Designed with a simplicity that lets nature do the talking

Kigelia’s carefully judged simplicity allows for a particular intimacy with the bush, and the beasts we share it with.

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Dining

Bedrooms

Airy. Spacious. Classic.

Our six tents at Kigelia lie deep in the heart of the Ruaha bush.

Bedrooms

Soak it all up

Kigelia has a special kind of magic that means we live alongside the wildlife. There is no better spot to enjoy your early morning coffee.

Bedrooms

Perched above the passing wildlife

Each room is built on the edge of the dry riverbed, a wildlife lookout from your own digs.

Bathrooms
Bedrooms
Bathrooms

Safari style bucket showers

Open to the elements and known to have to odd onlooker from time to time.

Dining
Bathrooms
Dining

A mess full of character

Open to the elements, full of light and a wonderful setting to share safari tales with camp mates.

Dining

Dinner under the stars at Kigelia

The lanterns are lit and dinner is served, we’re all set for your romantic evening serenaded by the sounds of the wild.

Dining

Lazy lunches al fresco

If you're sitting in a riverbed with your toes in the sand, breeze in your hair and the whisper of the wild all around you - you're doing lunch right, we reckon.

In a grove of sausage trees in Ruaha National Park on the banks of the Ifuguru River, in the best game area in the park.

Key details

Open

June to March

6

ensuite safari tents

6

private star beds with each room

Safari bucket showers

Flush loos

One large family safari tent

Charging available

Minimum age

8

Reviews

A. Mitchell

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Truly Magical Experience

I would highly recommend this camp, the outstanding staff, wildlife and setting, creates a truly magical experience

A. Craig

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Intimate Camp Experience

Kigelia was all that we hoped for, & the game viewing exceeded our expectations given that it was the rainy season. The camp was very intimate & staff went the extra mile to make our stay memorable

S. de Jong

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Wonderful Kigelia Camp

We had a wonderful time at the Kigelia camp. The staff is wonderful and the camp is so beautiful. We will come back for sure!

A. Corstjens

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Outstanding Experience

It was a outstanding experiance. Compliments to the team and organisation.

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M. Bondallaz-Wavre

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Super Friendly and Caring Staff

We spent 5 nights in Kigelia, a quiet little and rustic camp with a super friendly and caring staff, lovely comfortable tent, excellent food. A superb savannah strewn with majestic baobabs and herds of wildlife. We never got tired of watching all these wonders. A pure quietude and so much happiness ...

FAQs

What's included in a safari?

Typically: accommodation, meals, drinks, park fees, your expert guide and activities.

How many days is enough for a Tanzania safari?

Many people underestimate how immersive a safari experience is. Time in the bush can be tiring – most mornings you will be up before sunrise as the wild wakes up your day continues into long evenings spent under the stars. If you’re travelling with children, we always recommend a private guide and exclusive vehicle (included as standard with Nomad) that means a lie in here and there is always possible. 

There is no rule for the number of days on safari but we would recommend taking your time in each location and not rushing through safari parks. Give yourselves time to stop and immerse yourself in the area. Many travellers consider a pit stop at the beaches of Zanzibar or Mafia Island to re-charge post safari and before they head back to the real world.

Can I charge my devices whilst on safari?

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.

Is there Wi-Fi in our camps?

Yes we do have WI-FI at our camps - in the most remote locations the Wi-Fi can be limited to your tent or the main mess. We try to keep wi-fi in the tents so the mess and lounge area continue to be social and communal areas.

Is English spoken in Tanzania?

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.

What is the difference between Serengeti National Park and Nyerere National Park?

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.

What is the luggage weight limit for internal Tanzanian flights?

Usually it is 15kg per person in a soft-sided bag. This is not a hard and fast rule so do check with your tour operator or aviation company. These are small bush planes, and is a good way of making sure you pack light.

Are there age restrictions for safaris?

Yes, some camps have minimum age limits, in camp and especially on walking safaris. But there are many brilliant private or family properties that can tailor the age restrictions.

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