Mobile throughout the Serengeti
The Olakira Camp is designed to give you optimum game viewing opportunities.
Location: Olakira Migration Camp offers front-row access to one of nature’s greatest spectacles: the Great Wildebeest Migration. As a mobile camp, it follows the herds, spending July to October in the northern Serengeti for the dramatic Mara River crossings, and moving south during calving season. This unique positioning ensures exceptional wildlife viewing year-round.
Rooms: The camp features nine spacious canvas tents designed to blend hotel-style comfort with bush authenticity. Each tent includes a king-sized bed, handwoven rugs, and wooden furnishings. En-suite bathrooms come with flushing toilets, hot running water, and a traditional outdoor bucket shower. Guests can also relax on their private veranda and enjoy meals in seclusion if desired.
Amenities: At the heart of the camp is the open-sided mess tent, combining a cosy lounge and dining area. Guests can unwind on large sofas while taking in sweeping views or gather under the stars around an outdoor seating area. Meals blend African and Western flavours and can be served in camp or packed for bush picnics on game drives.
Activities: Game drives are a highlight here, with expert guides offering insights into wildlife behaviour and the migration’s movements. During the northern season, walking safaris offer an intimate exploration of the Serengeti, while hot-air balloon rides provide a bird’s-eye view followed by a champagne bush breakfast. Cultural visits to nearby Kuria villages round out the experience.
Sustainability: Olakira prioritises low-impact travel through its mobile design, which leaves a minimal environmental footprint. The camp also supports local communities by sourcing supplies locally and offering cultural tourism that benefits surrounding villages.
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January
January is mixed when it comes to weather, temperatures rise whilst the chance of rain and humidity increases. It is still a good time to go, as the rates are lower yet the game viewing is still excellent.
- During this time migratory herds are in the Serengeti for calving season, meaning the Ndutu plains are busy.
February
The weather remains hot with a chance of rain in February.
- Meanwhile in the Ndutu Plains the migration is still occurring.
March
March is the calm before the storm, before heavy rains and humidity builds. Visitors can take great advantage of lower rates during the low season.
- Migrating herds start to leave Ndutu, heading West towards Grumeti.
April
April experiences continued periods of heavy rain, we would advise against travel due to the conditions.
May
During may there is periods of heavy rain, we would advise against travel due to the conditions.
June
June heralds the wet season, bringing lush green vegetation which can make spotting game more difficult. It is a particularly great time for birders as parks become populated by migratory birds especially in the South.
- Migration is still in the Grumeti area, heading north.
July
July is the start of peak season, temperatures reach up to 30 degrees and the surrounding land becomes drier and spotting game is becoming easier.
- The migration is in the Northern Serengeti moving towards Kenya.
August
August is peak season, with bush land drying out game spotting becomes much easier. If you want to experience Tanzania game at its best, August is the time to travel.
- The migration still remains in the north.
September
Peak season continues in September, the Northern circuit can be very busy, if you want to avoid crowds it's best to visit the southern parks.
- The end of the migration is still in the north with herds on both side of the Kenyan and Tanzanian borders.
October
Peak season continues into October with good game viewing in the Serengeti and southern parks.
- The migration has now crossed over into Kenya.
November
November is the start of the rainy season, the rains tend to be overnight so it is still a popular time to travel. During this month you can take advantage of low season rates.
- Migration crossing over into the Serengeti can be seen a the Tanzania and Kenya border.
December
Rains continue in December, whilst the temperature and humidity start to build. Venturing out on safari is generally good, with large game still easily spotted.
- Migrating herds in the north travel south back to Ndutu.
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