Best hotels in Tanzania

Set deep within a forest of ancient baobab trees, this intimate, solar-powered retreat invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with the rhythm of nature. With just 10 luxury canvas tents, personalized service, and an atmosphere of barefoot elegance, you’ll experience Africa in its purest form.

Elephant Lair Camp is Planet Lodges’ newest addition to the collection of intimate safari experiences. Set within the elephant-rich landscapes of Tarangire National Park, this permanent tented camp combines the authenticity of traditional safari camping with modern comforts and thoughtful design.

Currently under development and scheduled to welcome guests in June 2026, Elephant Lair represents the commitment to creating meaningful wildlife encounters in Tanzania’s most spectacular settings.

The Siringit Collection is expanding into Tarangire National Park in 2026! Known for its ancient baobab trees, and the highest density of elephants in the world, Tarangire is a dream destination for wildlife lovers. If you adore elephants, this is a place you simply can’t miss. And once you’ve had your fill of incredible elephant encounters, there’s still so much more waiting to be discovered.

A Fresh Take on a Luxury Tented Camp

Introducing Siringit Tarangire Camp. An intimate, elegant new addition designed to offer a refreshingly different take on luxury in the wild. Combining style, comfort, and a deep connection to nature, this new camp will be a unique space to pause, explore, and truly experience Tarangire.

Named after the Maasai word for leopard, life at Olkeri Camp is centred around wildlife. Situated right on Tarangire's border in the Randilen Wildlife Management Area, what makes Olkeri special isn't just the prime waterhole views or the fact you can walk straight from camp into elephant country – it's the freedom that comes with being outside park boundaries. Night drives, walking safaris, fly camping under the stars, and authentic Maasai meetings are all on the menu. Run by the excellent Entara, this is traditional bush camping done right, where ancient baobabs frame your breakfast and buffalo wander past your tent.

Nestled in the forests of the Vuma Mountains that overlook the Mkata Plains of the Mikumi National Park below, Vuma is a cool retreat from the heat of a day's game drive. The sixteen tents are comfortably furnished, so sleeping under canvas at Vuma is a far cry from any ideas of discomfort. Complete with a shaded wooden veranda at the front and en-suite bathroom facilities at the back, you won't be left wanting. The cosy bar area centres around a roaring log fire, opening onto a large decking area from where you can take in the setting sun over the Mkata plains below. Under the same thatch, the dining area enjoys widespread views through the lush trees and overlooks the swimming pool. The Mkata Plains support vast herds of game such as wildebeest, impala, zebra and giraffe with the keys to an outstanding game drive being ever-present - experience, knowledge and a suitable vehicle.

Ubuyu, a Banyan Tree Escape, is an invitation to rewild your soul. An intimate safari retreat set in the untouched nature of Ruaha National Park. Here, expansive, artisan-crafted villas overlook the Great Ruaha River. Harmoniously woven into the open savannah, where animals roam freely in their natural habitat.

Guided by your dedicated Escape Host, experience thoughtfully curated adventures, sustainable communal dining, and ancient healing rituals. Unfiltered, untamed and freeing, this is nature as intended.