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Sayari Camp

The award-winning Sayari Camp is based in the north of Serengeti National Park, with a prime location to witness thousands of wildebeest crash across the Mara River as part of their Great Migration.

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From $2,250 per person sharing, per night

LocationSerengeti
From, per person · night$2,250
AvailabilityLive

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Sayari Camp

About the lodge

An overview of Sayari Camp.

The award-winning Sayari Camp is based in the north of Serengeti National Park, with a prime location to witness thousands of wildebeest crash across the Mara River as part of their Great Migration.

Highlights

  • One of the finest permanent luxury safari camps in the unspoilt northern Serengeti
  • 15 ultra-luxurious tented guest suites
  • Perfectly located to witness the annual wildebeest migration and river crossings

You Should Know

  • Children aged 5 years and older are warmly welcomed at Sayari Camp.
  • Sayari Camp is closed from 1st April to 31st May.

The Detail

The classic Sayari Camp boasts fifteen tented suites, each built from canvas, sand, stone, and mahogany — blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings.

Each Luxury Tented Suite features a king-sized bed (twin beds available), en-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers, and separate bathtubs that overlook the Northern Serengeti plains. Beautiful private verandas extend from each suite, offering exceptional views.

Sayari has been thoughtfully designed to offer various relaxation areas for guests. The camp takes pride in delivering personalized service. Guests can enjoy several indoor and outdoor dining areas for a sumptuous meal, a cozy library with a fireplace, and a rim-flow swimming pool offering breathtaking views of the Serengeti and its abundant wildlife.

Meals at Sayari are wholesome, with most fresh produce sourced from local farms in Nyamakendo, Mbalibali, and Merenga villages as part of Asilia’s Taste of Serengeti project.

Breakfasts can be enjoyed in camp or out in the bush and include continental or full English breakfast options. Lunches are light buffets, while dinners are three-course plated meals. If you're embarking on a full-day safari, you have the option to enjoy your lunch in the bush.

From July to November, large herds of wildebeest gather on the banks of the Mara River, preparing to cross the crocodile-infested waters as they journey north. These crossings are action-packed, with predators waiting on the other side for an opportunity to strike. Witnessing the thunder of millions of wildebeest crossing is one of the dramatic wildlife spectacles seen at Sayari Camp.

During the months of December through March, the migration moves south, leaving the Northern Serengeti. At this time, the area offers a more exclusive experience with large herds of plains game closely followed by lions and cheetahs. Leopards often stay in the lush riverine forests, while sightings of elephants and rhinos are common. The arrival of European migratory birds boosts the bird population to over 500 species, making it a spectacular time for birding enthusiasts to visit.

Activities offered at the camp include twice-daily open vehicle game drives, bush walks, bush breakfasts, picnics, starlit dinners, cultural and community visits, and hot air ballooning.

Sayari Camp is ideal for solo explorers, couples, and families seeking an exclusive safari experience.

Price Includes

  • Accommodation, all meals, beverages (except champagne, cellar wines, and premium brand spirits), laundry service, scheduled open vehicle game drives, short walking safaris, transfers to/from Kogatende airstrip.
  • Rates are per person sharing unless specified otherwise.
  • Single supplements may apply.
  • Request a quote or speak to one of our agents for the best, most current rates available.

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Rates and dates.

Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.

Valid until 19 Dec 2026

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Peak / migration

1 Jul 2026 – 31 Oct 2026

All Inclusive - All meals, selected house drinks, scheduled open vehicle game drives, walking safari and transfers to/from the nearest airstrip

$2,250

per person · night

Shoulder

1 Nov 2026 – 19 Dec 2026

All Inclusive - All meals, selected house drinks, scheduled open vehicle game drives, walking safari and transfers to/from the nearest airstrip

$1,030

per person · night

Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.

Current offers

Special offer available.

Stay & Pay

Stay 5+ nights and receive a 7% discount. Valid year round excluding July and August

Last minute

Travel within 6 weeks of booking and receive a 25% discount

Family policies

Travelling with children.

What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Sayari Camp, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .

Minimum ages
Stay 5+ · Game drives 5+ · Walking safari 12+
Child rates
Children aged 5–18 (at time of travel) sharing with adults pay 50% of the accommodation rate. In low/green season, one child (18 and under) sharing with an adult stays free (park, concession, camping and conservation fees still payable).
Family rooms
Family unit available.
Care
No dedicated kids' programme
Exceptions

Sayari Retreat (exclusive-use family unit) specifically accommodates children aged 5 and upwards: two ensuite bedrooms plus two rollaway beds for children (up to six people per unit), with a private chef, host and dedicated safari guide and vehicle. Late check-out not available at the Retreat in high season due to its exclusive nature. Game drives: in high season, families of fewer than 5 pax with children aged 5–12 must pre-book a private vehicle at standard rates (booking may not be accommodated if unavailable). In low and green season, the private vehicle is complimentary for families under 5 pax with 5–12 year olds, subject to availability. Year-round, families of 5+ with children aged 5–12 receive a complimentary private vehicle for every 5 pax. Walking safaris carry a minimum age of 12.

Your specialist for this lodge

Kim Abrahams

Kim Abrahams

Safari Specialist - Southern Africa & East Africa

Knows Sayari Camp backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.

"Very helpful with itinerary and excellent arrangements of transport from and to Cape Town, and Idubi in Sabi Sands and Lukimbi in Kruger. Although a rep for Safari.com said a letter from a doctor was not required, such a letter IS REQUIRED to go on bush walks if older than 65. Fortunately, we checked the reserve web site and had a doctor's letter."
August 2026 · Verified on Trustpilot ↗

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