Olivers Camp

User Review:

• Tarangire National Park lies in the floor of the Great Rift Valley, an area fringed by pastoralists living from the land, mainly the famous Maasai. The vegetation is denser than the Serengeti, with baobab trees, acacia and mixed woodland. It's well known for its elephant population, its tree-climbing lions and over 550 varieties of birds. Oliver's Camp is in the heart of Tarangire, further south-east from the main entrance to the park than most other camps, and close to the famous Silale Swamps and the Minyonyo Pools, one of the very best game viewing locations. It feels wonderfully remote and is the only camp where walking safaris can be taken in the park, and the guides here specialise in tracking animals on foot. Walks range from an hour around the camp to a full day exploring the 'wilderness zones', or even overnight-ers, using fly-camps. Camp itself is made up of 8 tents, linked by sandy paths, and a colonial-style canopied dining area and lounge set amongst a stand of umbrella acacias. It's utterly lovely - plus you get peace and tranquility, open skies and fires, and proximity to the wildlife you came to see. Our favourite Tanzanian camp.
• The description was provided by Aafeez Jivraj