Best Luxury Safari Lodges in Tanzania

Tanzania is synonymous with luxury safaris, offering some of the most opulent and exclusive lodges and camps in Africa. These establishments combine unparalleled wildlife viewing with exquisite service, gourmet dining, lavish accommodations, and often a strong commitment to conservation and community.

Here are some of the best luxury safari lodges and camps in Tanzania, categorized by their location:

Serengeti National Park (including private concessions)

The Serengeti, especially during the Great Migration, is a prime location for ultra-luxury experiences.

  • Singita Grumeti Reserves (Sasakwa Lodge, Faru Faru Lodge, Sabora Tented Camp): These three lodges, located in Singita’s private Grumeti Reserves bordering the Serengeti, offer an exceptionally exclusive and opulent safari.
    • Singita Sasakwa Lodge: Evokes an Edwardian manor house with grand suites, private infinity pools, and panoramic views over the plains. It’s the epitome of old-world safari luxury.
    • Singita Faru Faru Lodge: A more contemporary “safari beach house” feel, set along the Grumeti River with a relaxed yet incredibly stylish ambiance, offering unique perspectives of riverine wildlife.
    • Singita Sabora Tented Camp: Reimagines the classic tented safari with lavish 1920s-inspired tents, offering a sense of romance and adventure.
  • Mwiba Lodge: Located in a private wildlife reserve south of the Serengeti, Mwiba offers incredible privacy and exclusivity. It’s known for its stunning design, blending seamlessly with massive granite boulders, and offers off-road driving and walking safaris.
  • Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti: As expected from the brand, this lodge offers a full-service hotel experience in the heart of the Serengeti, complete with an infinity pool overlooking a waterhole, a spa, and extensive amenities.
  • andBeyond Serengeti Under Canvas: A truly luxurious mobile tented camp that moves seasonally to follow the Great Migration, offering an exclusive front-row seat to the action without sacrificing comfort. Each tent is spacious with an en-suite bathroom.
  • Namiri Plains (Asilia Africa): Located in the eastern Serengeti, this area was previously closed for cheetah research, resulting in exceptional big cat sightings. The camp itself is a stylish tented experience focusing on wildlife and conservation.
  • One Nature Nyaruswiga Serengeti: An incredibly opulent and exclusive lodge in the central Serengeti, known for its lavish tents, private plunge pools, and impeccable service, combining modern luxury with the wild.
  • Lemala Nanyukie Lodge: A beautiful, contemporary tented lodge in the eastern Serengeti, offering spacious suites with private plunge pools and excellent views, providing a high level of comfort and intimacy.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Perched on the crater rim, these lodges offer breathtaking views and quick access to the crater floor.

  • and Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge: Often cited as one of the most unique and luxurious lodges in Africa, with its opulent, colonial-meets-Maasai inspired architecture, personal butler service, and dramatic views. (Note: Currently undergoing significant refurbishment, expected to reopen in 2027).
  • The Highlands (Asilia Africa): A stunning, futuristic-style camp located on the slopes of the Olmoti volcano (within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, but not directly on the crater rim). Its geodesic dome suites offer incredible views and a unique design, combining luxury with a sense of adventure.
  • Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge: While part of a larger chain, its prime location directly on the crater rim offers consistent quality, breathtaking views, and convenient access to game drives.
  • Entamanu Ngorongoro (Nomad Tanzania): The only lodge located on the northern rim of the crater, offering unparalleled views of both the crater and the Serengeti plains, providing a very private and exclusive experience.

Southern Tanzania (Ruaha National Park & Nyerere National Park)

For a more wild, remote, and exclusive luxury safari, the southern parks are exceptional.

  • Jabali Ridge (Asilia Africa), Ruaha National Park: A striking architectural marvel nestled into a rocky kopje, offering sophisticated suites with panoramic views over the baobab-studded plains. Known for its excellent guiding, walking safaris, and stylish design.
  • Jongomero Camp, Ruaha National Park: Deep in the south of Ruaha, this camp offers genuine seclusion and a truly untamed wilderness experience. Its luxurious tented suites are exceptionally spacious, blending rustic charm with refined comforts.
  • Beho Beho Camp, Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous): One of the oldest and most respected luxury camps in the Selous. Its open-fronted stone cottages offer a unique blend of indoor-outdoor living, with a strong focus on walking safaris and an authentic, low-key luxury feel.
  • Roho ya Selous (Asilia Africa), Nyerere National Park: A stylish and contemporary tented camp set on a river channel, offering excellent boat safaris, walking safaris, and game drives, with elegant design and exceptional guiding.

These lodges represent the pinnacle of luxury safari in Tanzania, providing not just lavish accommodation but also unparalleled access to wildlife, personalized service, and unforgettable experiences that define a truly world-class safari.