Sanctuary Kichakani
Sanctuary Kichakani
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 encounter
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Sanctuary Kichakani : Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sanctuary Kichakani located?
Sanctuary Kichakani operates two seasonal locations in the Serengeti, one in the north and one in the south, so the camp moves with the Great Migration. The name Kichakani is Swahili for in the bush, reflecting its remote, close-to-nature setting.
Which Kichakani location should I choose, and when?
The northern Serengeti location offers views of wildebeest crossing the Mara River during the Great Migration from June to November. The southern Serengeti location is best for watching wildebeest calves from December to March.
What is a bucket shower and how does it work at Kichakani?
Each ensuite bathroom has a traditional bucket shower, filled to the perfect temperature by a dedicated tent attendant. It is part of the camp's deliberate 19th-century explorer style rather than a standard hotel shower.
What kind of accommodation is Sanctuary Kichakani?
It is a luxury tented camp that takes traditional camping to new heights, designed as a light-touch home in the bush with an authentic, close-to-nature feel. Furniture such as handcrafted luggage, mid-century modern chairs and characterful cabinets is chosen to be perfectly portable.
What are the communal areas and evenings like at Kichakani?
Large open-fronted communal tents are pitched to give a panoramic setting for suppers, sundowners and relaxing afternoons. In the evening guests gather around a traditional fire pit under starry skies while guides share wildlife knowledge and local legends.
How do I book Sanctuary Kichakani or find out what it costs?
Ecological Wilderness Adventure is a TATO-licensed Tanzania and East Africa safari operator and can tailor a Kichakani stay around your travel dates and quote it on request. Get in touch with them directly to confirm seasonal locations and availability.
