Nomad Tanzania is one of East Africa's original safari companies. For the past 20 years we’ve owned and operated our outstanding small safari camps in three of the remotest corners of Tanzania. Over the years we’ve built a reputation for quality that we’re proud of.
The combination of our camps makes for some outstanding safaris. In this section you'll find some ideas to give you a taste of what we think works best.
You can flick through our sample safaris to get ideas, or filter them by month, camp or both to find suggestions that fit your specific requirements.
Northern Tanzania:
The unspoilt corners of the Serengeti, Loliondo and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area are where Nomad was born...
Camps within Northern Tanzania:
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Lamai Serengeti
Lamai Serengeti, our Pride Rock, has the most commanding vantage point for miles with views to the mara river valley and beyond...
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Serengeti Safari Camp
Shadowing the movements of the migration, this camp offers superlative game viewing from an oasis of safari civilization...
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Nduara Loliondo
Since we first came to Loliondo we've been captivated by the freedom and space. This is Maasailand, wild and unspoilt..
Western Tanzania:
The far west of Tanzania is as far from the safari circuit as you can get. Arriving here is like travelling back in time...
Camps within Western Tanzania:
Southern Tanzania:
The south for us means the Selous, home to us for more than 20 years and still offering an unparalleled experience of wild Africa...
Camps within Southern Tanzania:
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Western Tanzania Blogs:
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Greystoke Mahale
On a white sandy beach at the foot of the Mahale Mountains, Greystoke Mahale is exceptional in a way that must be seen to be believed...
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Chada Katavi
In the 20 years since we first arrived at Chada, life has rarely been dull. Keep up with the comings of Chada's elephants and others..
Nomad Tanzania is one of East Africa's original safari companies.
For the past 20 years we've pioneered, owned and operated our outstanding small safari camps in three of the remotest corners of Tanzania. If you are looking for superb locations, exceptional guiding and the essence of safari, get in touch.
Few nights out will leave you with memories of this quality.
Flycamping is a wonderful surpise, best left unexplained...you simply have to try it for yourself. Do something exceptional that you won't forget.
Selous Fly Camping
Adventures aren't only for grown-ups.
Going on safari as a family means time spent together, new experiences for everyone and the sort of memories that last a lifetime.
Take the kids on safari in Tanzania
"Simple but luxurious, the service, food and guiding are all five star, as are the spectacular views."
- Tom Barber of Original Travel, Elle Magazine March 2013
Greystoke Mahale is the Chic-est of Shacks
Visit the Serengeti between December & March
Combine the migration in the southern plains with the remote northern Serengeti for a great value, awesome wildlife safari.
Serengeti in Secret Season
Chada Katavi has always been wild
Katavi is a wild place. We often get elephant passing through camp - it's as if people are very much the visitors to a place belonging to the animals. That's why we love it.
Big Mammals doing Big Things
Wildebeest Migration - Crossing The Mara River
Watch this breathtaking video shot by Nicky Lancaster exclusively for Nomad Tanzania
Dramatic footage of the Mara River crossing
"We both so hope that Nomad can resist the increasing demand ...for smarter, glitzier camps, and keep the mobile camp just as it is: for us, it is perfectly in keeping with the bush, and added immeasurably to our enjoyment. "
- Harvey/Rae, Feb 2013
Feedback from guests who've stayed with us
Featured Safari:
Wild Safari: Mahale chimps and big game in Katavi
A week in Western Tanzania combining Chada Katavi and Greystoke Mahale with walking safaris, game drives, boating & chimp trekking.
Day 1. Chada Katavi
- Early morning departure from Arusha via the Serengeti (dependent on schedule) and Tabora to refuel. Arrive into Katavi in time for a late lunch and a siesta.
- Take a short afternoon walk with one of our safari guides and armed scout and see more of the the area around camp, getting back in time for sundowners around the fire and supper in the mess tent.
Day 2. Chada Katavi
- Morning game drive and head further into the wilds of Katavi. Katavi is renowned for its game, huge herds of buffalo and elephants are often on the plains in front of camp and the animal interaction can be intense.
- We'd suggest sundowners out on the plains, the light is gorgeous at that time of day and watch the big herds of buffalo come in.
Day 3. Katavi fly camp
- Another early start to beat the heat; explore further afield and take a picnic lunch with you stopping at your fly camp where you'll spend the night.
- After lunch we'd suggest a short walk around this new area, back in camp in time for sundowners followed by dinner.
Day 4. Chada Katavi
- Wake in your fly camp and enjoy a cook-out breakfast.
- The choice is yours if you'd like to do a short walk, then a game drive back to camp or hop in the vehicle and drive back to camp the long way.
- We always love a siesta after lunch, then how about a gentle stroll and bird walk around the camp and environs before drinks around the fire and supper.
Day 5. Greystoke Mahale
- Mid-morning departure from Chada Katavi for your one-hour flight to Mahale airstrip, followed by a 90 minute trip down the lake in the dhow to Greystoke Mahale with lunch on board.
- After arrival, settle into Greystoke, meeting the staff who will also tell you about the chimping activities and all else on offer here. Afternoon at leisure to swim, take a dhow cruise down the lake, a spot of fishing, a short forest hike, or just relax on ...
Day 6. Greystoke Mahale
- After breakfast in the mess, the scouts and trackers will tell you the whereabouts of the chimps. Head off in two groups of six, walking up the narrow mountain trails to find them. On reaching the chimps, spend an hour with them whilst they do their own thing, eating, foraging, playing, squabbling...
- After a well-earned lunch in the mess, head off snorkeling or for a swim further out in the lake. At sunset enjoy a beach supper under ...
Day 7. Greystoke Mahale
- Start the day with more chimp trekking after breakfast; take snacks along with you, sometimes you have to walk quite far. If you've walked far the boat might meet you and take you back to camp, stopping near the waterfalls for an swim in the ice-cold rock pools.
- Catch up on the day's stories around the bar, before dinner in the main mess.
Day 8. Depart
- Head out early morning in one of our kayaks and have your first cup of coffee out in the middle of the lake or enjoy a relaxed morning in camp before boarding the dhow and heading back up to the airstrip before boarding the plane back to Arusha and your onwards travels.
Latest from Our Blogs:
Our fabulous camp managers can be found via their own camp blogs, where they have centre stage - and a free rein - to tell you exactly what goes on 'on safari'.
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