One Nature Nyaruswiga : Where to stay in Serengeti National Park
An intimate lodge set amidst the famed Serengeti national park, One Nature Nyaruswiga is the perfect luxury safari camp to stay at while on safari in Tanzania. The camp is the perfect blend of luxury, tranquility and comfort while in Serengeti National Park, Africa’s wildlife haven. The beauty of One Nature Nyaruswiga is the main reason why it welcomes a number of visitors each year. In addition the safari camp is centrally located in the Seronera area of Serengeti which has open savanna plains and woodland with acacia trees. The Seronera area usually has a large concentration of wildlife offering the best game viewing experiences and excellent game drives in the vast Serengeti Plains.
Serengeti National park has been a protected area since the 1940s and is part of the East African Plateau lying between Lake Victoria to the west and the East African Rift Valley. The park is bordered to the North by the famous Masai Mara Reserve in Kenya, Maswa Game Reserve to the south-west, north –west by the Ikorongo Game Reserve and to the east is the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. A stay at One Nature Nyaruswiga is the perfect choice as you get to combine incredible safari opportunities with premium luxury and comfort.
Accommodation at One Nature Nyaruswiga
One Nature Nyaruswiga features 14 luxurious tents spread out across the property hence offering guests extra privacy and exclusivity while relaxing in their tent. With uninterrupted views of The Serengeti Plains, the luxury tents are exactly what one needs while on safari as you are afforded luxurious comfort and spectacular views all in the same place. The tents at the camp are of different rooming types that include deluxe tents, family tents for travelers with children and twin tents. All the 14 tents are bolstered up by strong wooden poles and are all covered with large brown canvas making the tents extra comfortable and strong. The tents feature great amenities and are elegantly decorated with a touch of authentic African inspired décor pieces.
Each luxurious tent at One Nature Nyaruswiga consists of;
A large four poster bed with clean white linen bed sheets, a duvet, a mosquito net and throw pillows.
En-suite bathroom fully stocked with bath essentials, a shower, a flush toilet, clean towels, his & hers wash basins, and mirrors.
A bathtub overlooking The Serengeti plains where you can enjoy the views as you soak in the tub.
Hot and cold running water available throughout the day.
A wood burning fireplace situated in the center of the tent.
Bedside tables with bedside lamps on each side of the bed.
A reading desk with a chair and reading lamp.
Two Italian leather chairs where one can simply sit and relax.
A private bar.
An outdoor shower made of wooden poles.
A private shaded deck overlooking The Serengeti with chairs and a table. (The staff usually set up nicely for guests who would like to eat and chill at the deck while enjoying uninterrupted views across the vast plains.
Facilities and Services at One Nature Nyaruswiga
Lounge and Bar
At the center of the property you find the elegantly decorated lounge and bar. This area has a warm ambiance and features comfortable lounge sofas where one can sit, relax and unwind especially after a long day. The lounge area has high canvas ceilings, is well lit and open on both sides which ideally means you can sit at the lounge and still enjoy views of The Serengeti. The bar at One Nature Nyaruswiga has premium wines, local and international beers with mixologists who make great cocktails, the choice of what you would like is entirely up to you.
Plunge Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi
One Nature Nyaruswiga features a swimming pool still overlooking The Serengeti. The pool and Jacuzzi area is surrounded by brown oak wood making it blend perfectly into the environment. Sun loungers are available at the pool area and an attendant is always onsite.
Dining Area
Serving delicious meals with great tasty options, the dining area at One Nature Nyaruswiga offers the perfect culinary experience. International cuisine and signature African dishes are served. The food is extra fresh and some of the ingredients are locally sourced from Tanzania. With a touch of elegance and exquisite décor setup, the dining area is a great place to have a meal. The dining area also caters to all dietary needs of guests so if you are vegan, vegetarian, lactose intolerant or have any other requirements the kitchen caters to them.
Wellness Treatments
The safari camp has skilled and professional therapists that offer wellness treatments and holistic therapies. A perfect way to end you day while on safari is with a massage, the skilled therapists usually set up nicely just outside private shaded deck where you receive a massage in the midst of The Serengeti Plains.
Star gazing deck
This is one of the most stunning features at the safari camp, the star gazing wooden deck is where you go to enjoy the views of the surrounding areas. The deck has two telescopes that guests can use to view and look out for anything of interest. The deck is beautiful at night as you get to sit under the bright stars hence enjoying a feel of tranquility and the magical outdoors.
