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Introducing the Nyumbu Luxury Collection - redefining luxury in the African wilderness - exceptional Serengeti safaris in exclusive-use vehicles.

Join Renette Hartridge as she introduces the Nyumbu Luxury Collection - redefining luxury in the African wilderness - exceptional Serengeti safaris in exclusive-use vehicles.

The Nyumbu Luxury Collection, is a female-led, indigenously-owned Tanzanian company - redefining luxury in the African wilderness - operating exceptional Serengeti safaris in exclusive-use vehicles in Ndutu and Kogatende.

Nyumbu Luxury Migration Camp is rewriting the narrative that authentic, Tanzanian mobile camps must be simple with foldable furniture, basic meals and bucket showers. Our 12 tent boutique, safari mobile camp is decadently furnished like a permanent camp, with gourmet dining and solar panels provide piped hot water showers 24/7.

Nyumbu Luxury Migration Camp comprises 12 luxury tents incl. 2 family tents and moves twice a year to position our guests amid the natural phenomenon of the wildebeest migration. From 15th December - 30th March the camp is in the Ndutu area of the Ngorongoro Crater Area Authority (NCAA), to experience the calving season when hundreds of thousands of female wildebeest give birth in synchronisation. From 1st June – 31 October the camp is rebuilt in the Northern Serengeti in Kogatende, affording our guests a front-row to the dramatic river crossings, a highlight of the annual Great Migration. 

Our decadent NEW lodge - Upeo Serengeti By Nyumbu Lodge launches June 2026. Upeo meaning ‘horizon’ in Swahili is under construction in the Kogatende area. Elevated, on a granite outcrop (kopjie) the lodge features panoramic savannah views, year-round great game experiences and with the highlight of the legendary river crossings from June to October.  Our new luxury lodge will comprise 10 villas, incl. 2 family & 2 honeymoon villas - all the villas have private plunge pools.

Founded and operated by locals, the name "Nyumbu” means "wildebeest" in Swahili and mirrors Nyumbu Luxury Collection’s commitment to promoting and preserving Tanzanian wildlife, local languages and traditions.   In tandem with their sustainable and responsible tourism practice, the collection showcases natural beauty and cultural heritage with exceptional Tanzanian migration safari experiences.

Summary of key points:

The Nyumbu Luxury Collection is a female-led, indigenously-owned Tanzanian company - redefining luxury in the African wilderness - operating exceptional Serengeti safaris in exclusive-use vehicles in Ndutu and Kogatende.

Aimed at the mid-high end East African safari enthusiast, Nyumbu Luxury Collections product offering,  experiential inclusions and hospitality execution offers excellent value for money.

The Nyumbu Luxury Collection comprises:

  • Nyumbu Luxury Migration Camp (boutique mobile camp)
  • Upeo Serengeti By Nyumbu Lodge (Our decadent NEW lodge - launches June 2026)

Nyumbu Luxury Migration Camp – (12 luxury tents incl. 2 family tents)

  • 15 Dec - 31 March - Ndutu area of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for the synchronised calving of wildebeest and zebra, with views of Lake Masek
  • 1 June - 31 Oct - Kogatende at Kichwa Tembo 2, for a front row of the dramatic Mara River crossings

Upeo Seregenti By Nyumbu Lodge – (10 villas, incl. 2 family & 2 honeymoon villas - all the villas have private plunge pools)

  • Kogatende, nr Tabora B, elevated on a granite outcrop (kopjie) with panoramic savannah views, year-round great game experiences and with the river crossings from June to October.

All ages are welcome and both the mobile camp and lodge offer: game drives, walking safaris, bush breakfast/lunch/sundowners/dinner and massage/spa as well as cultural village interactions. These immersive cultural experiences, including a Maasai Vow Renewal Ceremony — a meaningful and authentic touch for couples seeking something truly unique.

Our brand: The Nyumbu Luxury Collection mirrors our commitment to promoting and preserving Tanzanian wildlife, language and tradition: 

  • Nyumbu (means wildebeest in Swahili) Luxury Migration Camp rewrites the narrative that authentic mobile camps should comprise of folding furniture, basic meals and bucket showers. Our 12 tent luxury mobile camp is pitched for comfortable decadence like a permanent high-end camp, with solid quality furnishings, gourmet meal service and solar panels provide piped hot water showers on demand.  Private vehicles are included for all our guests on game package.
  • Upeo (means horizon in Swahili) Serengeti Lodge, where elegant modern design merges with the timeless spirit of Africa.  The lodge is built into a towering granite hill with 360-degree savannah views. Each of the 10 villas feature a hand-carved standalone granite bathtub with a view,   in- and outdoor showers and a private relaxation deck with infinity plunge pool. Private vehicles are included for all our guests on game package. The Pangoni Wellness Cavern is inspired by Maasai healing traditions and offers curated natural spa treatments.

  • Nyumbu Luxury Mobile Camp - exact locations:

    Kogatende, Kichwa Tembo 2 

    GPRS Coordinates:  1.736662,34.962379.

  • Ndutu 

    GPRS Coordinates:  3.023619,35.031537.

  • Upeo Lodge by Nyumbu - exact location: Kogatende, Nr Tabora B

    GPRS Coordinates:  X705528, Y9804590.

  • 45 min game time from Nyumbu Luxury Migration Camp to Mara River for the crossings.

  • 1 hr game drive from Upeo Lodge by Nyumbu to Mara River for the river crossings + year round great game viewing.

  • There are over 14 recognised crossing points on the Mara River that span over 40-50 km, our experienced, responsible, local guides place guests in the less frequently visited crossing points.

The Nyumbu Luxury Collection mission is showcasing the rich, natural beauty and cultural heritage of Tanzania with sustainable and responsible tourism practice incl: solar power, waste management and up-cycling and; zero plastic water bottles. 

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