Serengeti Mara River Camp, TanzaniaSerengeti National Park, Tanzania
About This Property
From the heart of the Northern Serengeti, guests at Mara River Camp are perfectly positioned to witness one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles on Earth at the nearby Mara River within the Serengeti National Park.
Each year, millions of wildebeest and zebras gather along the riverbanks during the Great Migration, building the courage to cross the powerful Mara River in search of fresh grazing. From the camp’s prime location just minutes away, guests may experience this unforgettable event firsthand as vast herds surge into the water, battling strong currents while predators such as lions and hyenas wait nearby, taking advantage of the chaos of survival.
Staying at Mara River Camp offers an intimate front-row seat to this natural wonder, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the raw drama of the Serengeti while still enjoying comfort and guided safari experiences in the surrounding wilderness.
Fun Facts
The name Serengeti comes from the Maasai word “Siringit”, meaning “Endless plains.”
The Serengeti hosts one of the highest concentrations of predators in the world, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas.
The Great Migration is regarded as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa.
Mara River Camp is ideally located just minutes from the Mara River, offering excellent access to migration viewing opportunities.
A stay here places you at the centre of one of nature’s greatest shows, where every crossing tells a powerful story of instinct, survival, and the untamed beauty of Africa.
Amenities
Prime location near the Mara River in Serengeti National Park.
Exceptional access to the Great Wildebeest Migration crossings.
Bush breakfasts and sundowner experiences.
Predator sightings (lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena).
Morning and afternoon game drives. Full-day Serengeti safaris.
The Northern Serengeti region is home to: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Cheetah, Hyena, Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest, Gazelle species Hippo and Crocodile.
Location: Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park is Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife destination and one of the world’s greatest safari landscapes. Covering approximately 14,750 square kilometers of protected wilderness, the park is renowned for its vast open plains, extraordinary biodiversity, and unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities. The Serengeti is best known for the Great Wildebeest Migration, one of the largest […]
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