Olakira Migration Camp
A magnificent Camp providing authentic safari feel as it travels around Serengeti National Park, while still bringing all comforts of home
Olakira Migration Camp is a mobile camp that follows the wildebeest’s migration around the Serengeti area, from the breathtaking river crossings in the north to the southern plains where thousands of calves are born every year. With this comes the flexibility and reliability of being up close and comfortable with the game. Olakira Migration Camp stays up in Northern Serengeti for the summer months of June, July, August, September, October and November, and then shifts down to the southern plains for calving season from December to March.
Olakira migration camp experience
Olakira Migration Camp follows the Great migration throughout the year, offering the closest possible view of millions of wildebeests, zebras, Thompson gazelles alongside other predators including Lions and cheetahs. The canvas tents are designed to blend into the bush without leaving a trace. Guests at Olakira Migration Camp fall in love with the sprawling plains of the Serengeti or Ndutu region from the dining tent, while others spend a leisurely afternoon in an armchair, watching zebras or Thomson’s gazelles pass by. After dark, dinner is served under the stars.
Dining (Food and Drinks)
Olakira Migration Camp source their organic produce from the local farmers’ wholesome menus, and delicious meals. A new day starts with a continental buffet or a full English breakfast; a light buffet including fresh salads and homemade bread for Lunch while dinner is a three-course affair served in the dining tent or under the stars.
Accommodation and Facilities
There are nine, spacious Meru-style tents with en-suite facilities, outdoor beds, en-suite bathroom with bucket showers, wash basin and flush toilets. Each tent has a king-size or twin beds, cozy rugs, campaign chairs, writing desk and a day bed for relaxing in between safari drives. The central guest area consists of a lounge tent with comfortable sofas, floor cushions, and a small library of books and African games. The open-air dining tent serves family-style dinners under canvas by lantern light, with private tables available upon request. Bush picnics are a daytime option, enhancing the spirit of adventure.
Other facilities include; Free Wi-Fi, Solar power, star beds, Bar, and Laundry services.
When to Travel to Olakira Migration Camp
Since Olakira Migration Camp follows the wildebeest herds through the Serengeti, it embodies the Romance of Classic African safari, which guarantees seeing the Great Migration at any time of year (except April and May and the latter half of November, when the camp is closed). July and August are the busiest months in the Serengeti, when there will be many other visitors in the area.
Location
Olakira Migration Camp is in the Southern plains of Serengeti from December to March, where thousands of wildebeests go for calving and graze on the lush grass, while predators including the Lions and Cheetahs gather together to prey on the calves of the wildebeests.
Whereas, between June and November, the Migration Camp of Olakira is in the north to witness the Mara River, where thousands of Wildebeests crossover the river, while facing hungry Nile Crocodiles and hippos.
Being a migratory camp, the emphasis is not on the camp, but on the experience of being out in the wilderness and surrounded by game. This, Olakira Migration Camp executes really well and, for those looking to have a more “raw” experience while on safari then we would recommend Olakira Migration Camp.
Things to Do at Olakira Migration Camp
Activities offered by Olakira Migration Camp depends on the two acts of the Great Migration, that is; the dramatic river crossings in the north and the calving in the south. No matter the location, there’s plenty to keep you busy.
Game drives
Olakira Migration Camp offers both early morning and late afternoon game drives. These game drives are led by the camp’s expert local guides. Guests depart early in the morning and again late in the afternoon, when the temperatures are cool. Besides the wildebeest, zebras, antelopes and gazelle herds, predators are most likely to be seen as well.
Hot-air balloon safaris
Don’t miss out on an evocative and awe-inspiring opportunity to ascend above the Serengeti in a hot-air balloon, where you will appreciate the full scope of the wildebeest migration and viewing the sun’s color change as it rises. This experience is at an additional cost and is weather dependent.
Photographic safaris
When in the North during the months of July to November, guests have access to the specially modified photographic vehicles, based at Sayari camp. The open vehicle allows keen amateurs and professional photographers to shoot at eye level with wildlife. It is facilitated with all the gear to ensure award-winning shots — from beanbags while camera rests to 360° swivel seats. Bookings are made early prior to the date of the activity.
Not only does the camp offer above activities, but also Star Gazing, Bush Dining, Bird Watching, Local village visits, Full day safaris, picnics and 4×4 Drives