The Camp

Location: Grumeti Private Reserve, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Number of Tents: 9

The botanically inspired design of the Singita Faru Faru Lodge compliments its rustic riverside setting, creating an elegant yet laid back atmosphere that is sure to please the most discerning traveler. Each of the comfortably furnished, air-conditioned suites was constructed of stone and canvas, with a spacious open floor plan, complete with en suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor showers, a large reading area and a spacious viewing platform, outfitted with a Swarovski spotting scope. The organic lines of two infinity swimming pools echo those of the water hole that lies just below, where a steady parade of wildlife can be seen throughout the day, allowing for exceptional animal viewing without leaving the comfort of the lodge. The Swahili-inspired “beach” provides the setting for some serious rest and relaxation while the comfortable main lodge offers a dining room, fully stocked bar, a spa and gym, lounge with satellite television, WiFi, DVD player and library, and a curio shop.

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Facilities & Amenities

• En suite bathroom with tub and indoor/outdoor showers
• Shampoo, conditioner and soap
• Hair dryer
• Air-conditioning
• Mini bar
• Tea/coffee in room
• 220v charging outlets in room
• Direct-dial telephone in room (all calls included)
• In-room safe
• Two central pools
• Spa (extra cost)
• Fitness center
• Wi-Fi available, can be intermittent
• Laundry included
• Local drinks included (house alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks)
• Credit cards accepted (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express)
• No cellular coverage, Internet may be slow and intermittent

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Wildlife Viewing & Activities

The Serengeti National Park is deservedly one of the most celebrated wildlife reserves in the world. The famous Serengeti Migration, an annual trek of two million animals bisects the reserve, which is home to large resident herds of impala, zebra, topi, eland, and Grant’s and Thomson’s gazelle. Herds of up to 400 buffalo and 450 elephant, concentrations seldom seen elsewhere in Africa, are also encountered here. Large carnivores found in the reserve include lion, hyena, cheetah and leopard. Among the 70 species of mammal on the reserve are aardwolf, jackal, mongoose, serval, caracal, civet, genet, porcupine, pangolin and aardvark. Other year round highlights include beautiful black and white Colobus monkeys and the world’s fastest primate, the rare Patas monkey. Activities include twice daily nature drives, walking safaris, mountain biking and horseback riding. Optional balloon safaris, mountain biking, horseback riding, tennis, archery or star gazing safaris can be arranged.

During the famous Great Migration, the wildebeest can be found dropping their young in the southern Serengeti between December and March, and are typically found attempting to cross the Mara River in the northern Serengeti between July and October. The resident wildlife in the park is found year-round. Other typical sightings may include jackal, warthogs and a number of other mammals, birds and reptiles. Exact sightings will depend on rain patterns and wildlife movements.

Click here to view our Great Migration Map

Climate

Conservation

Singita Faru Faru Lodge supports the Grumeti Community and Wildlife Conservation Fund’s ambitious rhino relocation initiative. The sub-species of black rhino that inhabits this area was on the verge of extinction after its numbers plummeted from around 1,200 in the 1960s to just 42. Singita Grumeti Reserves has acquired 34 rhinos from South Africa and will, in conjunction with TANAPA (Tanzania National Parks), relocate them to the Serengeti in the next few years, completing the biggest single relocation of black rhino in history. This exciting initiative could not have been carried out if it were not for Singita Faru Faru Lodge, which provided funds to acquire, transport and maintain a safe environment for the rhinos. The Grumeti Fund has also created a formidable anti-poaching unit to patrol the region. A job creation initiative funded in part by Singita Faru Faru Lodge works to provide sustainable employment opportunities to local people to help eliminate illegal hunting.

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