Elwai Camp

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Elwai Camp

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  • Welcome to Elwai Camp
  • About
  • Video & Image Gallery
  • Elwai Camp Fact Sheet
  • At A Glance
  • Contact

Welcome

Elwai Camp is positioned to give you ultimate access to the abundant wildlife of the Central Serengeti of Tanzania all while providing a safe and comfortable place to stay and relax after a great day of game drives.

GPS coordinates are 2°16'56.23"S 34°50'12.42"E

At A Glance

ACCOMMODATION

ACCOMMODATION

  • 8 large, tented suites w/ en-suite facilities
  • Large solar array with battery storage for plenty of power
  • 23kVA backup generator
  • 300L solar water heaters for tents
  • 3-speed oscillating fans in each guest tent and reception area
  • 5 oversized windows in each tent
  • Vented mesh ceiling in shower & toilet areas for air flow
  • Large comfortable beds
  • Bed-side electricity plugs including USB ports
  • 2 sinks/basins with large mirror in each tent
  • Dual shower heads with easy switch dial in each tent - rain/spa shower head with hand hold option
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Western style full flush toilet in each tent
  • 800 GSM spa quality bath towels
  • Desk & chair for computer or other work with electricity outlets including USB ports
  • Comfortable sitting chair in tent
  • Large, covered veranda with safari chairs
  • Access door for staff
  • Environmentally friendly mosquito nets & anti-bug devices in each tent
  • Security provided by Maasai warriors throughout camp

AMENITIES

ACCOMMODATION

  • Spacious lounge to relax and enjoy a cold drink
  • Spacious dining area
  • Children allowed from age 8
  • Plush 800 GSM bath towels
  • 3-speed oscillating fans in each guest tent and reception area
  • Large solar array with battery storage for plenty of power
  • 23kVA backup generator
  • 300L solar water heaters for tents
  • Battery-charging facilities in tent
  • Purified drinking water in every tent
  • Memory Card readers in every tent
  • Lens cloths in every tent
  • Blower bulb in every tent
  • 10,000mAh Power Banks for extra charging capabilities (must check out)
  • Binoculars available for use during camp stay (must check out)
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi available in every guest tent
  • Universal wireless charging pads in reception & dining area
  • Specialty meals available (please give us notice when you book)
  • Laundry available upon request
  • Fully stocked bar with premium drinks available
  • Credit Cards ACCEPTED at camp for payment of drinks from the bar with handheld POS terminal
  • Environmentally friendly mosquito/bug devices in each tent

ACTIVITIES

  • Morning/evening game drives - including off-road tracking of wildlife with your safari operator 
  • Great Migration calving season
  • Sundowners
  • Cultural visits to Maasai villages & Olduvai Gorge with your safari operator
  • Hot-air balloon rides (cost not included in camp cost)
  • Nightly camp fires

GETTING HERE

Elwai Camp (GPS coordinates: GPS coordinates: 2°16'56.23"S 34°50'12.42"E) - We are located in the central Serengeti at the Warangi 2 South site - Warangi central 36M 0704265.  Just off the main road to Ikoma Gate - turn onto the Four Season's Lodge Road and then take an immediate right-hand turn when you see Elwai Camp signs.


By vehicle - the central Serengeti is about 200 miles (320KM) from Arusha by road.  It takes about 6 hours depending on stops.


By air - Flight time from Arusha to the Central Serengeti airstrip known as Seronera is just about an hour and daily flights are available during high season.  Charter flights are also available.  Elwai Camp is just about 16 miles (25KM) from the Seronera airstrip.


It is easy to access Elwai Camp from anywhere in Tanzania.

Rack Rates

                          ELWAI CAMP RACK RATES                     

                  SINGLE    DBL     TRIPLE   QUAD

HIGH -     $800         $1400  $2000     $2700

LOW -      $600         $1080  $1500     $2000


  • High season Jan 01 – Mar 31, May 01 – Oct 31; Dec 01 – 31
  • Low season Apr 01 – 31, Nov 01-30


Please contact us for Safari Tour Operator rates.

FAQs

  • Safari tents are safe
  • All our staff speak English and some other languages
  • Electrical sockets in Tanzania are three-square pin, same as in the United Kingdom and the electrical voltage is 220V
  • We can help make arrangements for special occasions - i.e., birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
  • We have a Maasai "Askari" (night watchman) on duty after dark
  • We maintain a common tip box for camp staff in the reception area
  • Safari food - all fresh and locally procured - you will love it
  • All meals ARE included in your price
  • Not all drinks are included
  • Purified water is provided in each tent - DO NOT drink the tap/shower water
  • What vaccinations are required for safari?  Please ask your medical professional
  • Will I have cell phone reception?  Possibly, it depends on carrier, device, & conditions
  • Credit cards ARE accepted at camp for drinks from the bar 
  • Payment methods to book camp - we accept bank wires & credit cards (4% fee applies to cards)

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