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Namiri Plains
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania · Asilia Africa · High Luxury
In 2014, the area was reopened with Asilia Africa as the custodian, establishing the first safari camp in this big-cat-rich wilderness. Namiri Plains is located in a remote sector of the eastern Serengeti that was closed to tourism for 20 years to serve as a cheetah research zone. Today, it remains a secluded haven with the highest cheetah density in the region.
- 11 rooms
- Opened 2014
- Neighborhood: Bariadi
- Interiors: Caline Williams-Wynn
About Namiri Plains
- The suites and Retreats at Namiri Plains have en-suite bathrooms with flushing toilets and hot water.
History
Namiri Plains is located in a remote sector of the eastern Serengeti that was closed to tourism for 20 years to serve as a cheetah research zone. In 2014, the area was reopened with Asilia Africa as the custodian, establishing the first safari camp in this big-cat-rich wilderness. Today, it remains a secluded haven with the highest cheetah density in the region.
Experiences
- Private guided game drives — Each Retreat has a private guide and six-seater vehicle, allowing full-day sightings or picnic breakfasts on early drives.
- Private firepit sundowners — Each Retreat has a private firepit reached by steps from the veranda, used for pre-dinner sundowners.
- Walking safaris — Guided walking safaris with an armed ranger, available 1 Jun to 15 Feb subject to weather; pre-booking required; minimum age 12.
- Serengeti Cheetah Project researcher evening — An informative evening with researchers from the Serengeti Cheetah Project.
- Spa on safari — Treatments by professional therapists using lotions and aromas inspired by Africa, at the main camp spa.
- Hot-air balloon safaris — Hot-air balloon safaris for wildlife viewing from above; the host can arrange last-minute flights.
Amenities
- 11 elegant tented suites with en suite bathrooms and outdoor showers
- Swimming pool and shaded deck area overlooking the plains
- Private spa offering a range of treatments
- Custom-designed photographic safari vehicles
- 100% solar power with battery-charging facilities
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in camp
- All-inclusive
Awards
- Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards (2025)
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