Olaado Ndutu Camp

At the heart of camp, a large canvas mess tent with foldaway side-flaps sits on a wooden deck. There's a small lounge area, but the tent serves primarily as the restaurant and bar. The structure is simple; sophistication lies in elements such as well-cushioned chairs in good-quality textiles, and smartly dressed tables. In the evenings, everything is aglow with lanterns and oozing with classic safari romance. The fireplace outside is the most convivial spot for sundowners and a nightcap.

The eight tents are generously spaced and placed with care to ensure you have uninterrupted views of the wilderness. With canvas walls and zipped doors, the tents appear basic and functional. Once inside though, the comfort becomes apparent – fine linens on the beds, rugs underfoot, bedside lamps, power 24/7, and a decently sized en-suite bathroom with running water and a flush toilet give the tents a more permanent feel. That's not bad for a camp in the middle of nowhere.

​Because Olaado Ndutu relocates seasonally to follow the path of the migration, you're sure to encounter a glut of wildlife whenever you go. Of course there are the herds of wildebeest and zebra, but you'll also see elephant, giraffe, buffalo and the carnivores – hyena, cheetah, lion, leopard and wild dog. The Serengeti's ecosystem is clearly a healthy one. Activities focus on game drives, for obvious reasons, so you're pretty much guaranteed excellent bang for your buck.