Ikoma Tented Camp lies in the savannah areas of the Serengeti plains, surrounded by a grove of acacia trees and strategically positioned on the path of the annual Great Migration between Kenya's Masai Mara and Tanzania's Serengeti. The camp is situated just outside the Serengeti National Park boundary, about 2km from the Fort Ikoma park entry gate along the wildebeest migration corridor, offering an affordable alternative to expensive camps inside the park.
Rooms
The camp has been upgraded and now boasts 35 spacious semi-luxury "Meru" tents (some sources mention 31 tents), each raised on a wooden platform with thatched roofs and equipped with en-suite bathrooms featuring bucket showers and flush toilets. Each tent has comfortable furnishings, mosquito nets, dressing tables, wardrobes, and a private verandah where guests can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding bush where wildlife frequently roams.
Facilities
The central facilities include a thatched bar and dining room under traditional grass thatch, with a large fireplace that serves as an ideal spot to unwind with a drink after long days of exciting game viewing. The camp has electricity and hot water supplied by 12V solar power with an inverter for recharging batteries. The central restaurant and bar area provide an ideal way of spending evenings after game drives, with a campfire place for evening relaxation.
About
The location offers one of the best spots for game viewing along the western corridor of the park, taking in Kirawira and the Grumeti River – home to infamous wildebeest-eating giant croodiles. The migration seasons at camp centre around June to October when herds pass through the area. Good resident game throughout the year includes zebras, wildebeest, impalas, giraffes, and elephants, with superb game-viewing possible from the breakfast terrace.
Activities
Activities include guided game walks, cultural dances, campfire gatherings, night game drives (unique to Ikoma Bush Camp which has the concession for this area), and balloon safaris (on request). Since the camp is located near park headquarters, it's very possible to do night game drives and guided walks, offering chances to see nocturnal animals others may miss. Guests can have breakfast in the bush to experience serenity in the wild.
An airstrip is just a few meters away from the camp, allowing guests to fly in from any part of East Africa to Serengeti National Park, making the journey shorter and more comfortable. The camp is small, comfortable, and secluded, set in the midst of incredible vista of savannah and skies. Simplicity and a rustic feel permeate the ambiance, with spacious canvas tents that are well maintained.
Destination
Tanzania Safaris
Style
Camp
