Zawadi Camp

N/A Serengeti National Park, 25km north of Seronera. Lat: -2.276176, Lon 34.749286, Serengeti, Tanzania
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Zawadi Camp

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9.1
Rated superb
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82 reviews

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Zawadi Camp is a recently renovated luxury tent in Serengeti, where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. Featuring full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The luxury tent offers mountain views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available. At the luxury tent, the units are fitted with a desk. All units include private entrance. The units feature a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. The luxury tent specialises in a buffet and à la carte breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can dine in the on-site restaurant, which serves African cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. Guests at Zawadi Camp will be able to enjoy activities in and around Serengeti, like hiking. The accommodation features a picnic area and a barbecue. Serengeti National Park is 15 km from Zawadi Camp. Seronera Airstrip Airport is 27 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
3 single beds
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1 large double bed
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2 single beds
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2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Serengeti

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Risa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Could not fault this stay from the welcome all the way to leaving, absolutely amazing service”
  • Lisa
    Germany Germany
    “Amazing camp in the middle of the Serengeti. Really nice tents and main area! Everything is super clean and well designed. The food is truly amazing, also for vegetarians! The people working here are the cutest ! Thanks Jackson and Ramada for this...”
  • Martina
    Ireland Ireland
    “The place is magical. Perfect setup, amazing facilities, staff is amazing. You can enjoy piecfulness and the beauty of nature while having your meals. We had a bit of an issue with the car, and the staff at Zawadi camp were very helpful and...”
  • Frits
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Beautiful location; excellent accommodation; great staff.”
  • Mary
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    “The location is quite beautiful and fosters a deep connection with nature. A wider variety of food options would enhance the experience.”
  • Krips
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “High quality lodge, good service in a remote area far away from everything. Nice views on the animals walking by. Nice diner place under the tree with candle light.”
  • Leeana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Really well kept and comfortable place! Love how open it is and the proximity of animals whilst also feeling safe. Food was incredible everyday and the staff were so friendly and accommodating it really made the trip feel special. Getting...”
  • Pawel
    France France
    “Fantastic staff - very well taken care by the team. Special thanks to Jackson who was extremely helpful and kind. Camps is also perfectly located and offers nice food - especially dinner and breakfast. Take away lunches could be improved perhaps....”
  • W
    Wimbowe
    Uganda Uganda
    “incredible place with lots of animals and great staff”
  • Jørgen
    Denmark Denmark
    “Spacious tents ⛺️. Camp fire 🔥 and outdoor dinner. The staff made you feel welcome and at home.”

Managed by Zawadi Serengeti Camp

Company review score: 9.7Based on 82 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Our mission is to provide our guests with ultimate relaxation, peace of mind, and an authentic wildlife experience in the Serengeti. Mindful of the area’s fragile ECOsystem and focused on cultural preservation and environmental respect.

Property information

Zawadi Camp is a ECO-FRIENDLY tented camp located in the most desirable location within the Serengeti National Park, right next to the famed animal migration paths of the area, and only two kilometers away from the Orangi River. Zawadi, or “gift” in Swahili, is a family-run safari camp with a mission to ‘gift’ our guests with a truly life enhancing experience of the Serengeti landscape and inhabitants. With just six guest tents, Zawadi Camp offers a personalized and tailored experience that ensures our guests can bask in the warm African sun, drink in the stunning landscape, and celebrate the native and captivating wildlife of the Serengeti. Our mess tent is equipped with a top quality restaurant and bar where our dedicated team will be able to help you at any time, as well as a relaxing lounge with stunning views of the Serengeti National Park. Your booking will include full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner (excluding drinks).

Neighbourhood information

The camp is centrally positioned in the Kemarishe Hills, 20km north of Seronera. Distance from Seronera Airstrip is 28km (approx. 30 minutes driving time) Distance from Arusha, the nearest national airport, is 330km (approx. 6hrs driving time) Distance from Kilimanjaro, the nearest international airport, is 380km (approx. 7.5hrs driving time) Exact camp location is Latitude: -2.276176 / Longitude: 34.749286 . Roads and tracks in Serengeti can be very challenging. We strongly advise you to use professional drivers/guides to reach our camp. If you are trying to get to our camp by your own means we cannot take responsibility for your trip before arrival at camp.

Languages spoken

English,Swahili

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      African • American • British • Pizza • Spanish • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Zawadi Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Mountain view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Themed dinner nights
  • Game drives
  • Hiking
  • Games room

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Wellness

  • Sun umbrellas

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that accommodation fees do not include any Park fees which are typically $130 per person per night and must be paid directly to the park administrator (TANAPA) at the park gates.

All meals are included on price, breakfast, lunch box for game drive and outside dinner under the tree at night time, after you are invited to enjoy on fire pit hearing wild animals before go to sleep.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Zawadi Camp

  • Zawadi Camp has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Zawadi Camp is 14.9 miles from the centre of Serengeti. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Zawadi Camp is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Zawadi Camp offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Game drives

  • Guests staying at Zawadi Camp can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • The prices at Zawadi Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Zawadi Camp is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.