Nyumbu luxury camp Kogatende
Nyumbu luxury camp Kogatende is a luxury accommodation found in Kogatende areas close to Mara River in the Northern part of Serengeti National Park Tanzania region. The camp is owned and operated by Nyumbu collections that run unique properties in Tanzania. The Camp is situated in the perfect base for exploring the northern plains and game viewing since its wildlife destination (the great annual migration of wildebeests). Its available from 1st-June -31st October. One can be at the camp taking approximately 6 hours’ drive from Arusha town to Serengeti national park and 1-2 hours to fly from Arusha to the close kogatende airstrip then few minutes’ drive to be transferred to the camp.
Nyumbu luxury camp Kogatende consists of 10 spacious and comfortable en-suite tents inclusive of two family tents on raised deck overlooking over the sweeping Serengeti plains reflecting a traditional high level of Comfort. Tents are well decorated, elevated on a raised platform and furnished with en-suite facilities of Clean flushing toilet, bathroom with hot and cold running water, sink and showers, solar energy available, wood chair and table, beds wrapped with mosquito nets, free toiletries, complementary bottled water to mention but a few. Tents have verandas and large sitting area, you relax while overlooking the spectacular view over the Serengeti plains, Mara river and surrounding areas. Tents are equipped with excellent clean and washed beddings with queen beds. Tents vary in different sizes with single beds for individuals, double bed/ twins for sharing and family tent. The camp has cracking fireplace where guests can relax and share stories and experience of the safari while on BBQ and sundowner not only that it also provides warmth to the guests during cold days.
Nyumbu Luxury camp Kogatende offers different services and facilities which include.;
A dining area in the main Tent that serves different meals both continental and local cuisine that meets guests appetite. They serve Continental breakfast, picnic lunch and diners served by Friendly, welcoming and organized staff with skilled chef. You can have meals in any place of your choice either in the bush or at the lodge. They serve bush dinners overlooking the stars in the sky and morning breakfast enjoying the morning sunrises.
A well- stocked bar with a shared lounge offering good selection of both soft and hard refreshments like beers, sodas, wines ,water etc , you relax while enjoying the spectacular views over the endless Serengeti plains ,wildebeest migration and surrounding areas, During evening u relax on terraces/sundowners while overlooking Serengeti sunset
Services include; Lodge offers a laundry and housekeeping services, Airport transfers and pickups since the Lodge is close to the airstrips, ample parking space.
Wifi internet hotspot available at the camp that enables guests to keep in contact with their families and friends.
Activities to do while at the Lodge; game drive that will give you a chance to see wide range of Animals , hot air ballooning, nature walks in the park, birding /bird watching ,walking night safaris.
Serengeti national park is situated in Tanzania extending southern part of Kenya / that’s the Serengeti and Mara ecosystem in Simiyu region. The park is among the most popular and famous parks in Tanzania covering 5700 square miles stretching north to Kenya and bordering Lake Victoria to the west. June – October are the best periods to be in Serengeti national park since its dry season , it offers best wildlife viewing when wild beast are moving seeking for pasture and water. It’s annual migration of wild beasts. The park contains over 70 big mammals like Buffaloes , elephants, crocodiles, zebras, lions, leopards, Impalas , Giraffes , antelopes mention but a few and 500 species of birds like; Flamingos , ostriches , grey breasted spur fowl, Kori bustard, secretary birds and many more which enables more tourists to visit the park and stay for along time.
There are more activities to do while in the park and at the lodge which include; Game drive in the park which enables you to spot different animals, nature walks in the park, Hot air balloon rides that gives good view of the Serengeti plains at 500$ per person , hand craft safaris, Camping , Flying safaris, cultural visits in the villages, Bird watching, traditional dances, see wild beast migration, etc. The park has different accommodations; Budget , mid- range and luxury lodges that are convenient and affordable to each guests visiting Serengeti.The park has some other attractions like; Olduvai Gorge, Moru Kopjes, Grumeti river, Seronera River and many others.
