
Kichakani Camp, an A&K Sanctuary

Kichakani Camp, an A&K Sanctuary

Kichakani Camp, an A&K Sanctuary

Kichakani Camp, an A&K Sanctuary
The Great Migration – as its name suggests – is a process, not a moment, one that continues in a year-round cycle. Kichakani Camp, which exists in two locations in different parts of the Serengeti National Park, allows guests to see two quite distinct moments in this cycle – the Mara River crossing being one of them, the no less extraordinary wildebeest calving season the other. All this from a tented camp cut on classic lines, redolent of the Golden Age of safari – though with a good many more up-to-date flourishes.
The sheer scale, sweep and uplifting beauty of the Serengeti itself
Intimate mobile camp following the Great Migration in two locations throughout the year
Puts you smack bang in the middle of one of the world’s most spectacular wildlife events
Authentic close-to-nature safari experience – just you, the canvas, a bucket shower, and the bush (with plenty of cosseting contemporary touches)
Abundant wildlife with ample opportunity to see the Big Five, and more than 500 bird species
Communal evenings round the fire pit to swap tales of sightings

THE CAMP
THE ROOMS
FOOD & DRINK
Dual-location mobile camp pitched perfectly for the Great Migration
The name “Kichakani” is Swahili for “in the bush”, and this is exactly where you’ll find yourself at this extraordinary camp that celebrates the ultimate remote, close-to-nature experience. With two locations in the north and south Serengeti, guests can choose the best time to visit depending on their preferences. The northern location showcases an incredible view of wildebeest crossing the Mara River during the Great Migration from June to November, while the southern location enjoys a prime position for observing wildebeest calves, every December to March.
Kichakani Camp takes the traditional tented camping experience to luxurious new heights, offering a true immersion into the life of roaming 19th-century explorers. In an authentic touch, each ensuite bathroom features a traditional bucket shower, filled at the perfect temperature by a dedicated tent attendant. The stylish furniture, including handcrafted luggage, mid-century modern chairs and characterful cabinets, is all designed to be perfectly portable, and the large open-fronted communal tents are pitched to provide a panoramic setting for suppers, sundowners and relaxing afternoons. In the evenings, guests can gather around the traditional fire pit, swap stories under starry skies and listen to passionate guides share their knowledge of wildlife encounters and local legends. This enchanting light-touch home in the bush promises unforgettable up-close encounters.
THE LOCATION
WILDLIFE & NATURE
WHEN TO GO
Two sides of the Serengeti
You’ll find Kichakani amid the widescreen, unspoilt, acacia-dotted grandeur of the Serengeti National Park, though precisely which bit of the bush you’ll be in will depend on the time of year. The camp has two locations, one in the north, one in the south, to be in pole position for the Mara River crossing during the Great Migration, and for wildebeest calving season. As for the park itself, the Serengeti is widely considered the most magnificent in all of Africa. At 5,700 square miles of grassland plains, savannah, forest and woodlands, it is the largest park in Tanzania and also the oldest – and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981. It bustles with elephants, rhinos, giraffes, buffalos, impalas, warthogs and reedbucks, all the likely big cat predators, and more elusive animals such as the African wild dog.
Enhance your stay with these extraordinary experiences
Understandably, the Great Migration is a subject of endless fascination, and the prospect of seeing a million or more animals simultaneously on the move – and taking their chances with the most charismatic predators on earth – is a priority for many guests. But the Serengeti is a thrillingly biodiverse habitat where compelling dramas play out on a smaller, less operatic scale, and birdlife is bountiful enough to turn you into a committed twitcher.

Expert-led game drives in the early morning and late afternoon allow you to see the Serengeti at its breathtaking best. Full-day game drives are also possible.

A glass or two of something chilled and interesting as the sun sets on the African savannah is an essential component of the safari experience. The light fades, the temperature drops, the nocturnal orchestra tunes up. It’s a simple pleasure, but one of the most rewarding.
2025 & 2026
Kichakani Camp Offers
Plan your trip for
Jun 1, 2025 - Jan 2, 2026
All meals and beverages
Game drives
Return transfers from/to the nearest local airstrip
All meals and beverages
Game drives
Return transfers from/to the nearest local airstrip
Park Fees
Tourism Development Levy
International and domestic flights, and road transfers to and from other camps and lodges
Travel insurance, boutique purchases, spa treatments, gratuities, and all other items of a personal nature
Park Fees
Tourism Development Levy
International and domestic flights, and road transfers to and from other camps and lodges
Travel insurance, boutique purchases, spa treatments, gratuities, and all other items of a personal nature
Prices per person per night. Prices are in USD.