Kigelia Camp

Kigelia Camp is an understated little bush-camp has been at the heart of the eastern part of Ruaha for years, where wildlife is most concentrated and many stories are told of encounters with the great mammals of Africa.

Kigelia Ruaha is where you go when your soul seeks the humbling solitude of giant baobabs, the exhiliration of encountering Africa's big cats or great herds of elephant; where the focus is on experiencing nature and not the gold taps, and where you can feel at home while simultaneously enjoying the care of a dedicated team.

The camp itself has just six airy tents set beneath the boughs of the Sausage Tree (Kigelia Africana) after which it was named. It has a charm and simplicity which, for us, means that it highlights the surrounding landscape rather than detracts from it. Falling asleep under canvas to the calls of leopard, and waking in the dappled light of the sun as it peers through the bush is simply magic.

Kigelia's carefully judged simplicity allows for a particular intimacy with the bush and the wildlife we all share it with.

Safari Tents

A grove of Kigelia (Sausage Tree) is home to this simple tented camp. There are only six tents here and it's certainly not camping like you know it - bigt airy tents provide shelter from the elements without detracting from the beauty of the natural bush setting. The tents are well furnished with locally crafted pale wood furniture and there's a hot safari-style bucket shower under the stars (the showers are en-suite but outdoors), and a flush loo. One of the tents is the family tent which has two adjoining en-suite bedrooms.

Family Tent

There is one unit designed specifically for families at Kigelia. With two full size en suite rooms under one thatch rood this is ideal for families with young children. Your own space, but close together to enjoy being on safari as a family.

Property Facilities

6 Rooms
Family Tents
Honeymoon Suite
Ensuite Bathroom
Power in Room
Charging Facilities

Experiences

Vehicle Safari
Full Day Game Drive
Night Drive Safari
Birding Safari
Big Five: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo

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