Ndutu under canvas is a simple, charming little camp that invites adventure and excitement. It follows the Great Migration as the animals move from one section of the park to another in search of water and greener pastures. From December to March the camp is set up in the southern plains of the park, moving into the Western Corridor for June and July, and finally onto the Northern region of the National Park from August to November. Its movement ensures action-packed migration magic regardless of when you check in.




Ndutu Under Canvas has ten, spacious en-suite tents, each with more than enough room to breathe and move freely about. The strategic placement of the tents allows for uninterrupted views and the perfect amount of privacy. Simple, yet uncompromising on comfort, the camp is rustic in nature with wrought iron and wooden furniture, woven mats and neutral earthy tones. Each tent offers an escape from the heat of the day and comfort in the cool of the night without creating too much of a barrier between you and your wild surrounds.
The calving epicentre from December to March, when 8,000 wildebeest are being born every day, and predators are hunting in broad daylight across short-grass plains, there's nowhere on Earth quite like it.
Behold the epic struggle of the herds as they cross the crocodile-infested Mara River (June - July).
This is a seasonal operation that moves with the migraton so make sure to mention which spectacle you want to witness.
The organisation supports various community projects, including the de-snaring project in the Serengeti, medical care solutions like the Olmoti Clinic in Western Kilimanjaro, and educational opportunities like the Emusoi Centre in Arusha. Additionally, initiatives like the Children’s Health Program in Nairobi and contributions to Wildlife Management Areas and Tanzania National Parks underscore their commitment to community well-being and environmental conservation.
Start with a recommended trip or create one from scratch
Ndutu Under Canvas can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Tanzania trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Tanzania trips featuring Ndutu Under Canvas or get advice and suggestions from one of our Tanzania specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at Ndutu Under Canvas start from around $480, or US$480, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Home to the iconic Great Migration, endangered rhino, predator-filled plains and game drives galore.