Zawadi Camp

N/A Serengeti National Park, 25km north of Seronera. Lat: -2.276176, Lon 34.749286, Serengeti, Tanzania – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>81</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a large tent in the middle of a field at Zawadi Camp in Serengeti
a bedroom with two beds in a tent at Zawadi Camp in Serengeti
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Zawadi Camp

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Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
80 reviews

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Located in the heart of the Serengeti, 15 mi from Serengeti Visitor's Center Seronera, Zawadi Camp offers accommodations with a sunset view restaurant and bar, free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Each of the six tents has a private private bathroom with running hot water. The tented camp offers a continental or à la carte breakfast. Zawadi Camp offers dinner barbecue. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go on a safari experience nearby. The camp is located in the Kemarishe Hills right by the great animal migration and a 30-minute drive from Seronera Airstrip and 3.7 mi from Retima Hippo Pool.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family 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
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1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
3 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
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

  • Ingrid
    United States of America United States of America
    “The place is fantastic if you want the real safari experience!! This camp is in the middle of nowhere, and you really get to experience what is like to sleep surrounded by animals and nature. It is super clean, the food was the best of my entire...”
  • Romik
    Armenia Armenia
    “It was terrific experience living there. All facilities are provided. In the evening you can hear some of the animals sounds. Thanks to Zawadi for this opportunity to feel like a part of this great nature!”
  • 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: 9.6Based on 80 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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 info

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).

Neighborhood info

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

Area info

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

Amenities of Zawadi Camp
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Themed dinners
  • Game drives
  • Hiking
  • Game room
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • 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
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Swahili

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that accommodations 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 the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Zawadi Camp

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

  • Check-in at Zawadi Camp is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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

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

    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Themed dinners
    • Game drives

  • The prices at Zawadi Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • 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

  • Zawadi Camp has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1