Grumeti
River Camp is set in the
western corridor of the
magnificent Serengeti
National Park at the edge
of a permanent oxbow pan
formed by an overflow
of the Grumeti River.
It is situated on a bywater
of the Grumeti River,
known for its huge crocodiles.
The camp
is built amongst tall evergreen
trees on the water's edge. The
water of the pan is home to
families of grunting hippo,
which float amongst the watery
carpet of lilies, and the bird
life is varied and prolific.
The tents are a delight.
Huge, monumental beds,
of Tanzanian cypress,
envelop the guest in luxury.
The large shower in the
private bathroom is open
to the sky under its wrought
iron dome offering all
the pleasure of showering
in the open air.
In
the dining area and the
bar local materials have
been used to create a
playful and quirky, yet
very African style.
At night the
lodge buildings and paths are
magically lit by flaming torches
and lamps. The staff will escort
you to the boma, an open-air theatre
for food. Here throne-style chairs
made from twigs with cushions
of royal purple surround a large
and beautifully decorated table
to make an experience dramatic
yet entirely appropriate.
