Seronera Central Serengeti · Safari Lodge
Malaika Seronera Luxury Camp
Twelve canvas tents on the banks of the Warangi 3 River, run year round in the heart of central Serengeti.
About
Malaika Seronera Luxury Camp sits on the banks of the Warangi 3 River in central Serengeti, opened by the Malaika family in September 2023 and run year round. Twelve canvas tents line a shaded clearing on the plain: ten Luxury Tents and two interconnecting Luxury Family Tents, all wheelchair accessible, all set up for the long unhurried evenings the central Serengeti is known for.
This stretch of the Serengeti is the place to come for resident wildlife. Lion prides hold the river all year, leopards rest in the sausage trees, cheetah hunt the open plains around Maasai Kopjes, and the Seronera River draws elephant and buffalo into the camp's line of sight. Game drives launch from the property both morning and afternoon.
Full board is served camp-style in the mess tent. The kitchen prepares gluten-free and vegan menus on request, mineral water comes with every meal, and 220V power runs to the rooms and the main pavilion. Wheelchair access runs across the camp.
The camp suits first-time safari guests, families with older children, and photographers who want a steady base in the central park. Reach the camp by light aircraft to Seronera airstrip (around 1 hour from Arusha, then 45 minutes by vehicle) or by road from Arusha at roughly 375 kilometres and six hours.
Signature experiences
Year-round resident game drives
Twice-daily game drives into the Seronera river system, where resident lion, leopard, and cheetah are visible throughout the year.
Honeymoon turn-down
On request the camp configures a Luxury Tent for honeymoon couples with privacy in the layout.
Bush meal experience
A bush lunch, dinner, or breakfast served out on the plain, set up by the camp team for an additional fee.
Amenities
- Hot Shower
- Flush Toilets
- 24-hour Electricity (220V)
- Mineral Water With Meals
- Mosquito Net
- Hair Dryer
- In-room Safe
- Bathroom Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Lounge
- Private Dining Available
- Card Payment Accepted (Visa And Mastercard)
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Gluten-free And Vegan Menus On Request
- Radio Call
- Extra Bed Available
- Room Service On Request
- Laundry Service On Request
Best for
- First-Time Safari
- Family
- Photography
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Year-Round Safari
Wildlife you might see
- Resident Lion Prides On The Seronera River System
- Year-round Leopard In The Sausage Trees
- Cheetah On The Open Plains Around Maasai Kopjes
- Elephant And Buffalo At The River
- Big-cat-rich Central Serengeti
Best time to visit
May
Location & access
Seronera Central Serengeti
Fly-in: 1 hour 45 minutes total: 1 hour Cessna flight from Arusha Airport (ARK) to Seronera airstrip, then a 45-minute vehicle transfer (35 km) to camp.
Drive: Around 6 hours from Arusha (375 km). Most guests break the journey overnight in Karatu or at the Ngorongoro rim before continuing into central Serengeti the next day.
Room types
Luxury Tent
Sixty-six square metre canvas tent with ensuite hot-water bathroom, mosquito-netted bed, and solar-charged 220V lighting. Available as Single, Double, Twin, and Triple configurations.
Luxury Family Tent
Two interconnecting Luxury Tents with one double bed and two single beds, configured for up to four guests sharing a private lounge.
What's included
Included
- Full Board (breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Mineral Water With Meals
- VAT And Tanzania Development Levy
- 24-hour Electricity (220V)
- Wheelchair Accessibility
Not included
- Park Entry Fees (paid Per Day, Per Person, At Park Gate)
- Concession And Camping Fees
- WMA Fees Where Applicable
- Laundry
- Drinks Beyond Water At Meals
- Medical Insurance And Emergency Evacuation
- Tips And Gratuities
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Frequently asked
How many tents does Malaika Seronera Luxury Camp have?
Twelve tents in total: ten Luxury Tents and two interconnecting Luxury Family Tents. All tents are wheelchair accessible.
When is the camp open?
The camp is open year round. Central Serengeti delivers resident lion, leopard, and cheetah twelve months a year.
How do guests reach the camp?
By light aircraft from Arusha to Seronera airstrip (around 1 hour, then 45 minutes by vehicle), or by road from Arusha at roughly 375 kilometres and six hours.
Are families with children welcome?
Yes. Children under five are complimentary; children between five and twelve at half the adult sharing rate when sharing with adults. The Family Tent fits two adults and two children.
What is included in the rate?
Full board with mineral water at meals, VAT, and TDL. Park entry, concession, camping fees, drinks beyond water, and laundry are charged separately.
What is the best time to visit?
Central Serengeti runs strong year round. June through October are driest; January through March bring the calving migration just to the south.
What's nearby
- Olduvai GorgeRoughly 2 to 3 hour transfer south. Paleontological site where the Leakey family uncovered some of the earliest human fossils.
- Hot-air balloon over the Seronera plainsDawn balloon flight booked through an independent operator from the airstrip.
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