A family-owned tented camp in the Hembe Hills of the central Serengeti, about 40 minutes from Seronera — 15 en-suite tents, campfire evenings and wildlife close by.
Tukaone is a family-owned tented camp in the Hembe Hills of the central Serengeti, north-west of Seronera. The Seronera valley, about 40 minutes’ drive away, is one of the best places in Africa to see big cats: its rivers and kopjes support resident lions, leopards and cheetahs throughout the year, so game drives from Tukaone are rewarding in every season.
The camp has fifteen spacious tents made of heavy canvas, raised on timber platforms, each with a private veranda looking out over the savanna. Tents come in single, twin, double and triple layouts and have en-suite bathrooms with solar-heated showers and mosquito nets. They are comfortable and well kept rather than showy — the focus is on the Serengeti outside.
The main area has a dining tent, a bar and lounge, a small library with books and board games, and a gift shop. In the evening, guests gather around the campfire to share the day’s sightings under a sky full of stars. Wildlife such as wildebeest and zebra often passes close to camp, and at night the sounds of the bush are all around.
Power is solar, with a charging station in the main area, and Wi-Fi is available in the main tent. Because the camp is unfenced, guests are escorted after dark.
With its family atmosphere, triple tents, kids’ meals and fair prices, Tukaone is a smart choice for families and for travellers who want a genuine tented experience in a prime location without paying luxury rates.
Fifteen spacious tents of heavy canvas, raised on timber platforms, each with an en-suite bathroom, a solar-heated shower and a private veranda looking over the savanna. Triple layouts make them a practical choice for families or friends travelling together.
Multi-course meals mixing local and international dishes, with a family-friendly buffet.
A relaxed lounge with a bar, a library of books and board games for quiet afternoons.
Evenings around the fire under the Serengeti sky, sharing the day’s sightings.
Available in the main tent — not in the guest tents.
Solar electricity and hot water, with a charging station in the main area.
Triple tents, kids’ meals and games for younger travellers.
Meals are served in the dining tent: multi-course dinners that mix local and international dishes, made with local ingredients wherever possible. Breakfast and lunch can be taken in camp, or packed so you can stay out in the Seronera valley for a full day of game drives.
Families are well looked after, with kids’ meals and a family-friendly buffet. Special diet menus are available; tell us your requirements when you book and we will pass them to the camp. After dinner, the bar and the campfire are the natural places to end the day.
The camp is in the Hembe Hills of the central Serengeti, about 40 minutes’ drive from Seronera and around 1 hour 40 minutes from Naabi Hill gate, the main southern entrance to the park.
Most guests arrive by road via the Ngorongoro Conservation Area as part of a northern circuit safari, enjoying a game drive across the Serengeti plains on the way. Others fly by light aircraft to Seronera airstrip and are met by their guide. Serengeti camping fees apply in addition to park fees; both are included in our quotes.
The central Serengeti has excellent wildlife all year. Resident lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and giraffes stay in the area regardless of season, which makes it the most reliable part of the park for a short stay.
The Great Migration usually passes through the central Serengeti around April to June, as the herds move north from the southern plains, and again around November and December on their way back south. The dry months from June to October bring clear skies and easy viewing; the green season brings lush grass and fewer vehicles.
Within reach of the Seronera valley’s resident big cats, the most reliable game viewing in the Serengeti.
A personal, welcoming atmosphere that larger camps cannot match.
Triple tents, kids’ meals and board games make family safaris easy.
Comfortable tents in a prime location without the luxury price.
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In the Hembe Hills of the central Serengeti, north-west of Seronera, about 40 minutes’ drive from the Seronera valley.
Fifteen en-suite tents in single, twin, double or triple configurations, raised on timber platforms with private verandas.
Wi-Fi is available in the main tent, not in the guest tents. Power is solar, with charging in the main area.
Yes — triple tents, kids’ meals, a family-friendly buffet and board games make it easy for families.
Any time — the central Serengeti has resident wildlife all year, and the migration passes through around April–June and November–December.
Yes, it is also listed as Tukaone Weavers Serengeti Camp. We confirm the details with the camp when we book.
Tell us your dates and we will check availability and build a personalised Tanzania itinerary around your stay.
