GRUMETI RIVER CAMP

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism Classification): 05*****

LOCATION: In Serengeti National Park, on the Western corridor. The distance is about 93 kms West of Seronera Lodge, 50 kms East of Lake Victoria, Kms from Arusha, Kms from Manyara and Kms from Ngorongoro. Access is either through flying from Arusha to the Camp airstrip, or driving north – westwards through the Serengeti along the Arusha – Musoma road on a journey of 450 km (6–7 hours). The nearest urban centre is Bunda town, which lies about 60 km to the north west of the Camp.

DESCRIPTION: An intimate luxurious tented camp overlooking a tributary of the Grumeti River Camp, home to many hippos and crocodiles.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 10 tents.

Room décor: Set in the shade of leafy branches, the grass thatched tents have cream and ivory interiors with the grand centerpiece being a colorfully adorned bed offset by a wooden headboard. Bright colours are found amongst dark hand carved wooden objects and furnishings.

Room amenities: Ceiling fans and large shower in the private bathroom open to the sky.

Special feature: The camp oozes colour and charm.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
A central dining area and bar constructed out of local materials to create a playful and quirky, yet very African style. Intricate mosaic work decorates low walls and steps, bright cushions in burnt orange, yellows and greens upholster the sculptural shapes of the wrought iron furniture, while twisted tree-trunks support the beamed makuti roof.

At night the lodge buildings and paths are magically lit by flaming torches and lamps. Clients are escorted to the "boma", an open-air theatre for food. Here throne-style chairs made from twigs with cushions of royal-purple surround a large and beautifully decorated table to make an appropriate dramatic experience.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
Open topped vehicles for game drives (only available on fly-in safaris).
Dining area and boma
Library
Bar
Shop
Satellite telephone available

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
Sundowners on Kirawira Hills, Excursions to Lake Victoria
Library
Balloon safaris
Game viewing drives into the Serengeti
Visits to the local Kuria and Sukuma villages (pastoralists and fishermen)

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Not available

CLIMATE: The temperature is comfortably hot during the day, nights can be chilly. Rains occur between November and May, the heaviest rainfall is normally in April. June to October are dry and windy. September and October are much drier before the November rains.

KIRAWIRA TENTED CAMP

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 04****

LOCATION: At Serengeti National Park, on the Western Serengeti, in Tanzania.

DESCRIPTION: Kirawira is a luxury-tented camp, a reincarnation of an elegant Victorian era outpost, set against the imposing backdrop of the Western Serengeti and featuring a harmonious blend of Victorian and African craftsmanship. Set upon a hill, in the remote regions of the Grumeti River, with commanding views of endless savanna, the luxury tented camp beckons you to experience the soul of the African wilderness. From almost anywhere, there are spectacular vistas of the Serengeti stretching to the horizon. Kirawira's carefully landscaped grounds are in complete harmony with their natural surroundings. Kirawira Camp is a member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

NUMBER OF ROOMS:
25 luxury tents (19 twins + 06 doubles).

Room décor: Each luxury tent is raised off the ground on a permanent platform, has a deep-shaded deck and is individually appointed with select antique Victorian furniture and East African art. From these unique accommodations, there are uninterrupted panoramas of the Serengeti plains.
Room amenities: Each guest tent is a private, enclosed suite with shower facilities and a private balcony with a game viewing platform and services of a personal butler.

Special features: Guests enjoy the highest standards of personalized attention, accommodation, meals and service. All beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), food, laundry and game drives in a customized fleet of Land Rovers are included as part of Kirawira Camp's unique offering.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
Two Luxury Dining Tents - Large, beautifully-appointed, tent with raised wood flooring serves as the lounge and bar which is available for guest use throughout the day and evening. In the spirit of Kirawira's operating concept, guests can order, at any time, their preferred hot or cold beverage (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) or food snacks - all are provided on a complimentary basis. A light afternoon tea is available in the mid-afternoon.
Guests can also choose to have any or all of their meals served on the deck of their tent.
Bar Lounge/Bar Tent: Seating capacity of Lounge/Bar Tent: 30 people plus 20 people on the terrace

GENERAL FACILITIES:
Balcony with game viewing platform; chairs and table
Hammocks (in 08 tents)
Writing table
Shaver outlet and shaving mirror
His and hers bathroom vanities
Voltage 220-240 volts
Express check-in and check-out facilities
Laundry and valet services
Gift shop
Crocodile Blinds
Sundowners
Secretarial Services available

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
Swimming pool
Nature and Bird Walks
Massage Services
Game Drives in customized vehicles at the time preferred by the client
Walking Safaris - two hours with armed ranger and undertaken by camp manager
Excursions to Grumeti River, fishing at Lake Victoria
Hot air balloon safaris

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Not available unless on request.

CLIMATE: The temperature is comfortably hot during the day, nights can be chilly. Rains occur between November and May, the heaviest rainfall is normally in April. June to October is dry and windy. September and October are much drier before the November rains.