Our feature property journals are designed to highlight and showcase our favourite properties from around the world, taking a closer look at some of the magnificent properties that we love to send our clients to.
In our latest feature, we showcase Serengeti Safari Camp in Tanzania, a truly unique mobile camp that offers front-row seats to the Wildebeest migration all year-round.
Serengeti Safari Camp offers a truly authentic bush experience, with tents designed to embrace the open air. Each tent is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of Baadiye, a seasoned tent maker who has been with the camp since its beginning.
Handmade by Tanzanians, these tents are carefully crafted, stitch by stitch, capturing the spirit of the Serengeti.
The history of Serengeti Safari Camp began with two old Landrovers, some second-hand equipment, and the vision of Mark and Milly Houldsworth, who set out to create the first mobile camp to follow the migration.
Today, the camp still relocates four to five times a year, ensuring that guests remain at the heart of the action. With just six canvas tents, bucket showers, and a simple but comfortable setup, the camp allows guests to appreciate the true scale of the Serengeti, offering everything needed for an unforgettable safari experience, without the unnecessary frills.
The Serengeti offers a truly wild and untamed experience. Even outside the famous wildebeest migration, the sheer abundance of animals is staggering. With a knowledgeable guide, guests can explore the hidden corners of this wilderness, and Serengeti Safari Camp is the perfect base for uncovering the magic of this incredible region.
The main reason for travelling to Serengeti National Park is to see wildlife in a vast unspoilt natural environment. Seeing The Big Five define that ultimate African safari that every traveller wants to experience, including lion, rhino, leopard, elephant, and Cape buffalo. You might wonder why those specific animals are part of the Big Five, and why a giraffe is not. The term ‘Big Five’ was coined by big hunters in the 19th and early 20th centuries, based on the difficulty of hunting these animals, rather than the size. Of course, you will have chances to spot the long-neck giraffes and many other ungulates (hooved animals) such as the eland, zebra, topi, kongoni, impala and Grant’s gazelle, which are resident at any time of the year.
Other common fauna are located in the riverine forests, being a favourite spot for hippos and crocodiles. Additionally, bird watching in the Serengeti is good year-round, and for anyone who is not a big fan of mosquitoes, the number of these insects are low compared to North America and Europe. However, the diversity of other insects is higher in the park, as these creatures play a critical role in the ecosystem of the entire area. Five of these groups are dung beetles, grasshoppers, termites, butterflies, moths, and ants.
Serengeti Safari Camp is open year-round, offering guests the chance to experience the wildebeest migration at various stages. From January to March, the calving season attracts predators, and the woodlands are alive with giraffes, elephants, and buffalo. April and May are perfect for exploring the eastern Serengeti and the stunning Gol Mountains, as the herds begin moving north and west after the rains.
By June, the migration reaches the Grumeti River in the Western Corridor, where elephants, buffalo, and hippos thrive. From July to October, the migration reaches the northern Serengeti, and the dramatic Mara River crossings are a highlight. During the dry season, the herds crisscross between the Maasai Mara and Serengeti in search of water and fresh grass.
By November and December, the migration spreads out across the Serengeti, offering a more peaceful and intimate wildlife experience.Â
Each season offers something unique, ensuring that no matter when you visit, there is always an element of the migration to witness.
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