba short-grass plains. This guide covers every style of Serengeti accommodations from permanent Serengeti luxury lodges, luxury tented camps and Serengeti mobile migration camps so you can match the experience to your Tanzania holiday trip. For a more detailed safari package to Serengeti, pricing and ready-made itineraries, see listed Serengeti safari packages, and for the wildebeest migration tours, our Serengeti Great Migration safari guide; and for a country-wide view, our best luxury safari lodges in Tanzania guide.
Best Accommodations In Serengeti
Each of the following luxury lodges in Serengeti National Park is rated across five criteria: location & wildlife access – which Serengeti location it sits in, the wildlife density and proximity to the river crossings, accommodation size, design and comfort of the suites, rooms or tents, service & cuisine, who the lodge best suites – is it best for couples, families, photographers or first-timers and value for money. These are not the cheapest Serengeti hotel options — for the budget Serengeti lodges, see our affordable Tanzania safari lodges guide. The following are the best luxury lodges found in Serengeti, tier by tier and location by location, for travellers who wish to enjoy a luxury tour in the Serengeti.
Lemala Ewanjan Camp
Are you seeking a classic, diverse safari experience? Lemala Ewanjan is located in the bustling Seronera area attracting abundant wildlife – big game, elegant antelopes, majestic birds; discover it all at this warm-hearted camp. Private plunge pools included.
Secluded and intimate tented camp in the game-rich Seronera Valley. If you are looking for adventure and seclusion, then this luxury accommodation in Serengeti is the perfect match for you. Visit the vast plains of Serengeti National Park and come face to face with incredible creatures in their natural habitat. Learn and understand the life of the locals and explore all the beauty that this magnificent place has to offer. This luxury safari camp in Serengeti has twelve spacious tents with en-suite bathrooms perfect for relaxing in after a long day of being out on safari. Look out over the beautiful views on your personal outside deck, watch as the animals live their days in the wild and listen to the music of the birds as you wake up. In every tent, there are two queen-size beds that have fluffy duvets to encase you during the rather chilly African nights. There will be no lack of luxury within the depths of the Serengeti, with a large safari-style shower that has plenty of running water for all the party. The chicly designed canvas tent with strong wooden flooring and solar lighting will have you living in a rustic style. Enjoy refreshing beverages out on one of your private loungers before starting the day.
Mbali Mbali Soroi Serengeti Lodge
If you are seeking a perfect Serengeti family safari: don’t look any further. At Mbali Mbali Soroi Serengeti Lodge the staff will do everything possible to give the whole family -including your youngest- a heart-warming and unforgettable impression of Africa.
This luxury Serengeti hotel is set high on a natural plateau with endless views of the Musabi Plains. A magical experience is awaiting you at Mbali Mbali Soroi Serengeti Lodge. Live amongst wildlife in their natural setting whilst never losing out on luxury. Learn about African culture through the mouth-watering cuisine and invigorating game drives. Enjoy privacy in one of the tented villas where you will relax and prepare for the adventures ahead. This luxury lodge has twenty private safari rooms which are equipped with private verandas so you can enjoy Serengeti National Park from the comfort of your own tent. They have built all the tents upon raised platforms so that animals can wander through the encampment with little hindrance. The thatched roofs help to keep the tents cool, and you will have access to en-suite bathrooms to get you ready for another day of adventure. Each tent is designed with natural styling so as not to pull away from the beauty of the landscape. Each bed has a canopy over it of mosquito netting to protect from little creatures as you sleep. If you are looking for a tent with a little more romance, the five luxury safari rooms boast a king size bed, and the verandah having an outdoor bath and shower.
Sanctuary Kusini Camp
If your idea of a safari getaway is to get away from it all, including fellow travelers, then Sanctuary Kusini is the ideal place. A small camp, with dedicated staff, and seclusion from the bustle of other areas, you’ll enjoy the peace and quiet of this home away from home.
This is the only permanent luxury camp in the Serengeti’s remote south. The Serengeti is a beautiful and bountiful area that is home to herds, predators and the remarkable Sanctuary Kusini. Experience the plains like no other, and get the chance to help with the cheetah conservation within the area. Once you’ve enjoyed soaking up the sun, relax and unwind in your open-plan tent before the next adventure begins. This Serengeti safari lodge features twelve open-plan en-suite tents at the Sanctuary Kusini, you will be shaded from the sun by the trees of the Serengeti and each tent extremely spacious. Amongst the woodland, every tent has beautiful views of the bush, allowing for daily game viewing at every angle. You will be safe from mosquitos with the tents featuring netting, plus enjoy normal amenities from hairdryers to an in-room safe. Each tent has a large private wooden veranda that has comfortable furnishings so that you can view the plains. Sit back and relax whilst you see zebras, buffalo and lions roam around the plains.
&Beyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge
Sleeping under canvas is a genuinely calming experience: the sounds of nature trickle right into your ear. And upon opening your canvas to stunning views, you will immediately slip into a relaxed pace of life at this camp in this remote corner of the Serengeti.
The rustic yet lavish safari suites at Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge are tucked into the shade of an evergreen forest on the banks of a tributary of the Grumeti river. The ideal spot to explore the exclusive – and bustling with wildlife – Grumeti Private Game Reserve. Set in the remote Western Serengeti on a by-water of the Grumeti River, known for its dramatic wildebeest crossings and enormous Nile crocodiles. Tucked into a strip of riverine forest in the exclusive Grumeti Game Reserve, you can thrill to the antics of the spectacular pied colobus monkeys, found nowhere else in the Serengeti. &Beyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge is a lavish, well-designed permanent camp by the Grumeti river where you can see an abundance of wildlife right from your own viewing deck. There’s a dreamy in-camp swimming pool overlooking the river where hippos playfully displaying their affection toward their youngling. You may even catch a crocodile slowly moving towards a deer that’s drinking from the river. This is amongst the best luxury safari camps & lodges in the Serengeti.
Singita Mara River Tented Camp
From one of just six (!) luxury tents at Singita Mara River Camp, you will find yourself overlooking the illustrious Mara River, and perhaps some of its resident wildlife. In the distance grazing zebras, right behind you your beautiful, luxurious tented suite.
Perfect luxury in a remote corner of the Serengeti with endless views on the iconic Mara River. The impeccable canvassed-suites at the charming Singita Mara River Tented Camp breath luxury and an Afro-Bohemian chic design. Treat yourself to this holistic Serengeti safari experience. Looking for the top Serengeti camps & lodges? This lavish camp comprises ten extremely spacious safari tents, each with a double bed and en suite bathroom. Two of these, known as the family tents, comprise two tents joined by a short covered walkway with a shared deck. Each tent faces the majestic Mara River with an inside and outside rain shower. These gorgeous tents offer the impeccable quality you would expect from a ‘Singita’ property. All tents are equipped with standing fan, minibar, tea/coffee station, safe, bathroom amenities and game-viewing deck. A warm shower early in the morning before a game drive and an inviting bathtub outside so you can sit and watch the animals along the Mara River. Hot water bottles make your bed toasty warm in the cool night and the sound of the Wildebeest’s mooing lulling you to sleep.
Serengeti Bushtops Camp
Incredible views, resting under tented canvas, full day explorations – just a few perks of a stay at Serengeti Bushtops Camp. Looking for a homely and pure safari destination? Bushtops Camp is your perfect Serengeti National Park safari destination.
A relaxing and adventurous retreat within the extraordinary Serengeti plains. Experience Africa at its finest through safari, learning new skills all under the alluring African sky. Witness the Great Migration where animals fight against the Mara River for greener pastures. Relax and be pampered by the treats that Serengeti Bushtops has for you before waking up for your next adventure. Listed amongst the recommended Serengeti safari camps & lodges is this camp – designed to blend into its surroundings, the entire camp is under canvas with private pathways from shared spaces that lead to luxury tents that provide your own secluded haven of privacy and beauty. With twelve spacious and uniquely designed tents, they provide comfort for all. The privacy of your tent is complemented by the spaces that you can share with fellow guests to relax. Within the heart of the camp is the reception with a shop and the open-sided mess tent with lounge. Enjoy all the joys of the bar, library and wine wall as you see nature at its finest. Savour each bite of your meal as you share stories of your safari adventures with fellow guests. Wind down, read, chat, snooze or settle yourself by the cool outdoor pool with views across the Serengeti landscape.
Singita Faru Faru Lodge
Jaw-dropping design, pure luxury, modern decorated suites, gourmet food; Singita Faru Faru Lodge is where you come for de-stressing and around-the-clock pampering, plus the best wildlife viewing in Tanzania’s spectacular Grumeti Game Reserve.
