Bush Dining in Serengeti National Park

Bush Dining in Serengeti National Park : Many visitors coming to Serengeti find fun in different activities but miss some underrated yet thrilling activities. Have you tried dining in Serengeti? Probably not, or you did it! Whatever the case, bush dining is something you should take for granted while in Serengeti.

Is bush dinner safe?

Yes, it’s safe to dine in the bush. We kept receiving this question from our visitors. While Serengeti has fierce predators that come to life just during the night, this shouldn’t scare you from dining in the bush. The tent is usually set out but not very far from the accommodations. The campfire scares aggressive animals away from the tent. You’ll also be under the protection of armed rangers during the dinner.

How to organize a bush dinner

A bush dinner is usually not included in safari packages. So, you’ll be charged for this activity. Talk to your guide or hotel attendant when you want to dine in the bush. Suggest the best dishes you wish to have.

Before dusk, the crew will set a tent in a calming setting along with chairs and tables. The dinner is always eaten at around 18:00 to 22:00. After everything is okay, you’ll be taken to the dining location.

Dishes to try

A bush dinner is where you can have the best culinary experience. There are plenty of dishes on the menus to select from. And you’re not limited. There are plenty of dishes to choose from. Our collection range mainly centers on the local cuisines. You can also choose what you want. It’s simple; just speak to your chef.

Who is Bush Dinner for?

Bush Dinner is for everyone seeking unforgettable memories in the middle of an African jungle. If you’re with friends, family, or your partner, bush dinner is perfect for reconnecting with your loved ones.

Confessing with your fiancé at a bush dinner can be the biggest surprise ever. For a family, this can be the best place to listen to a kid’s story or make jokes. A family eating bush dinner in the Serengeti while making jokes is amazing.

Solo travelers can also experience this feeling. Our guides are professional at making good times for their clients. You’ll hear interesting stories from your guide as you bite your delicious meal.

What to follow after a bush dinner?

The night is never a rest in the Serengeti. After you’ve finished your dinner, you may engage in other activities or simply sleep at your accommodation. These include fly camping or stargazing experiences.

Fly camping is a once-in-a-lifetime experience of sleeping in the bush. A fly tent is set with a well-designed bed for the night. A mosquito fly sheet will be set to protect you. Fly camping is usually combined with a bush dinner. So, after dinner, the guide will walk you to this fly camp where you’ll spend the entire night.

The stargazing experience will enable you to view the beautiful blanket of stars that are usually displayed in the sky. The Serengeti is far away from cities where lights cause light pollution. So, you can view the Milky Way Galaxy in Serengeti while observing the patterns, which the locals use to predict the season and luck.

Who organizes a bush dinner? (Tour operator or lodge or both?)

In most cases, lodges do prepare a bush meal when requested by their client. But you can also book a bush dinner with your tour operator. The operator will talk to the accommodation to schedule the event.

When to have a bush dinner

A bush dinner can be organized at any time of the year. But during the rainy season, rains are usually unpredictable. They can be heavy and frequent. They may disturb your schedule or may ruin the entire experience. The fact that insects (including infectious ones like mosquitoes) are abundant in the night makes bush dinner a little embarrassing. Thick forests and tall grass make it very dark.

The dry season (June to October) is ideal for many activities, including bush dining. The weather is dry and usually predictable. The sky is also clear. Thus, you can enjoy a sundowner before dinner or a stargazing experience after dinner. The forest is also clear, making it less dark.

How much does a bush dinner cost?

The cost of a bush dinner differs depending on the accommodation and size of the group. It also varies depending on how you want the event to be. Do you want just a simple event or something more complicated? Is it just a dinner or a special surprise event for your partner?

The cost starts at $50 per person. Some lodges have offers for clients. So, you may get a promotion.

Ready to take an adventure in the Serengeti? Focus East Africa Tours is down for help for anyone wishing to visit the Serengeti in the next few days. Our safari specialist can advise on everything you need to know before arriving in the Serengeti.