LEMALA MARA AND NDUTU TENTED CAMP – SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

One mobile tented bush camp, but in two locations – Lemala Ndutu & Lemala Mara move north and south with the seasons to ensure guests enjoy ringside seats to the wildebeest migration year-round. Both are setup in sublime locations offering a wonderful safari experience with excellent guiding.

Lemala Ndutu Tented Camp is in the Ndutu region of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area near the border of the Southern Serengeti. This area is classic savannah characterized by flat grassy plains and the camp is in one of the finest locations in Ndutu to see the migration between December and March.

Tens of thousands of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle usually arrive in December to graze on the newly watered, highly nutritious short grass plains, and then by February, the main calving season takes place.  Predators – especially the big cats – are highly concentrated in the Ndutu area in these months. With 9 tents, Lemala Ndutu is perched on the edge of a permanent marsh, and acts as the ultimate amphitheatre to capture the boundless drama that accompanies the migration

The 12 tents of Lemala Mara Tented Camp are set up under large Euclea trees in the heart of the best game viewing area of the Northern Serengeti between July and October. It’s very close to the Mara River, but yet the camp is far enough away to remain discreet and not interrupt wildlife behaviour as the wildebeest mass along the steep banks during their frantic crossing on their way north to the Maasai Mara. Here, in this immense remote wilderness, guests can enjoy fabulous landscapes and terrific game viewing with practically no crowds. Resident wildlife numbers are always high, but nothing compared to the dramatic scenes during the migration as tens of thousands of animals gather to then plunge into the crocodile-infested river.

LOCATION

A mobile bush camp set up in two locations – Ndutu in the south of the Serengeti between December and March and the northern Serengeti between July and October.

CAMP

Lemala Mara & Ndutu is a mobile tented camp offering a mobile camp bush experience but the tents are spacious and each is furnished with two queen-size beds and all the little luxuries that make them surprisingly comfortable.

After an evening game drive, your tent attendant ensures your safari shower is filled with hot water to wash away the dust of the African savannah. Tasty meals are freshly prepared, and the camp organizes great picnic breakfasts and lunches for those who want to go on extended full-day game drives.

The communal areas have separate lounge and dining areas and are beautifully decorated with leather sofas, chandeliers, side cabinets, rugs, chests and a bar. In the evening, guests can gather around the campfire to enjoy pre-dinner drinks and canapes and sharing their safari stories.

ACTIVITIES

Game Drives – you can enjoy game drives on a shared or on exclusive use basis. The camp has open and semi open 4 x 4 Land Cruisers which are very reliable, comfortable and well-maintained with charging facilities, a fridge on board, photography stabilizing bean bags for each seat, vehicle recovery equipment, VHF Radio communication, specialized guide books, first aid kit, seatbelts, binoculars and great guides!

Balloon Safaris – an extraordinary adventure. Float in a hot air balloon over the famous Serengeti with its enchanting scenery and amazing wildlife. This may be the most beautiful area in the world for a balloon flight – we recommend booking in advance.

Sundowners – this is an experience that is a way of life in Africa and is an exceptional treat and one not to be missed!

Ndutu Marsh Walk – enjoy a leisurely walk in Ndutu accompanied by a Maasai and a ranger when the camp is in the Ndutu area. Take in the smells and sounds of the African Bush and feel at one with Nature.

Lemala Cubs Kids Activities – Tanzania has great appeal for families and Lemala Cubs offers guests under the age of 12 a wide range of wonderful opportunities to experience and enjoy the magic of the Africa bush. These activities are fun, educational and interesting, and show future generations the need for conservation of Africa’s wildlife.

Some Lemala Cubs activities may include identifying animals and birds, learning how to throw (blunt) spears and use bows and arrows like the Maasai, being taught tracking and spoor identification techniques by our guides, walking with the Maasai to hear stories about their culture and way of life in the bush and even joining the chefs in the kitchen to prepare meals or roasting marshmallows over the campfire before bed​.

LEMALA MARA AND NDUTU TENTED CAMP IS CLOSED DURING APRIL AND MAY 

THE CAMP WELCOMES FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN OF ALL AGES AND THERE IS DEDICATED FAMILY ACCOMMODATION AND A KIDS CLUB