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Very few people have been to Ugalla and you're likely to have the entire park to yourselves. Charlie fits this pioneering landscape perfectly.

This new National Park is raw, nuanced country — floodplains, palm forests, shifting river channels and wide, quiet woodlands. Charlie is a wonderful option for exploring this lesser know location: light on its feet, able to follow conditions, explore on foot, and settle into places shaped by weather, tracks, and movement. Wildlife here rewards curiosity rather than checklist thinking, making Charlie the ideal way to understand how a young wilderness evolves season by season.

Ugalla is where Charlie truly comes into its own between mid July and mid October; pioneering landscape and exploration at your fingertips.

UGALLA NATIONAL PARK

Pioneering safari, totally off-grid

Our step into Ugalla is a conscious step back to our roots as safari pioneers, because while the world may have changed, the things that make a safari exceptional haven’t.

Designed with exploration in mind, lightness of touch and mobility are central to its purpose. Charlie can get into - and around - some of Tanzania’s least explored wilderness areas - Ugalla is certainly that. Places where we have the freedom to be truly flexible. To be alone, but connected in ways we may have forgotten.

UGALLA NATIONAL PARK

Have the place to yourself

Ugalla is one of Tanzania’s last true frontiers—a vast, little‑visited National Park of floodplains, palm forests and shifting river channels. Few people have ever explored it, giving the place a rare, pioneering feel. Wildlife moves quietly here, shaped by water and season, and the solitude is extraordinary. It’s nuanced, raw, and the perfect landscape for a camp like Charlie.

Time with Charlie

A string of camps in some of the wildest places on the planet. A front row seat to the best wildlife in Africa. Backstage is the engine room for opportunity.
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Charlie, Ruaha

Ruaha

A light, roving camp exploring Ruaha’s quiet river edges — superb walking and excellent resident wildlife.
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Charlie, Sanjan

Serengeti

Dramatic Rift Valley country of gorges, cliffs, and open plains — immersive walking in a striking landscape.
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Charlie, Southwest Serengeti

Serengeti

Wide open plains, granite kopjes, and big skies — the Serengeti of old, explored slowly and on foot.

Reviews

13.07.2026

S. Johnson

Review for kuro

"Exceeded Expectations"

Our stay at Kuro exceeded any expectation we had. From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed and cared for by every member of the team. The camp is beautifully designed, incredibly comfortable, and blends seamlessly into the surrounding wilderness, making you feel completely immersed in ...

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Camps visited:
Entamanu Ngorongoro, Ngorongoro Kuro, Tarangire Lamai, Serengeti

12.07.2026

K. Bloeodorn and K. Meza Prado

Review for kuro

Highly Professional

This place is highly professional and know what they are doing.

Camps visited:
Lamai, Serengeti Kuro, Tarangire Entamanu Ngorongoro, Ngorongoro

10.07.2026

W. Cussons

Review for kuro

Incredible Night Safari

The night safari was incredible! The food was amazing. Martha was brilliant as were all the staff. Nothing too much trouble. They made the stay incredible. Raymond runs a brilliant camp. Our guide, Emmanuel was superb! Wildlife was amazing and we were lucky enough to see a leopard.

Camps visited:
Kuro, Tarangire Entamanu Ngorongoro, Ngorongoro

08.07.2026

S. Meldrum

Review for lamai

Thoughtful Hotel Experience

The lovely staff!! Very attentive. Morning coffee. Amazing food. Laundry included. Drinks in the room. View from the room, comfy beds. Christmas tree drinks on final night! We have never stayed in such a thoughtful hotel. Thank You!

Camps visited:
Lamai, Serengeti Entamanu Ngorongoro, Ngorongoro

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What I wish I knew before going on safari

Always take a good pair of binoculars. And slow down. Take time to enjoy and area or the safari camps. There is sometimes nothing more special than spending the afternoon or early morning on your veranda and letting the wildlife come to you.

What are sundowners?

Sundowners are a wonderful part of safari life. At the end of your day in the bush, its time to kick back and celebrate the sightings, the adventures and time with your loved ones. All with something cold in hand!

Do I need a visa to travel to Tanzania?

Not all travellers into Tanzania require a visa. You must have a single entry tourist visa or business visa, is the general rule but there are country exemptions from this. On the most part, single entry or business visas can be obtained on arrival but we recommend where possible, to process the visa online ahead of travel - just make sure you allow enough time to do so!

Can I go on safari and visit Zanzibar in one trip?

Yes absolutely, Tanzania has superb transport links from the mainland to Zanzibar as well as neighbouring islands too. Many travellers choose to spend some time in the wild on safari before heading to the coast for some R&R.

When is the green season?

From late November to May. It's a gorgeous time to be in Tanzania - expect dramatic skies, lush landscapes and superb wildlife. Also, less people.

How much driving is involved in a Tanzania Safari?

The driving distances on a Tanzania safari can vary depending on the area you are visiting and also your appetite for driving. Northern Tanzania allows for a full driving circuit with National Parks within reasonable distances. We love to drive when we can as we believe it allows for an exciting adventure through towns and villages and you learn so much about Tanzania and its wonderful people.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Tanzania?

We advise against drinking the tap water in Tanzania and as such, we provide safe drinking water in all camps and vehicles so guests can remain well hydrated throughout their trip.

How much do I tip my safari guide?

Firstly, you should only tip of you genuinely feel that the service you have received warrants it. Tips are never expected, but always appreciated. Tipping amounts very much depends on your experience but we tend to work with a range of 10-15 US dollars per guest per day. Equally, it's not unusual for a family or group to pitch in slightly below this as a group tip.

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