Hippo Trails Camp - Serengeti National Park

Hippo Trails Camp is a camp near Serengeti National Park.

Location
Serengeti National Park, Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit, Tanzania, East Africa
Coordinates
-2.305815, 34.833782
Elevation
1,388m
Activities
camp

PlnrScore: 31/100

Wildlife Near This Lodge

689 species observed within 20 km, 64 mammals, 360 birds.

  • Lion (Mammalia, 584 observations)
  • Common Hippopotamus (Mammalia, 367 observations)
  • Maasai Giraffe (Mammalia, 360 observations)
  • Tsessebe (Mammalia, 352 observations)
  • Impala (Mammalia, 352 observations)
  • Spotted Hyena (Mammalia, 303 observations)
  • African Savanna Elephant (Mammalia, 297 observations)
  • Nile Crocodile (Reptilia, 288 observations)
  • Leopard (Mammalia, 268 observations)
  • Bush Hyrax (Mammalia, 258 observations)

Best Time to Visit Hippo Trails Camp

The best months to visit Hippo Trails 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

What unique wildlife viewing opportunities does Hippo Trails Camp offer directly from the camp grounds?

Hippo Trails Camp is strategically located to offer more than just game drives. Guests often spot various bird species, smaller mammals, and even nocturnal visitors like civets or genets around the camp. Its proximity to water sources means you might hear hippos at night, providing an immersive bush experience right from your tent.

When is the best time to visit Hippo Trails Camp to experience the Great Migration near the Serengeti?

While the Great Migration is fluid, Hippo Trails Camp is ideally situated to witness parts of it, particularly from December to March when the herds are often in the southern Serengeti for calving. For resident wildlife and fewer crowds, the dry season (June to October) also offers excellent viewing opportunities as animals congregate around water sources.

What can guests expect regarding the level of comfort and amenities at Hippo Trails Camp, being a tented camp?

Hippo Trails Camp provides comfortable, spacious canvas tents featuring proper beds, en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets and safari showers. While embracing the authentic bush experience, the camp ensures essential comforts like solar-powered lighting and charging facilities in communal areas, along with delicious meals served in a communal dining tent.

How does Hippo Trails Camp ensure guest safety given its location within a wildlife-rich area near Serengeti National Park?

Guest safety is paramount at Hippo Trails Camp. The camp is staffed with experienced rangers and security personnel who provide 24-hour vigilance and escort guests to and from their tents after dark. Briefings on wildlife encounters and camp protocols are provided upon arrival to ensure a secure and respectful co-existence with nature.

What is typically included in the nightly rate at Hippo Trails Camp, and what additional costs should travelers anticipate?

A stay at Hippo Trails Camp usually includes full board accommodation (all meals) and often daily shared game drives within Serengeti National Park. Additional costs typically involve park entrance fees, alcoholic beverages, gratuities for staff, and any personal items or optional activities not explicitly listed in your package.

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