Singita Faru Faru Lodge is pure luxury, suites are out of this world, top-notch service, Michelin-level dining and an incredible Serengeti safari experience. Bush walks, off-road game driving and night drives; it’s all permitted at this private reserve. Informal, unconventional and surprising at every turn, Singita Faru Faru Lodge is a mix of contemporary, organic style and the quirky practicality of a traditional botanist’s camp. The intimate property offers a sense of exclusivity, welcoming, unparalleled service across the board and exquisite food that you would expect at a top-end restaurant. With two swimming pools, spa & gym facilities and a boutique & gallery, this exquisite property has plenty to offer besides an amazing Serengeti safari experience. The heart of the property is centred around the restaurant/pool area where you can eat or sip wine while relaxing, all while seeing various animals at the watering hole. The nine stone, canvas and thatched suites have the air of a classic safari camp, yet the interiors offer the ultimate in contemporary chic with panoramic glass windows, mirrored room dividers and claw-foot baths. The one-bedroom suites feature en-suite bathrooms with an inside bath and outside shower. Each suite has air-conditioning, overhead fans, minibar and fridge, tea/coffee station, digital safe, hairdryer, bathroom amenities, direct dial telephone and small game-viewing deck. The family room comprise two rooms which are separated by a small passage, each with own entrance (the rooms share an outside deck area). The exclusive two-bedroom suite boasts river views. Both suites have an inside bath and an outside shower and their own private plunge pool.
Singita Sabora Tented Camp
Are you looking a sense of safari adventure where the modern world feels thousands of miles away in a ‘vintage’ setting? Set off to beautiful Singita Sabora Tented Camp in Grumeti Game Reserve and create safari memories that will last a lifetime.
Head back in time with this 1920s inspired luxury safari lodge, where they mix the elegance of the explorer camps of the past with modern luxuries. Experience the Serengeti in an unique way as your trip is tailored to your wants and needs. Enjoy privacy within your tented suites, or enjoy the comfort of others as you talk about the adventures that the plains have given you. With nine tented suites placed close to the ground, the camp matches the earthy palette of the bush, allowing for a great camouflage amongst the roaming wildlife. Each suite has modern and camping furniture, such as a four-poster bed for you to sleep the night away and get ready for a brand new adventure. You will also have your own curated kitchenette and dining area if you are looking for a bit of privacy. You will have sweeping views from your private meditation deck and fitness area and you can look out across the glorious African night sky and watch the wildlife pass by from a secluded outdoor sala that has been equipped with scattered cushions and daybeds.
Mwiba Lodge
Can a remote, pristine wilderness area go hand in hand with ultra-luxurious designer tented suites? At Mwiba Lodge in southern Serengeti it can, and does it with style. Discover the area by vehicle, on foot, or from the air and immerse yourself in this luxurious, wildlife experience.
Head to a secluded haven where you will experience the wonders of the magical Serengeti. At Mwiba Lodge, you will find relaxation, beauty and experiences that you will never forget. Have a trip of a lifetime within the Serengeti that will teach you all about the joys of Africa. With interiors that have artfully integrated the natural surroundings using layers of textured creams, suede, tans and accents of chocolate and charcoal. From the linen sofas to the ornately carven wooden tables and cascading lighting within the ten double suites that all have wide-open layouts where every room flows to one another. Each room brings the outdoors inside using traditional canvas walls that have been accented with copper fixtures, head into the bathroom with enormous bathtubs and private outside showers. Take a dip in the grey slate-lined infinity pool that overlooks three springs where you will enjoy the sights and sounds of the parade of wildlife.
Four Seasons Serengeti
Indulge yourself with great game drives, soothing spa treatments, a cocktail bar with the best possible views, a gourmet food experience as well as many excursions options and more. Get ready for an immersive safari experience at the Four Seasons Serengeti Safari Lodge.
If luxury, adventure and an incredible safari experience are what you desire, then the Four Seasons Serengeti is the perfect spot for you. Witness the Big Five as they roam free across the plains, or watch herds of wildebeest and zebra congregate. After endless exploration, re-hydrate yourself within the canvassed and open villas, unwind in the spa and soak up the sun by the pool. With a variety of rooms and villas to choose from, luxury is never far away. With three different styled rooms and villas, you will even have a choice for a waterhole view. Live in comfort with four-poster beds that are elevated and equipped with mosquito netting, each designed with local artwork and textiles. Never stray far from the Serengeti with open-air sundecks losing no creature comforts as each room has air conditioning, flat-screen TVs and also internet.
Choosing Luxury Hotels In Serengeti, Tanzania
A lot of accommodation options is available in Serengeti National Park. From adventurous Serengeti mobile tented camps following the Great Migration to family-friendly Serengeti lodges, high-end Serengeti accommodations and anything in between, you can be sure to find the perfect spot just for you. The best Serengeti safari itineraries combine two or three of these across different sectors and styles — a Grumeti lodge paired with a northern crossing camp, or a central lodge with a mobile migration camp — linked by short light-aircraft hops, to capture the full breadth of what the Serengeti offers across the seasons. For ready-made and tailor-made itineraries with pricing, see our Serengeti safari packages guide; for the migration calendar, our Serengeti Great Migration safari guide; for the affordable tier, our affordable Tanzania safari lodges guide; and for the country-wide picture, our best luxury safari lodges in Tanzania guide.
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