Kichuguu Camp
Residing deep within the Tarangire National Park, Kichuguu Camp is a great choice for those seeking an understated, authentic safari experience, far away from anything even resembling a tourist trap. While the camp may not be of a luxury standard, it retains a down-to-earth sophistication and personal intimacy, and is a great quality option if you’re looking for something a little more budget-friendly. Kichuguu opened in 2017 and was inspired by the simpler wonders of natural life in the Tanzanian wilderness, with its name meaning ‘termite mound’ in Swahili. From this incredible position in the Tarangire, you’ll be able to enjoy unrivalled game viewing and learn about its ecosystem from your very own private guide.
Kichuguu Camp, Babati, Tanzania
Kichuguu sits in the heart of the Tarangire National Park, home to an ancient migration corridor still used by herds of elephant, zebra, buffalo and more. The area surrounding the camp is full of safari wildlife, guaranteeing top quality game viewings. Tarangire is committed to protecting wildlife, preserving natural environments and enabling communities to live in harmony with nature. The area is known for its large elephant herds and great numbers of bird species. The Park is a 2 hour drive from Arusha. Guests can also fly to the Kuro airstrip, which is 30 minutes away from the camp.
- Understated, remote safari destination
- Tented camp in beautiful Tarangire National Park
- Gorgeous surrounding views
- Excellent service and cuisine
- Opportunities for incredible game viewing
- Great choice for group travel with family or friends
- 11 safari tents including 1 family tent
- WIFI in communal areas
Kichuguu has 11 boutique-style tents, which can be configured as either twins or doubles, and all have en suite bathrooms with a flush toilet and traditional safari bucket shower. These comfy tents also come with bedside tables and lights, a writing desk, chest of drawers and their own private veranda. One of the tents has been tailored to families, featuring 2 bedrooms and a shared lounge area.
All meals are provided by the camp’s highly trained chefs, who will serve a variety of top quality Swahili dishes.
Journey to the heart of one of the Tarangire for unmatched experiences in connecting with nature and the opportunity to observe the magnificent wildlife up close. Witness the wonders of the Tanzanian wilds from an open-sided, photography-optimised safari car. While staying at Kichuguu, you’ll have excellent chances to see an amazing array of animals. Their game drives make the most of the cool early mornings and evenings when the wilderness first stirs and is no longer slowed by the day’s heat. Watch the herds of zebra, giraffes and antelope and the prides of lions, spot cheetahs and packs of wild dogs, and if you’re lucky catch some glimpses of elephants and shy elands. For a fully rounded safari experience, night-time drives are also available so you can see how the bush is still bustling with life even after the sun goes down.
All staff at Kichuguu Camp are locally employed, meaning income from tourism directly benefits them, their families and communities. It also means that the business and the local communities are closely interconnected.
The camp implements a number of green, eco-friendly policies. These include using solar energy, recycling waste materials, offsetting CO2 emissions by planting indigenous trees, and sourcing furniture and produce locally.
Families are very welcome but the camp is best recommended for older children 12+