You can see from this outcrop, the Kogakuria Kopje, for miles and miles. Over a million wildebeest cross these plains on their annual migration through the Serengeti to the Mara River, just down the track. Above it all, our beautiful kopje watches over and is a sacred wildlife haven – and our mission is to act as its faithful guardians.
The beautiful mess area at Lamai Serengeti, with endless views over the Serengeti plains.
Everything in our camps is locally sourced and hand made in East Africa. We think it gives our camps that extra bit of flair that's uniquely Nomad.
Breakfast with endless Serengeti views from Lamai Serengeti.
The main bar at Lamai Serengeti, full of locally sourced and inspired interiors and the coolest place to hang out in the Serengeti.
Start the day with coffee from your veranda, with a view!
A morning cup of tea whilst you watch the sunrise
A curious lion cub surveying the plains in the Serengeti National Park.
Locally sourced, fresh, tasty, home cooking at Lamai Serengeti. It is a marvel what our superb camp chefs can rustle up in the middle of nowhere.
Cheetah making the most of a higher vantage point near Lamai Serengeti.
On foot in the Serengeti, walking from our camp Lamai
Breakfast as the sun rises over the Serengeti from Lamai Serengeti.
The rooms are light-filled, taking full advantage of the open front
Dining with endless views over the Serengeti at Lamai Serengeti.
A close up of the Maasai beading detail on a wall hanging.
Lamai Serengeti main mess on the rocks
A leopard in the Kogatende area around Lamai Serengeti.
Lamai Serengeti, sunset sundowners
Wildebeest thunder across the Mara River, dodging the jaws of giant crocodiles in their continual search for greener pastures. Credit - Trevor Holden.
Enjoy a sundowner whilst planning where to go next
Sunrise wake up
Local paintings from Tanzania decorate the walls at Lamai.
Master beadwork by local Maasai.
One of the greatest wildlife spectacles on the planet - the Great Migration.
The Mara River in the Northern Serengeti.
A cheetah keeping a close eye on the wildebeest herds in the Serengeti National Park.
Endless views for miles and miles from our iconic Lamai Serengeti.
All of our interiors at Lamai Serengeti have been designed and created by hand in East Africa.
The wildebeest migration in the Serengeti National Park.
The rooms at Lamai Serengeti are designed to blend and complement our unique location on the Kogakuria Kopje.
Endless views from the Kogakuria Kopje - home to Lamai Serengeti and Mkombe
A klipspringer in the Northern Serengeti.
A young male lion in the Serengeti National Park.
Wildebeest thundering across the Mara River.
The beautiful private lounge area at Lamai Private.
The Mara River in the Northern Serengeti.
Breakfast at Lamai Private. Your own exclusive corner of Northern Serengeti.
Elephant in the Serengeti National Park.
Game drives in the Serengeti National Park.
Dining with endless views over the Serengeti at Lamai Serengeti.
The area surrounding Lamai Serengeti is home to incredible resident big game year round.
Three cheetah brothers scanning the plains in the Serengeti National Park.
The family accommodation at Lamai Serengeti is made up of two bedrooms joined by a shared bathroom. The adults room is open-fronted whilst the children
Dinner under the stars at Lamai Serengeti.
A cheetah stalks a herd of wildebeest in the Serengeti.
Buffalo on the Serengeti plains.
No comfort spared.
The swimming pool boasts amazing views over the Serengeti.
The main mess at Lamai Serengeti, decked out in all things unique and beautifully made by local artisans.
Dining al fresco at Lamai Serengeti.
Lots of light and everything you need in your en-suite bathroom.
There are four open fronted rooms at Lamai Private, all with beautiful views over the Serengeti.
An exclusive retreat for groups of friends and large families at Lamai Private.
The private swimming pool at Lamai Private, tucked away within endless Serengeti vistas.
The main mess are at Lamai Private, thoughtfully designed with small groups of friends and family in mind.
Lamai Private is tucked away along the edge of the plains at the base of the Kogakuria Kopje.
Lamai Private has it's own private crew of wonderful staff, determined to make you feel right at home in the heart of the Serengeti.
Breakfast at Lamai Private.
The view from Lamai Private stretches out across the Serengeti plains.
Each of the rooms at Lamai Private have endless views over the Serengeti.
Light, airy en-suite bathrooms at Lamai Private still make the most of the incredible views over the Serengeti plains.
Our interiors at Lamai Private are all locally sourced, organic and all handmade.
Dawn over the Serengeti from our exclusive little Lamai Private.
Your own private camp for you to do as you please. Lamai Private offers unbeatable Serengeti privacy for groups of friends and families.
A zebra glowing in the morning light in the Serengeti National Park.
A quiet corner to contemplate the Serengeti at Lamai Private.
Iconic scenes with iconic giants and endless horizons in the Serengeti National Park.
There is nothing quite as dramatic as a Serengeti sunset.
Lamai’s little sister, exclusively for private groups. Our private camp comes with all the appeal and flair of our main camp, plus the benefit of privacy for you and yours.
Tanzania's Leading Safari Lodge winner for the 7th year in a row
Life long learning & growth
Investing in education
Knowing the importance of the best start to early learning, we have launched our meal-a-day programme into Mbilikili, a remote village on the edge of northern Serengeti. This provides over 100 children one square meal a day and the best possible start on their education journey.
Conservation & environment
Sharing our love of the natural world
Nomad is very proud to be one of the first operators to engage with this conservation programme. For each night spent at Lamai we donate $1 to the programme and look to top-up with further donations from our shop and massage profits. To date, we have donated over $10,000 but more importantly facilitated a programme that is making a serious dent in the illegal trapping and poaching of wildlife in the Serengeti.
Life long learning & growth
Investing in education
Since we started, we've always made a point of using local suppliers and artisans to furnish our award-winning camps. Comfy sofas and shaggy lampshades that adorn Lamai’s lounge are made by a lady named Eliza. She is a local basket weaver whose talent was spied by Jo Cooke, Nomad interior designer extraordinaire. Jo worked with Eliza to perfect her design and workmanship, and now our camps are filled with pouffes, placemats and woven wonders of all sorts. Not only do they represent local craftmanship, but they also support a mother who can now send her children to school.
Conservation & environment
Sharing our love of the natural world
Small details that make a big difference.
We're immensely proud of these humble cleaning devices: the next step on our mission to get our kitchens plastic-free.
We met Fatma, a lovely lady who works in a sisal factory in Tanga on the Tanzanian coastline. She introduced us to Abdul, who is a woodworker. We set them the task of creating the perfect scourer and brush with handle and interchangeable head - and after a bit of back and forth, they nailed it.
Our Northern Tanzania camps are in enviable locations that mean we can take you deeper into this epic wilderness and create life changing experiences.
Yes, English in widely spoken in Tanzania, especially in camps and by safari guides. Swahili is the main language and knowing a few words and phrases will always earn you a smile.
Absolutely. Wild, remote and deeply romantic. We believe a safari honeymoon strikes the perfect balance of adventure and calm. No two days are ever the same and what better way to kick off married life.
Yes you can charge your devices whilst on safari. Most camps have connection points in the tent or room. Also, in most safari vehicle there is charging points available so you can keep all your cameras and phones topped up and never miss that wonderful sighting.
Quiet, wild and wonderfully different. Enjoy your festive dinners under the stars with lion calls in the distance - what a gift for the family.
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.
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.
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.
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.