Tanzania Camps & Lodges
Nimali Mara Camp, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
A Tented Camp in Tanzania
Camp Details
Nimali Mara is tucked away on the side of a low kopje overlooking gently rolling plains with views of distant hills beyond. This is one of the most remote areas of the northern Serengeti, making it exclusive and intimate, especially outside of the great migration, which has its peak between July and October each year. The game viewing is exceptional here all year round, with some of the highest concentrations of elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, and hyena in the Serengeti. The Mara River is just a 35-minute drive away from camp as it winds its way through the plains, en-route to Lake Victoria in the west. It’s home to huge pods of hippo and some of the largest crocodiles in Africa, thanks to the countless wildebeest and zebra that fall prey to these gargantuan reptiles as the herds cross the river during the great migration.
WHY CHOOSE NIMALI MARA?
• This area is particularly well known for its elephants and predators. A hot-air balloon flight over the northern plains and the Mara River is also highly recommended.
• This is where the great wildebeest migration meets its biggest challenge at its peak between July and October each year – crossing the Mara, a river with some of the highest concentrations of crocodiles in Africa.
• The Serengeti National Park derives its name from the Maasai word “Siringet” which means ‘a vast land that runs forever, where endless plains meet the sky’.
Nimali Mara: your questions
How close is the camp to the Mara River crossings?
The Mara River is about a 35-minute drive from camp. It holds huge pods of hippo and some of the largest crocodiles in Africa, which is what makes the crossings so dramatic when the herds arrive, with the peak between July and October each year.
Is it worth coming outside the migration months?
We think so. This is one of the most remote parts of the northern Serengeti, so it feels particularly exclusive when the herds are elsewhere, and the game viewing is exceptional year-round, with some of the highest concentrations of elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena in the park. Rates drop to US$600 per person per night in March and April.
What is the policy on children?
Children under five stay free of charge, although for a game package with under-fives the vehicle has to be booked on an exclusive basis. Children aged five to 12 sharing with adults are charged at 50 per cent of the adult rate. Rates cover full board, house drinks, laundry, airstrip transfers, scheduled game drives and sundowners.
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Nimali Mara Camp Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 Jun - 31 Oct; 21 Dec - 3 Jan 2027 | Luxury Tented Suite | US $ 1400 |
| 2026 | 04 Jan - 28 Feb; May; 01 Nov - 20 Dec | Luxury Tented Suite | US $ 850 |
| 2026 | 01 Mar - 30 Apr | Luxury Tented Suite | US $ 600 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Nimali Mara rates include: Full board accommodation, Tourism development levy, House drinks (house wines, local beers & soft drinks), Laundry service, Transfers to/from nearest airstrip, Scheduled game drives and Sundowner.
Nimali Mara: your questions
How close is the camp to the Mara River crossings?
The Mara River is about a 35-minute drive from camp. It holds huge pods of hippo and some of the largest crocodiles in Africa, which is what makes the crossings so dramatic when the herds arrive, with the peak between July and October each year.
Is it worth coming outside the migration months?
We think so. This is one of the most remote parts of the northern Serengeti, so it feels particularly exclusive when the herds are elsewhere, and the game viewing is exceptional year-round, with some of the highest concentrations of elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena in the park. Rates drop to US$600 per person per night in March and April.
What is the policy on children?
Children under five stay free of charge, although for a game package with under-fives the vehicle has to be booked on an exclusive basis. Children aged five to 12 sharing with adults are charged at 50 per cent of the adult rate. Rates cover full board, house drinks, laundry, airstrip transfers, scheduled game drives and sundowners.
Activities
Child Policy
- Children below 5yrs are allowed and free of charge. For game package with children below 5yrs – the vehicle has to be booked on exclusively.
- 1 Child or 2 Children aged 5-12 yrs sharing with adult(s): 50% of adult rate.
- 1 Child or 2 Children aged 13-17 yrs sharing with adult(s): 75% of adult rate.
- Children aged 13-17 yrs sharing their own room pay Adult rate.
- 1 adult sharing with 1 child or 2 children will be charged per person sharing rate and the applicable children rate.
- Children aged 18 yrs & older: Full adult rate.
Nimali Mara: your questions
How close is the camp to the Mara River crossings?
The Mara River is about a 35-minute drive from camp. It holds huge pods of hippo and some of the largest crocodiles in Africa, which is what makes the crossings so dramatic when the herds arrive, with the peak between July and October each year.
Is it worth coming outside the migration months?
We think so. This is one of the most remote parts of the northern Serengeti, so it feels particularly exclusive when the herds are elsewhere, and the game viewing is exceptional year-round, with some of the highest concentrations of elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena in the park. Rates drop to US$600 per person per night in March and April.
What is the policy on children?
Children under five stay free of charge, although for a game package with under-fives the vehicle has to be booked on an exclusive basis. Children aged five to 12 sharing with adults are charged at 50 per cent of the adult rate. Rates cover full board, house drinks, laundry, airstrip transfers, scheduled game drives and sundowners.
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