Other services offered by One Nature Nyaruswiga include Wi-Fi, ample car parking space and maximum security available 24/7.
Our Review
One Nature Nyaruswiga falls under our category of “luxury intimate lodges in East Africa” so we highly recommend it as it offers comfort, a luxurious experience and privacy while on safari in Tanzania. The luxury safari camp features incredible amenities and the staff at the camp pay attention to detail, doing daily housekeeping, setting up nicely for guest’s meals and are committed to offering unforgettable experiences. The camp is also a perfect base for a migration safari with chances of witnessing the migration of wildlife for the longest time.
Top Things to do while staying at One Nature Nyaruswiga
Game drives in The Serengeti
Game drives are one of the top activities to do while on safari in Serengeti National Park. The park is best experienced while on full day game drives in the park that start in the morning and run throughout the day. Morning hours offers the best sightings mainly because the first hour of daylight provides opportunity to see the predators on the move so it’s best to have an early or packed breakfast from the lodge so that you start out your day much earlier (6am). Spend the day exploring the central circuit of The Serengeti which has a dense population of wildlife and other habitats in the park’s ecosystem that usually have herbivores and predators like lions present searching for the day’s hunt. The Serengeti is also known for its rocky hills known as koppies where you can usually find wildlife like the klipspringers, hyraxes, leopard and nesting raptors. The game drives also offer one spectacular views of the expansive grassland plains of The Serengeti, a true African spectacle.
Lion seen while on a morning game drive in Central Serengeti
Great Migration in Serengeti National Park
The Great Migration is the most popular attraction in The Serengeti and it happens each year. The Great Migration is a magical wildlife encounter that involves visitors watching thousands of zebras and wildebeest as they cross from the Serengeti to the Mara, this unique encounter involves seeing the struggle that animals go through as they traverse the waters filled with crocodiles ready to hunt them. The Great Migration usually happens between June and October and it involves dense numbers of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes travelling long distances from Northern Serengeti in Tanzania up to the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. The River crossings are not predictable as it is a natural wildlife encounter but it normally happens between the months of June – August. The Great Migration season is a magical wildlife spectacle and it is advisable to plan for the trip a year in advance as it tends to attract visitors from across the world to witness the migration.
Bird watching
Birding in The Serengeti is a worthwhile adventure especially for specialist birders as Serengeti national park is an Important Bird Area (IBA) making it possible to tick off endemic bird species. The site is also a hot spot for migratory birds especially during the months between November to April. Birding happens in different habitat areas in The Serengeti including open savanna plains, around perennial rivers like the Mara and Grumeti, in the evergreen woodland areas and around Lake Ndutu. The most sought after birds while on birding safari in Serengeti include the Usambiro barbet, Fischer’s Love bird, Grey-breasted spurfowl and Grey-crested helmet-shrike.
Cultural Tours ( Maasai Village Tour )
The Maasai are a famous ethnic group of Tanzania and known for their fearsome warrior culture. A visit to a Maasai village brings you closer to the local people and also offers you a glimpse in to their culture and way of life. You will be taken through the history of how they used to live in The Serengeti before the conservation area was officially gazetted as a national park. This is a great way to spend an afternoon while on safari in Tanzania. The Maasai are also known for their colorful traditional wear that consists of colorful sheets and radiant beaded jewelry as well as their interesting traditional dance that involves jumping up high.
Sun downers and Bush Meals
Serengeti National Park is a perfect destination for bush meals amidst Tanzania’s largest and oldest national park. With its open savanna plains and scenic landscape, the park offers perfect spots for bush breakfast, a private picnic or bush lunch all while enjoying expansive views of the The Serengeti. The staff at One Nature Nyaruswiga are fantastic when it comes to setting up for bush meals.
Hot Air Balloon Safari
The hot air balloon safari in Serengeti offers stunning views of the national park and wildlife in The Serengeti. It is such a magical and fulfilling adventure that takes you around the park while experiencing it from a bird’s view. One Nature Nyaruswiga offers the perfect base for hot air balloon safaris that go atop the Nyaruswiga hills and the expansive savanna plains.
Drive to Retina Hippo Pool
The Retina hippo pool is located in Central Serengeti and offers the best chances to watch hippos as they cool off and relax in the pool. The hippo pool also attracts other wildlife species that like to forage near the area hence offers great sightings and wonderful photo moments. The Retina hippo pool is situated where the Seronera and Orangi rivers interest and about 200 hippos can be seen meddling in the waters.
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