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Jack's Camp

Jack's Camp

Makgadikgadi Pans

Located in Makgadikgadi Pans, this is a permanent camp that provides you with a unique experience in the Makgadikgadi Pans. This salt pan situated in the middle of the dry savanna of north-eastern Botswana is one of the largest salt flats in the world. This breathtakingly beautiful location is both savage and glorious.

Jack’s Camp is a classic desert safari camp accommodating 20 guests in 10 enormous walk-in tents, each with an en suite shower, private plunge pool, and bed cooling system and are luxuriously appointed, but maintain the style and character of the Makgadikgadi. Facilities include a mess tent for dining, a tea tent with Persian carpet cushions for socialising, a swimming pool pavilion, spa treatments and a gift shop tent.

The camp's roots date back to the 1960s when namesake Jack Bousfield, a true character in his own right, stumbled upon a place so incredible that it captivated him for the remainder of his life. He never left the site and stayed until his death in the early 1990s. Following this, Jack’s son, Ralph, started Jack’s Camp and recreated the venue in the traditional safari style of the 1940s era. Activities include interaction with a family of meerkats who are regular visitors, and viewing the desert wildlife such as the gemsbok, springbok and more. You’ll also have the chance to meet the indigenous San people who have survived in this seemingly inhospitable land for many centuries.

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Activities, Bar, Game Drives, Luxury, Resort, Safari Style All Inclusive, Spa, Swimming Pool, Walking & Trekking

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This tented camp is located within the central Serengeti, a prime location renowned for its breath-taking scenery and abundant wildlife. Set among a dramatic landscape of kopjes (rocky outcrops) and vast plains, the camp offers a unique safari experience, blending comfort with the raw beauty of one of Africa’s most iconic ecosystems. 

The camp features 16 spacious tents they are elegantly furnished, each featuring 2 queen-sized and comfortable beds draped with mosquito netting, en-suite bathrooms with hot showers, as well as private verandas where you can relax and take in the stunning views. The camp also has a bar and both inside and outside dining area, where delicious meals are served around the comfort of a campfire. 

You’re ideally situated for exploring the Serengeti, offering excellent access to the park's wildlife-rich areas. The camp’s location makes it a strategic base for witnessing the Great Migration, one of nature’s most spectacular events, where millions of wildebeest and other herbivores traverse the plains in search of fresh grazing. Game drives are conducted by experienced guides who provide in-depth knowledge of the region’s flora and fauna, ensuring a rich and informative experience.

In addition to game drives, the camp offers nature walks, bird watching, and the opportunity for cultural interactions with the local Maasai communities. After a day of adventure, unwind in the camp's central lounge and dining area, just the place to enjoy a sundowner.

Mbuzi Mawe Serena Camp

Serengeti

This is a secluded safari camp located in the heart of Tanzania's Serengeti National Park, one of the most iconic wildlife destinations in the world. This camp offers an opportunity to experience the Serengeti's vast plains, rich wildlife, and dramatic landscapes, all while enjoying the comforts of an exclusive, eco-friendly lodge. For its comfort, attention to detail and pure luxury of experience, we award this camp 4 Tents!

The camp is designed to blend seamlessly into its natural surroundings, with only 8 tented rooms that offer both comfort and an authentic wilderness experience. Each tent is spacious with en-suite bathrooms with hot showers. The tents are positioned to provide privacy and stunning views of the Serengeti, where you can often observe animals right from the veranda. The camp's low-impact design ensures that it coexists harmoniously with the environment, minimizing its ecological footprint while maximizing guest comfort.

Nyabogati Camp, meaning "in the middle of", is ideally located to take advantage of the Serengeti's incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. The camp offers expertly guided game drives, including during the famed Great Migration, as well as encounters with lions, leopards, elephants, and other iconic species. Walking safaris are also available, led by knowledgeable guides who share insights into the smaller details of the ecosystem, from plants and insects to animal tracks.

Nyabogati Camp

Serengeti

Located on the edge of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in northern Tanzania within a highland forest, the camp offers a unique blend of wilderness, comfort, and cultural immersion, making it an ideal base for exploring the Ngorongoro Crater and the surrounding region. 

The camp features 15 spacious tented rooms, each perched on a raised platform with a private veranda overlooking the lush forest and the distant coffee plantations. Each tent is furnished with comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and a wood-burning stove to keep guests warm during the cooler highland nights.

The camp is just a short drive from the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations. The crater is a haven for an incredible diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and the endangered black rhino. The dense animal population within the crater makes it one of the best places in Tanzania for game viewing, you are likely to encounter zebra, wildebeest, hippo, and a variety of antelope species. Birdwatchers will be delighted by the abundance of birdlife, including flamingos, crowned cranes, and the vibrant Fischer’s lovebird.

Beyond the crater, the camp’s location allows you could explore the surrounding highlands, where guided walking safaris provide a chance to discover the flora and fauna of the forest and learn about the local Maasai culture. In the evenings, gather around the campfire to share stories and enjoy the sounds of the African night.

Crater Forest Tented Camp

Ngorongoro

How our Tent Ratings work

These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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