Nomad’s expeditionary mobile is the embodiment of light-touch safari excellence. This small, private camp is old-school in all the best ways; light enough to accompany walking safaris in truly remote places, comfortable enough to be truly spoiling.
It’s 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. This means we can get into - and around - some of Tanzania’s least explored wilderness areas. Places where we have the freedom to be truly flexible. To be alone, but connected in ways we may have forgotten.
Time for a refuel
Gol Mountain views across the Serengeti Plains
Wilderness locations all to yourself
Camp fires and safari tales
Early mornings in Ugalla
Light touch tents under a shady spot
Time to stop and stare
Old-school safari and simple pleasures
Watching the sunrise from your tent
Enjoy sleeping under a blanket of stars
A camp crew to look after you
Bucket showers and hot water on demand
African wilderness, all to yourself
Specialist Nomad guides to lead the trip
Views across the Serengeti
Walk in wild areas in the Serengeti
Lazy afternoons overlooking the Serengeti
Views for miles and miles walking the Gol Mountains
Your extraordinary camp crew is small but mighty and comes with every skill needed for bush life. You'll head off with an experienced cook that will create wholesome and delicious meals over the campfire, a waiter that doubles as bar attendant and finally a room attendant to make your time in the bush surprisingly comfortable!
It depends, some are short hops, others can be full-day journeys. Often, the journey is the experience and can become the ultimate game drive as you traverse different areas of National Parks.
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!
The transport networks in Tanzania are very good with internal flight schedules across the country. It is possible to fly into the parks and land at one of the bush airstrips. From there, most lodges will arrange for a transfer journey from airstrip to the lodge. Depending on the lodge location, this can vary in journey time. Or, if you opt for a driving safari in northern Tanzania, your guide (included as standard with Nomad) will transport you from location to location.
Many do, yes - private dinners, spa treatments or surprise sundowners that add thoughtful moments to the trip. Occasionally, there are discounts for one spouse and it can be worth researching.
A safari with your family is a magical way to spend quality time with your children, immersed in the wilderness and surrounded by wildlife. Time on safari with your family allows all to disconnect from your busy daily lives. Tailor your family safari with a private guide and vehicle plus make sure you look at family specific properties such as Mkombe's House. When inside the national parks, most camps have age restrictions with 8+ being a general guide.
Much depends on the age of your children, if on the young side then we'd advise not trying to cram too much in to your days but plan your safari in bitesize chunks bringing new excitement around every corner.
This is the trip of lifetime so you must have a good camera (or phone) to capture those wonderful memories. More importantly is a decent pair of binoculars - essential for your time in the bush. Sunscreen and insect repellant should be in the bag as well as a good water bottle, although you will be provided with a Nomad water bottle as part of your stay - hydration is really important on safari and in dry climates. Check your luggage restrictions with your tour operator as there are restrictions on luggage allowance for domestic flights in Tanzania. Also, if you react to insect bites be sure to bring antihistamines. It is a good idea to carry loperamide (commonly sold as Imodium) just in case.
The first difference is terrain. The Serengeti is all vast plains and iconic kopjes, whereas Nyerere is riverine wilderness where variety in activity becomes ever possible, boating, fishing etc. Both areas are wild with superb game but very different in landscape.
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.