Central Serengeti Luxury Camp - Serengeti National Park
Central Serengeti Luxury Camp is a camp near Serengeti National Park.
- Location
- Serengeti National Park, Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit, Tanzania, East Africa
- Coordinates
- -2.433521, 34.889065
- Elevation
- 1,559m
- Activities
- camp
PlnrScore: 35/100
Wildlife Near This Lodge
711 species observed within 20 km, 61 mammals, 362 birds.
- Lion (Mammalia, 767 observations)
- Common Hippopotamus (Mammalia, 411 observations)
- Maasai Giraffe (Mammalia, 401 observations)
- African Savanna Elephant (Mammalia, 377 observations)
- Spotted Hyena (Mammalia, 367 observations)
- Tsessebe (Mammalia, 364 observations)
- Leopard (Mammalia, 354 observations)
- Cheetah (Mammalia, 332 observations)
- Impala (Mammalia, 328 observations)
- Nile Crocodile (Reptilia, 306 observations)
Monthly Climate
| Month | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.9C | 15.7C | 106.4mm |
| Feb | 28.2C | 16.2C | 77.9mm |
| Mar | 28.3C | 16.4C | 78.3mm |
| Apr | 27.3C | 16.2C | 120.2mm |
| May | 27.4C | 15.9C | 41.9mm |
| Jun | 27.6C | 15.2C | 4.4mm |
| Jul | 27.6C | 14.5C | 4.4mm |
| Aug | 28.6C | 15.3C | 5mm |
| Sep | 29.4C | 16.1C | 24.6mm |
| Oct | 30.6C | 16.8C | 16mm |
| Nov | 28.4C | 16.6C | 107.5mm |
| Dec | 27.5C | 16C | 89.4mm |
Best Time to Visit Central Serengeti Luxury Camp
The best months to visit Central Serengeti Luxury Camp are June, August, October, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Month-by-Month Safari Conditions
- January: Great, temperature 21.56°C, rainfall 103.4mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs, humidity 68.8%
- February: Great, temperature 22.58°C, rainfall 73.5mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 64.5%
- March: Great, temperature 22.8°C, rainfall 88.8mm, sunshine 10.9 hrs, humidity 62.8%
- April: Good, temperature 21.78°C, rainfall 135.5mm, sunshine 10.3 hrs, humidity 71.4%
- May: Great, temperature 22.1°C, rainfall 50.8mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 63.4%
- June: Great, temperature 22.66°C, rainfall 6.9mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 48.4%
- July: Great, temperature 22.56°C, rainfall 3.4mm, sunshine 10 hrs, humidity 44.5%
- August: Great, temperature 23.39°C, rainfall 10.4mm, sunshine 10.3 hrs, humidity 44.4%
- September: Great, temperature 23.73°C, rainfall 27.8mm, sunshine 10.5 hrs, humidity 48.7%
- October: Great, temperature 24.51°C, rainfall 31.4mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 49.4%
- November: Great, temperature 22.59°C, rainfall 138.5mm, sunshine 10.3 hrs, humidity 64%
- December: Great, temperature 21.9°C, rainfall 91.3mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs, humidity 68.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the optimal time to experience the Great Migration near Central Serengeti Luxury Camp, and what other wildlife can I expect year-round?
While the Great Migration's exact timing varies, herds typically pass through the Central Serengeti region from December to May and again from July to October, offering excellent viewing opportunities. Beyond the migration, the camp's central location ensures superb year-round wildlife viewing, including resident big cats, elephants, giraffes, and diverse birdlife.
What kind of luxury accommodations and amenities does Central Serengeti Luxury Camp offer, given its remote location?
Central Serengeti Luxury Camp provides spacious, well-appointed canvas tents featuring comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets and hot bucket showers, and private verandas. Guests can expect solar-powered lighting, a communal dining tent, and a lounge area for relaxation, ensuring comfort amidst the wilderness.
What does a typical day at Central Serengeti Luxury Camp involve, and what unique safari activities are available?
A typical day begins with an early morning game drive, followed by breakfast back at camp or a bush breakfast, then relaxation or an optional afternoon game drive. While primarily focused on game drives within Serengeti National Park, the camp can often arrange special experiences like hot air balloon safaris (at an additional cost) or guided bush walks in designated areas, offering unique perspectives of the landscape.
What health and safety precautions should I be aware of when staying at Central Serengeti Luxury Camp?
The camp prioritizes guest safety with 24-hour staff presence and security measures. It is advisable to consult your doctor about anti-malarial medication before your trip, as the Serengeti is a malaria-risk area. Always follow your guide's instructions during game drives and camp staff's guidelines regarding movement around the camp, especially after dark.
What is typically included in the cost of a stay at Central Serengeti Luxury Camp, and how far in advance should I book?
Stays at Central Serengeti Luxury Camp generally include full board accommodation (all meals), daily game drives with experienced guides, and park fees. Beverages, laundry service, and additional activities like hot air balloon safaris are usually extra. Due to its popularity and limited capacity, booking 6-12 months in advance is highly recommended, especially for peak season travel.
Other Safari Lodges in Serengeti National Park
- Cherero Camp
- Dik Dik Public Campsite
- Embalakai Camps
- Engiterata Adventure Camps
- Enkirari Wilderness Camp
- Hippo Trails Camp
- Into wild (signature serengeti) makoma 10
- Kananga Special Tented Camp
- Kati kati tented camp- makoma extra
- Kenzan Luxury Tented Lodge
- Kenzan Tented Camp Seronera
- Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge
- KumbuKumbu Luxury Tented Camp
- Kuru Camp
- Lahia Tented Lodge
- Lemala Enwanjan Camp
- Mara Kati Kati Tented Camp
- Matawi Serengeti Camp
- Narudi Tented Camp
- Ngiri Public Campsite
- Nguchiro Public Campsite
- Nyani Public Campsite
- Nyikani Camp - Central Serengeti
- Ole Serai Luxury Camp - Seronera
- Ole Serai Luxury Camps - Moru Kopjes
- Osinon Camp
- Osupuko Serengeti Tented Camp
- Pimbi Public Campsite
- Rongai 4 Special Campsite
- Ronjo Camp
- Roving Bushtops
- Serengeti Bush Camp
- Serengeti Kifaru Tented Lodge
- Serengeti Safari Lodge
- Serengeti Sound of Nature Luxury Tented Camp
- Serengeti Tortilis Camp
- Serengeti View Camp - South Rongai 11
- Serengeti Wild Camp
- Serengeti Wildebeest Camp
- Sero 2 Special Campsite
- Sero 4 Special Campsite
- Seronera camp
- Shuhudia Adventure Camp
- Siringit Serengeti Camp
- Staff Camp
- Sueños de África Luxury Camp
- Thorn Tree Camp
- Tukaone Hembe Camp
- Tumbili Public Campsite
Parks in Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit
- Arusha National Park
- Burunge Wildlife Management Area
- Chome Forest Reserve
- Duluti Arusha Forest
- Enduimet Community Wildlife Management Area
- Enguserosambu Nature Reserve
- Grumeti Game Reserve
- Ikona Wildlife Management Area
- Ikorongo Game Reserve
- Kijereshi Game Reserve
- Kilimanjaro National Park
- Lake Manyara National Park
- Lake Natron Game Controlled Area
- Loliondo Game Controlled Area
- Makame Community Wildlife Management Area