A small, simple bush camp in the far northern Serengeti, a short drive from the Mara River and Kogatende airstrip — an authentic base for the migration river crossings.
Mara Kati Kati is a small, simple bush camp in the far north of the Serengeti, a short drive from both the Mara River and Kogatende airstrip. It is designed in the spirit of a mobile camp — close to the wildlife rather than full of extras — and is especially well placed for the Great Migration’s dramatic river crossings, usually between July and September.
The northern Serengeti is one of the most beautiful parts of the park: rolling hills, open grasslands and the winding Mara River, where wildebeest and zebra plunge into the water past waiting crocodiles. Staying close to the river means more time at the crossing points and less time on the road.
The camp has ten safari tents and one family tent. Each tent has a covered veranda, iron-frame beds, a writing desk and an en-suite bathroom with a flush toilet and a safari shower, with hot water brought on request. The family tent has two sleeping areas — one large bed and two singles — sharing a bathroom, for two adults and two children.
Meals are served full board in the central mess tent, at individual tables inside or outdoors, and evenings are spent around the campfire. Lighting is solar with a backup generator. There is no Wi-Fi, which many guests find is part of the charm, and extras such as drinks are paid for in cash.
The camp does not have its own guides, so it works best on a private guided safari — exactly how we run our northern Serengeti trips.
Ten en-suite tents with iron-frame beds, a writing desk and a covered veranda to sit and watch the plains. Bathrooms have a flush toilet and a safari shower, with hot water brought to your tent on request — simple, comfortable and close to nature.
A tent with two sleeping areas sharing one bathroom, for a family of two adults and two children. Best suited to older children, as this is a simple bush camp with wildlife moving around.
Full-board meals at individual tables, inside or outdoors.
Evenings under the stars, sharing the day’s crossing stories.
A safe in the main area for valuables.
Solar lighting with a backup generator, in the spirit of a mobile camp.
Meals are served full board in the central mess tent, at individual tables indoors or out under the sky. Food is hearty and home-style — exactly what you want after a long day waiting at the river.
For early starts to the crossing points, breakfast can be packed so you can be at the river at first light, and a private bush breakfast can be arranged. Drinks are not included and are paid for in cash at camp (US dollars, euros, pounds or Tanzanian shillings). Let us know about any dietary needs when you book.
The camp is a short drive from Kogatende airstrip in the far north of the Serengeti, reached by light aircraft from Arusha or the central Serengeti. By road, it is about two hours from the central Serengeti — a scenic drive with game viewing along the way.
Because the camp does not have its own guides, you explore with your private Genet Expeditions guide and vehicle, giving you the flexibility to follow the herds and wait at the river for a crossing.
July to September is the prime time for the Mara River crossings, when the Great Migration moves through the northern Serengeti. Crossings can continue into October in some years.
Herd movements vary each year with the rains, so we check the latest reports before confirming your dates and advise on the best timing. Outside migration season the north is quiet and green, with good resident wildlife.
A short drive from the Mara River and its famous crossing points.
Simple, comfortable and close to nature, in the spirit of a mobile camp.
Two sleeping areas for two adults and two children.
Migration season in the north without the luxury price.
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July to September, when the Great Migration crosses the Mara River. We check the latest herd movements before confirming dates.
Ten safari tents and one family tent, each with an en-suite bathroom.
No — the camp has no Wi-Fi, which many guests enjoy as a break from screens.
No. Meals are full board; drinks are paid for in cash at camp.
It is best for older children, as it is a simple bush camp with wildlife around.
No, so it works best on a private guided safari — you explore with your own Genet Expeditions guide and vehicle.
Tell us your dates and we will check availability and build a personalised Tanzania itinerary around your stay.
