What is a luxury tented camp?

A refined, canvas based camp that keeps you close to nature with proper beds, ensuite bathrooms and warm service. Locations are chosen for scenery and wildlife, with classic details like lantern lit dinners.

Where are the best areas for tented camps?

Okavango Delta for water and land activities, Masai Mara for plains and river views, the Serengeti for migration routes and Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools and Hwange for wild riverine and savannah settings.

Which camps do you recommend?

Examples include Bateleur and Kichwa Tembo in the Mara, Nxabega, Xaranna, Jacana and Little Tubu in the Okavango, Nyamatusi and Little Makalolo in Zimbabwe, and in Tanzania Sayari, Dunia and Serengeti Migration Camp. For contemporary design consider Singita Sabora or Singita Mara River Tented Camp.

Is it suitable for families?

Yes at many camps. Some offer family tents, private vehicles and gentle activity pacing. We match properties and policies to your party.

When is the best time to travel?

Dry months usually offer easy wildlife viewing and reliable logistics. Green months bring dramatic skies and fewer visitors. We time routes to your interests and preferred regions.

Luxury Tented Camps

Open‑fronted luxury tent bedroom flowing onto a timber deck at sunset

Luxury tented camps capture the romance of safari while offering exceptional comfort. These camps combine canvas traditions with modern design, from the elegance of Singita Sabora to the wilderness immersion of Somalisa Expeditions. Each provides a deep connection to Africa’s landscapes, with attentive service and refined details that elevate the classic safari camp.

Plan Your Journey

Contemporary canvas suite with panoramic savanna vistas from the bed

The Spirit of Safari

Wake to the sounds of the bush, step out onto a private deck overlooking open plains, and end the day under lantern light. Whether in the Okavango Delta, Serengeti, or Hwange, luxury tented camps balance closeness to nature with understated indulgence, creating timeless safari moments.

QUICK FACTS
Canvas & comfort
Private verandas
Open-air dining
Prime wildlife areas
Night skies

Luxury tented camp deck with plunge pool and lounge set for private dining

Luxury family tented suite interior with draped canopy and copper bath, Somalisa Acacia

Designer tent suite with layered textures and contemporary safari decor

Experiences & Highlights

Canvas done well blends nostalgia with modern comfort and puts you close to the action. In Kenya, Bateleur Camp and Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp overlook the Mara with game filled plains on the doorstep. In Botswana’s Okavango, Nxabega and Xaranna offer elegant tented suites and a mix of boating, mokoro and drives, while Jacana, Kwetsani and Little Tubu sit near rich lagoons. Zimbabwe’s Nyamatusi Camp and Little Makalolo bring classic tented style to Mana Pools and Hwange, with excellent guiding and strong wildlife densities.

In Tanzania, Sayari Camp and Serengeti Migration Camp position guests along key migration routes, while Dunia offers a calm central base that is owned and run by a pioneering female team. Serian The Original and Ngare Serian provide intimate, owner hosted camps with superb access to the Mara River. For a contemporary take, Singita Sabora Tented Camp and Singita Mara River Tented Camp deliver refined design without losing the spirit of safari. Expect fine linen, hot showers, attentive teams and nights under canvas with the sounds of Africa close by.

CUSTOMISE YOUR JOURNEY.

Talk to us to customise your journey

Journey Inspiration.

Zimbabwe Expedition Bush Adventure, with a touch of Indulgence on Lake Kariba

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Zimbabwe Expedition Bush Adventure, with a touch of Indulgence on Lake Kariba

$840.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and flight transfer price changes. Includes intercamp fixed wing flight transfers, including from and to Harare

Venture deep into the wilds of Mana Pools on foot, by canoe, and by 4x4, before retreating to the tranquil shores of Lake Kariba. This 9-night expedition blends classic adventure with contemporary luxury. From remote tented camps teeming with wildlife to indulgent lakeside serenity. A journey for those who seek immersion, exclusivity, and soul-stirring safari moments.

Highlights/Activities

Walking safaris in Mana Pools, canoeing on the Zambezi River, Armchair Safari at Kanga Pan, catch-and-release fishing, game drives, birding, fire-to-plate dining, exclusive private concessions, luxury tented expedition camps, wildlife-rich floodplains, private lake yacht night, Lake Kariba infinity pool, spa & wellness, cultural visits, sunrise and sunset boat cruises, no Wi-Fi digital detox, award-winning guides.

Countries Covered: Zimbabwe

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Tanzania Luxury "Slow Safari" Experience - Up Close and Immersive

$1,660.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Embrace Tanzania’s ultimate “slow safari” across Arusha, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and the Serengeti. From elegant garden cottages to exclusive tented suites under ancient baobabs and the vast Serengeti plains, this journey offers private guides, immersive walking safaris, hot air balloon rides, and intimate wildlife encounters. A deeply luxurious, authentic safari for travelers seeking space, connection, and raw African beauty.

Highlights/Activities

Private safari guides and vehicles, walking safaris, hot air balloon experiences, exclusive tented camps, immersive wildlife encounters, big tuskers of Tarangire, Great Migration river crossings, cultural visits to Maasai communities, alfresco bush dining, spa treatments, private picnics under baobabs, photography hides, butler service, children’s safari activities, secluded locations, no crowds, Serengeti lion sightings

Countries Covered: Tanzania

Honeymoon Safari - Romance and Adventure Rolled into One!

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Honeymoon Safari - Romance and Adventure Rolled into One!

$790.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

A wild luxury journey through Zambia’s iconic wilderness. Begin along the riverbanks of the Lower Zambezi, venture deep into the heart of South Luangwa with walking safaris and sleepouts under the stars, and end in riverside serenity at Chinzombo. This immersive tented safari is a honeymooner’s dream; blending adventure, intimacy, and unforgettable wildlife in Africa’s most beautiful, remote settings.

Highlights/Activities

Game drives, walking safaris, river views, unique wildlife viewing in the waterhole hides, boat safaris, tiger fishing, canoeing safaris, exceptional alfresco dining, stargazing, romantic under the stars wildlife sleepout, wild luxury, in room spa treatments, award winning design on the riverfront, big 5, private plunge pools.