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Location:-
Grumeti river, where wildebeest
plunge through the waters, running the gauntlet of gigantic crocodiles,
on their annual migration At Grumeti River Camp, hippos greet
you through the watery carpet of lilies and the spectacular pied
coats of Colobus monkeys flash through the bird-filled reverie
trees.
Even at night, the wild pulse of Africa and its wildlife
is mesmerizing when the nocturnal orchestra of owls, bats and
galagos is punctuated by the primeval sounds of lion and hyena.
The abundance of African wildlife is breath
taking - On your safari, view zebra, eland and giraffe as well
as some of the highest densities of cheetah in Africa, huge prides
of lion and solitary leopards.
At a glance:-
- Accommodation - Capacity
- 20
- Accommodation: 10 twin-bedded tents with en-suite
bathroom.
- Location: "Western Corridor" of the
Serengeti National Park, Northern Tanzania.
- Plunge pool
- Primary wildlife attractions: Lion, Hippo,
Crocodile Eland, Wildebeest, Black & white Colobus monkeys.
- "Big five" (rhino rare)
- Ever-present large hippo pod
- Some of world's largest crocodiles
- Abundant and diverse birdlife
- Breathtaking sundowners on hills
- Twice daily game drives
- Trips to Lake Victoria
Accommodation:- Safari guests
at Grumeti can enjoy flamboyant tents under thatch. The vibrancy
of kente cloth and local sculptured furnishings, bring the excitement
and romance of Africa to life. Each of the 10 spacious twin-bedded
tents, complete with en-suite bathrooms (comprising shower, sculptured
basin and w/c), lies along the banks of the river and hippo pools.
Activities:- Twice
daily interpretive game drives in Land Rovers explore the Serengeti
savannahs and woodlands, boasting the largest mass of free-ranging
animals on earth. A stunning variety of wildlife may be approached
at close range on these morning and afternoon wildlife excursions.
We also offer sundowners on the Kirawira Hills. You may request
the sole use of a Land Rover for game viewing.
Bird-watching is an ever-present delight around Grumeti
- birders almost always exceed their sighting targets. Sundowners
on the Kirawira Hills are a special treat after a day's safari.
Excursions to Lake Victoria can be organised and are optional
extras. Lake Victoria is Africa's largest lake and the second
largest lake in the world. The lake is 50km west of Grumeti River
Camp. This fascinating outing includes a safari, a visit to a
local village and a panoramic view of the lake from Speke Bay.
Wildlife:- Grumeti
camp lies in the path of the famous annual great migration of
zebra and wildebeest on their migratory route to Kenya's Masai
Mara National Reserve. The migration passes by the camp during
the months of May to July every year. Animals in the Grumeti
area include lion, elephant, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, baboon,
cheetah and Maasai giraffe. The pan on the edge of the camp is
home to pods of grunting hippo. These amphibians float lazily
on the surface by day and after dark move onto the grassy plains
to feed. Some of the largest hippos in the world are found in
these waters. The area also boasts one of the highest densities
of cheetah in Africa Mammals such as the
black-and-white colobus monkey are confined to the forested sliver
of the Serengeti lining the Grumeti River.
Birds are abundant around the camp, drawn to the multiple attractions
of tall trees, prolific insects and drinking water. Interesting
birds to look out for are Black-headed Gonolek, Rufous Chatterer,
African Mourning Dove, Paradise Flycatcher, White-browed Coucal,
African Golden Oriole, Spotted Morning Thrush, Slate-coloured
Boubou and the dazzling Fischer's Lovebird.
Child Policy:- Children
are welcome. 0 to 5 years : not permitted on game-drives in lodge
vehicle. Child minding facilities available. 6 to 11 years : permitted
on game-drives at discretion of lodge manager. |