SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK, TANZANIA

Our Luxury Tents

Price per night from

$423.00

SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK, TANZANIA

Our Luxury Tents

Price per night from

$423.00

Your Sanctuary Under Canvas

Spacious, solar-powered suites with private verandas, offering uninterrupted views of the plains and an intimate connection to the wild.

Each of our semi-luxury tents is designed to be a private haven, blending seamlessly into the iconic Serengeti landscape. Your private veranda, complete with comfortable lounge seating, becomes your personal wildlife viewing deck—the perfect spot for a sunrise coffee or a sunset sundowner while observing the drama of the plains unfold before you. Inside, the bespoke décor reflects the spirit of Tanzania, with handcrafted furniture, woven pendant lights, and Maasai-inspired textiles creating an atmosphere of authentic, understated elegance. It’s an intimate experience that connects you deeply with the surrounding wilderness without sacrificing an ounce of comfort.

Imagine waking to the golden light of dawn and stepping onto your deck to watch a herd of elephants moving silently through the acacia trees, or hearing the distant, powerful roar of a lion as you sip a nightcap under the stars. This is the reality of Luwela Camp. Our prime location on Makoma Hill ensures that the wildlife theatre is ever-present, offering phenomenal, year-round game viewing directly from your sanctuary. There is no "off-season" here; the Central Serengeti's rich ecosystem provides a constant spectacle of resident predators and plains game right on your doorstep.

This unparalleled access extends to the Earth’s greatest wildlife show: the Great Migration. During key months, your private veranda transforms into a front-row seat as vast columns of wildebeest and zebra pass through the region on their ancient pilgrimage. It is a profound and humbling experience, witnessing the epic scale of nature from the intimate and exclusive comfort of your luxury safari tent. This seamless connection between your private space and the untamed wilderness is the essence of the Luwela experience—an adventure that is both deeply personal and truly wild.

Guest Suite Tents

Our eight Guest Suite Tents are your personal sanctuary in the wild. Each spacious suite features a super king bed (or twin configuration) with premium linens, an open-plan wardrobe, and a dedicated desk area. The en-suite bathroom is a statement in sustainable luxury, with a vanity crafted from metal and wood, a modern flush toilet, and a large, solar-heated pillar shower. Roll-up canvas walls allow you to welcome in the sights and sounds of the Serengeti, creating a truly immersive yet secure and comfortable retreat.

Family Guest Suite Tent

Our exclusive Family Guest Suite offers the perfect solution for families or small groups traveling together. This unique unit consists of two full-sized Guest Suite Tents, each with its own private en-suite bathroom and amenities. The two tents are connected by an expansive shared viewing deck, providing a secure, private space for your family to relax and enjoy the panoramic landscape together. With super king beds in each room and ample space for everyone, it’s the ideal base for creating shared safari memories that will last a lifetime.

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Need to Know

Total Tents: 9 Semi-Luxury Suites
Guest Tents: 8 Double/Twin Suites
Family Tents: 1 Interconnecting Family Unit
Bedding: Super King or Twin Beds
Power: 24/7 Solar Power & Battery Charging

A Wildlife Theatre

Your Private Wildlife Theatre

From the secluded slopes of Makoma Hill, the Serengeti unfolds before you.

At Luwela, the safari experience isn't limited to a game drive vehicle; it begins the moment you open your eyes. Nestled within the private slopes of Makoma Hill, each luxury tent features a private deck with an uninterrupted panorama of the plains. Imagine welcoming the dawn with a warm cup of coffee as you watch a journey of giraffe silhouetted against the morning sky, or tracking a distant herd of elephants making their way to a waterhole. The camp's strategic position offers a constant, immersive connection to the wilderness.

As the African sun begins to set, your deck transforms into the perfect vantage point for a sundowner. With a refreshing drink in hand, witness the daily drama of the savannah as the landscape comes alive with nocturnal hunters and grazing herds settling for the night. Our location in the Central Serengeti, a region renowned for its staggering density of resident wildlife, ensures that every moment at camp is an opportunity for an unforgettable sighting. This is not just a place to stay; it is a front-row seat to the greatest wildlife spectacle on Earth.

Seasonal Wildlife

June - October (Dry Season): The bush thins out, making wildlife easier to spot. Witness the Wildebeest & Zebra Migration (June), Thomson's Gazelle Migration, and frequent sightings of predators like Cheetah, Leopard, and Lion.
November - May (Green Season): The plains are vibrant and lush. The Wildebeest & Zebra Migration often returns (Nov & May), and resident game like Leopard, Lion, Giraffe, Buffalo, and Hippo are abundant and easily spotted.

Tent Gallery

Canvas Sanctuaries & Serengeti Spectacles

Explore the harmony of untamed wilderness and elegant comfort that defines the Luwela experience.

Step inside the world of Luwela Camp, where classic safari adventure meets contemporary comfort. This gallery offers a glimpse into our spacious canvas sanctuaries, thoughtfully designed to be your private haven in the wild. Discover the elegant interiors, the fine details inspired by the Tanzanian landscape, and the private decks that open directly onto the breathtaking theatre of the Central Serengeti. Each tent is a seamless blend of style and function, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of thrilling exploration.

Beyond the comfort of your tent, these images capture the soul of the safari. Witness the golden light of dawn spreading across the vast plains, the dramatic silhouettes of acacia trees against a sunset sky, and the raw beauty of our location on the secluded slopes of Makoma Hill. From majestic lion prides to the epic columns of the Great Migration, the wildlife is a constant, awe-inspiring presence. Each photograph is a window into the unforgettable moments that await, blending thrilling adventure with serene tranquility.

Guest reviews

What Our Guests Say

Client reviews from the Heart of the Serengeti

Charlotte & David Sterling

London, UK

"Our stay at Luwela was simply magical. The location on Makoma Hill means the wildlife viewing is constant and spectacular—we saw a leopard on our first game drive! The highlight was the romantic dinner on our private deck, watching elephants roam below as the sun set. An unforgettable luxury safari experience in the Central Serengeti."

Anja Schmidt

Munich, Germany

"I cannot recommend Luwela Camp enough. The attention to detail in the semi-luxury tents is superb, and waking up to those uninterrupted Serengeti views is something I'll never forget. The hot air balloon safari was a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, followed by a beautiful bush breakfast. True sustainable luxury with a soul."

The Chen Family

Singapore

"The perfect family safari. Our interconnecting family tent was spacious and comfortable, and the staff were incredibly welcoming. The kids were thrilled with the daily game drives—we saw the Big Five! Dining under the stars was a highlight for all of us. A truly special place that respects nature."

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