Olakira is a classic luxury mobile tented camp right in the middle of the prime wildlife areas of the southern and central Serengeti. Its design conjures up memories of naturalists and explorers who used to traverse this vast and beautiful landscape.
A day at Olakira Camp
Begin with an early morning wakeup call and a steaming cup of coffee. Typically the client will get an adrenaline rush with a hot air balloon ride cutting through the cool air of the plains as herds of elephant, buffalo and zebra scatter in search of food below you. Upon landing- you are treated to a breakfast and your guide will then take you either back to the camp for a well deserved nap or continue on a game drive. Return for lunch and an afternoon nap. Later go out for an evening game drive retuning to camp for a hearty dinner and cold beer.
Wildlife watching
Olakira’s location is the prime area for wildebeest calving in the Ndutu Plains as they migrate south and west. One cannot miss the big cats, antelope, giraffes, warthogs, rhino and buffalo that frequent that area in search of food. The Plains also bring a variety of bird species fo rthsoe who are amateur ornithologists.
About the Camp
Olakira camp is part of the portfolio of unique safari camps owned and operatied by Asilia Tanzania. The mobile nature of Olakira Camp allows it to move to the densest concentrations of wildlife depending on their movement. And because of this flexibility, guests are guaranteed a memorable experience. From December to March, the camp is in the southern Serengeti, or Ndutu area. Here are the famous Serengeti plains – endless grasslands where lion and cheetah find perfect hunting grounds. The December to March period is the magical time when the Great Migration takes over the Ndutu plains to give birth to the next generation.
The Camp and Chalets
Olakira Camp is an intimate mobile tented camp of only 6 guest tents and 2 common area tents. ‘Olakira’ means ‘star’ in Maasai. This camp- along with its sister camp- Sayari play host for those who are visiting the southern and central areas of the Serengeti.
Each tent is spacious and fitted with a king-size bed and artfully decorated in luxury ‘bush chic’. Also contained in the tent is an en suite environmentally friendly bathrooms complete with flushed toilets, hot water shower and wash basin . Each tent also has a private verandah overlooking the Serengeti Plains.
The camps common area consists of a lounge and full bar as well as a dining tent for family style dining.
Meals
Meals are carefully prepared every day depending on the season and ingredients are locally sources from surrounding farming communities. Breakfast is typically continental while lunch is a buffet. Dinner is more elaborate sit down silver plated.
Families and Kids
Olakira is family friendly. Nanny services are also available upon advanced request however note that this is an open camp and parents are required to escort their children at all times.
Eco-friendly facility.
The entire camp is powered by solar. Everything is recyclable and there is no use of plastic.
Getting There
By Car
6 hours from Arusha
Flying
The nearest airstrip is Ndutu which is located approximately 15 minutes from the camp (December- March) and Kogatende Airstrip (June-November) which is approximately 40 minutes from the camp
Daily scheduled flights are available. Contact our preferred travel partner or your travel agent.
The staff at Olakira Camp has been primarily hired from the surrounding villages and educated in the art of hospitality and service. Most of the staff have at a minimum primary school education however depending on their position often hold higher level education degrees. Many of the staff have been at the camp for a number of years and speak a variety of languages including English, Kiswahili and their local tribal.
Olakira Camp, Tanzania
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Highlights of Olakira Camp
Activities
To travel to Olakira Camp, contact our Preferred Travel Partner or your travel consultant.
The Lodge and Surroundings
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Olakira is a classic luxury mobile tented camp right in the middle of the prime wildlife areas of the southern and central Serengeti. Its design conjures up memories of naturalists and explorers who used to traverse this vast and beautiful landscape.
A day at Olakira Camp
Begin with an early morning wakeup call and a steaming cup of coffee. Typically the client will get an adrenaline rush with a hot air balloon ride cutting through the cool air of the plains as herds of elephant, buffalo and zebra scatter in search of food below you. Upon landing- you are treated to a breakfast and your guide will then take you either back to the camp for a well deserved nap or continue on a game drive. Return for lunch and an afternoon nap. Later go out for an evening game drive retuning to camp for a hearty dinner and cold beer.
Wildlife watching
Olakira’s location is the prime area for wildebeest calving in the Ndutu Plains as they migrate south and west. One cannot miss the big cats, antelope, giraffes, warthogs, rhino and buffalo that frequent that area in search of food. The Plains also bring a variety of bird species fo rthsoe who are amateur ornithologists.
About the Camp
Olakira camp is part of the portfolio of unique safari camps owned and operatied by Asilia Tanzania. The mobile nature of Olakira Camp allows it to move to the densest concentrations of wildlife depending on their movement. And because of this flexibility, guests are guaranteed a memorable experience. From December to March, the camp is in the southern Serengeti, or Ndutu area. Here are the famous Serengeti plains – endless grasslands where lion and cheetah find perfect hunting grounds. The December to March period is the magical time when the Great Migration takes over the Ndutu plains to give birth to the next generation.
The Camp and Chalets
Olakira Camp is an intimate mobile tented camp of only 6 guest tents and 2 common area tents. ‘Olakira’ means ‘star’ in Maasai. This camp- along with its sister camp- Sayari play host for those who are visiting the southern and central areas of the Serengeti.
Each tent is spacious and fitted with a king-size bed and artfully decorated in luxury ‘bush chic’. Also contained in the tent is an en suite environmentally friendly bathrooms complete with flushed toilets, hot water shower and wash basin . Each tent also has a private verandah overlooking the Serengeti Plains.
The camps common area consists of a lounge and full bar as well as a dining tent for family style dining.
Meals
Meals are carefully prepared every day depending on the season and ingredients are locally sources from surrounding farming communities. Breakfast is typically continental while lunch is a buffet. Dinner is more elaborate sit down silver plated.
Families and Kids
Olakira is family friendly. Nanny services are also available upon advanced request however note that this is an open camp and parents are required to escort their children at all times.
Eco-friendly facility.
The entire camp is powered by solar. Everything is recyclable and there is no use of plastic.
Getting There
By Car
6 hours from Arusha
Flying
The nearest airstrip is Ndutu which is located approximately 15 minutes from the camp (December- March) and Kogatende Airstrip (June-November) which is approximately 40 minutes from the camp
Daily scheduled flights are available. Contact our preferred travel partner or your travel agent.
Rates (incl. accommodations, meals & activities
Low season: From $450 per person
High season: From $585 per person
Group discounts available upon request.
Map and Location
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Staff & Service
The staff at Olakira Camp has been primarily hired from the surrounding villages and educated in the art of hospitality and service. Most of the staff have at a minimum primary school education however depending on their position often hold higher level education degrees. Many of the staff have been at the camp for a number of years and speak a variety of languages including English, Kiswahili and their local tribal.