Travel Sustainable Level 3

Zawadi Camp

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

Excellent location — rated 9.7/10! (score from 69 reviews)

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9.1
Superb
69 reviews

Everything… tents were supremely comfortable The location … you will not get any closer to nature than this… the buffalo at night were amazing to see up close ( with our escort back to the tent)and I loved the hyena calling to each other The friendly reception from Hawa The attentiveness of Jackson who catered to all of our needs and was really helpful organising the balloon experience… The food was delicious

Trish Ireland
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9.1
Superb
69 reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Serengeti

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Located in the heart of the Serengeti, 24 km from Serengeti Visitor's Centre Seronera, Zawadi Camp offers accommodation with a sunset view restaurant and bar, free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Each of the six tents has a private en-suite 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 6 km from Retima Hippo Pool.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Zawadi Camp has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 7 Jul 2019.

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

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, American

Free parking available on-site

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Room type
Sleeps
 
1 large double bed
or
3 single beds
3 single beds
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
2 large double beds
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Travel Sustainable Level 3
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Serengeti
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Trish
    IrelandIreland
    “Everything… tents were supremely comfortable The location … you will not get any closer to nature than this… the buffalo at night were amazing to see up close ( with our escort back to the tent)and I loved the hyena calling to each other The...”
  • Charles
    SingaporeSingapore
    “the location is secluded and private. and the Great Migration passed right outside the camp. truly priceless experience.”
  • Patrick
    United StatesUnited States
    “Such a wonderful bush experience! Zawadi Camp was exactly what we wanted -- a nice and comfortable glamping tent with a great view of the surrounding wilderness, wonderful hosts, good food, and cold drinks. Just enough WiFi to keep tabs on things...”
  • Thanos
    GreeceGreece
    “Great, spacious tent with all facilities and very nice stuff.”
  • Ludvig
    SwedenSweden
    “Very nice staff to support a family with children, wild animals around the tent and dinners under the sergenti moon was a memory for life”
  • Klara
    IcelandIceland
    “Being so remote in the middle of the plains, surrounded by big herds of zebra and wildebeests, hearing the roar of lions and hyenas during the night, watching a hyena kill, lots of birds......this was amazing and a place we will remember for the...”
  • Jacob
    IsraelIsrael
    “We arrived at the site at the end of a particularly busy safari day. The camp was quite empty and the staff gave us amazing service. The place is very isolated and impressive.”
  • Andre
    NetherlandsNetherlands
    “Location was great! Great plains and numerous animals in front of the camp. Staff was very friendly, helpfull, relaxed and great fun to talk to.”
  • Robin
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “Elephants 10meters from the tents, lions just a few hundred meters away, friendly staff, romantic tents. Really nice.”
  • Marcel
    GermanyGermany
    “The location is amazing in the middle of the Serengeti. It is possible to see game directly around the tents, which are fully equipped with a good shower and toilet. The food was good, served in a buffet style.”

Property questions and answers
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  • Are game drives included?

    Unfortunately, we only provide accommodation facilities. However, we work closely with safaris and game drive providers who can also arrange any trans..
    Answered on 2 November 2019

  • Hi. I read that you don't organize game drives but work with a company that organize them. How much do they charge for a day safari?

    It is better you if you check prices directly with them. It depends or you necessities.
    Answered on 1 January 2020

  • hi how much for a game drive, for one person? thanks

    *Transfers and Safaris with our private guide and Toyota 4x4 car are available from 300 usd per day (include 2 pax). Also available for more than 2..
    Answered on 27 July 2023

  • Hi, does this accommodation have electricity through the night in the rooms? My husband has a CPAP machine that needs to be plugged in. Thanks

    Dear customer, We do have electricity in the rooms at night.we work with solar panels. We would need to know the characteristics of this machine to v..
    Answered on 1 January 2020

  • Hello! Do you set up game drives and/or transportation to the airport?

    Unfortunately, we only provide accommodation facilities. However, we work closely with safaris and game drive providers who can also arrange any trans..
    Answered on 2 November 2019

  • Hello - Could you provide some more information on the game drives that you organize? Do you have pricing? Also, do you have any transportation to and..

    Unfortunately, we only provide accommodation facilities. However, we work closely with safaris and game drive providers who can also arrange any trans..
    Answered on 2 November 2019
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Managed by Zawadi Serengeti Camp

Company review score: 9.5Based on 69 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, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • 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
  • 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 room.

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

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

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.

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

FAQs about Zawadi Camp

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

  • Zawadi Camp has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

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

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Kosher
    • American

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