Tanzania Camps & Lodges
Chada Katavi, Katavi National Park, Tanzania
A Luxury Tented Camp in Tanzania
Camp Details
Chada Katavi is set deep in the heart of Katavi National Park, in remote Western Tanzania. The camp sits under a shady canopy of acacia and tamarind trees overlooking the wide Chada Plain and is a hub of wildlife activity, particularly elephants in the dry season.
A classic expeditionary outpost with just six spacious safari tents with large shade net windows to let in lot of light and cool breeze. En-suite bathrooms with traditional safari style bucket showers, and eco- flush toilets. Hot and cold water available on demand.
WHY CHOOSE CHADA KATAVI?
- Katavi is known for hundreds of hippo gathering in limited water sources in the dry season, and aestivating crocodiles in river bank caves.
- Unbelievable game, with vast herds of buffalo roaming the plains; also elephant, lion, leopard, crocodiles and hippo.
- Epic walking safaris, game drives in open 4WD vehicles, night drives, fly camping under the stars, outstanding birding and big mammal safaris.
Questions about Chada Katavi
What is Katavi known for in the dry season?
Hundreds of hippo crowding into shrinking water sources, and crocodiles aestivating in caves in the riverbanks, which is an unusual sight. The plains hold vast herds of buffalo along with elephant, lion and leopard, and the camp overlooks the wide Chada Plain.
How comfortable are the tents at Chada?
Six spacious safari tents with large shade net windows for light and breeze, set under acacia and tamarind trees. Bathrooms are en-suite with traditional safari bucket showers and eco-flush toilets, and hot and cold water is available on demand. It is an expeditionary outpost rather than a lodge.
Which activities run from Chada?
Walking safaris are a real strength here, alongside game drives in open 4WD vehicles, night drives, fly camping under the stars and birding. Children over the age of 12 are welcome, and rates start at US$730 per person per night in the shoulder weeks of 2026.
Activities
Chada Katavi Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16 Jun - 31 Oct | – | US $ 1130 |
| 2025 | 01 - 15 Jun / 01 - 14 Nov | – | US $ 865 |
| 2026 | 15 Jun - 31 Oct | – | US $ 955 |
| 2026 | 01 - 14 Jun; 01 - 12 Nov | – | US $ 730 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
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Questions about Chada Katavi
What is Katavi known for in the dry season?
Hundreds of hippo crowding into shrinking water sources, and crocodiles aestivating in caves in the riverbanks, which is an unusual sight. The plains hold vast herds of buffalo along with elephant, lion and leopard, and the camp overlooks the wide Chada Plain.
How comfortable are the tents at Chada?
Six spacious safari tents with large shade net windows for light and breeze, set under acacia and tamarind trees. Bathrooms are en-suite with traditional safari bucket showers and eco-flush toilets, and hot and cold water is available on demand. It is an expeditionary outpost rather than a lodge.
Which activities run from Chada?
Walking safaris are a real strength here, alongside game drives in open 4WD vehicles, night drives, fly camping under the stars and birding. Children over the age of 12 are welcome, and rates start at US$730 per person per night in the shoulder weeks of 2026.
Activities
Child Policy
Children over the age of 12 are welcome at Chada Katavi.
Questions about Chada Katavi
What is Katavi known for in the dry season?
Hundreds of hippo crowding into shrinking water sources, and crocodiles aestivating in caves in the riverbanks, which is an unusual sight. The plains hold vast herds of buffalo along with elephant, lion and leopard, and the camp overlooks the wide Chada Plain.
How comfortable are the tents at Chada?
Six spacious safari tents with large shade net windows for light and breeze, set under acacia and tamarind trees. Bathrooms are en-suite with traditional safari bucket showers and eco-flush toilets, and hot and cold water is available on demand. It is an expeditionary outpost rather than a lodge.
Which activities run from Chada?
Walking safaris are a real strength here, alongside game drives in open 4WD vehicles, night drives, fly camping under the stars and birding. Children over the age of 12 are welcome, and rates start at US$730 per person per night in the shoulder weeks of 2026.
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