Serian's Serengeti Lamai

A Meru-style tent in the centre of camp is home to the dining area, lounge and bar. Velvet chairs beckon you to take a seat and gaze at the views of the river and bush beyond, and there's also a small library if you can tear your eyes away from the action. Meals are served family-style at the large dining table - an excellent time to meet fellow travellers and share your stories - and the all-important fire pit is just to the side, when you're ready to retire with a night cap.

Eight intimate tents and two family suites are kept cool under the branches of the magnificent acacias - take advantage of the shade and sit outside on your veranda, binos in hand. Inside you'll find pretty, wrought-iron beds, writing desks and lots of storage space, and woven rugs and colourful cushions add a touch of Serian character. Bathrooms are ensuite with flushing loos and inside/outside showers. Serene environment with no Wi-Fi, encouraging a digital detox experience.

With your own open-top cruiser and expert guide, how you spend your days at Lamai is completely up to you. Head out early in the morning and munch your packed picnic breakfast with one eye on the action in the river - in fact, take a picnic lunch too and you won't miss a thing! When you've had your wildebeest fix, explore further afield and watch out for rhino, lion and cheetah, or embark on a walking safari with one of the exceptionally knowledgable guides.