The Best Safari Lodges in Kenya & Tanzania for 2026
When planning a safari, your choice of lodge or camp is just as important as the parks you visit. At Oloi Shorua, we don’t simply recommend lodges off a list — we personally test, review, and revisit each property before including it in our itineraries.
Our process looks like this:
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Wildlife Location First – We prioritize lodges located in prime wildlife areas (migration routes, rhino sanctuaries, elephant corridors).
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Style & Comfort – From ultra-luxury tented camps to boutique eco-lodges, we balance modern comforts with authentic safari charm.
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Access & Logistics – Some areas are best accessed by bush flights, others by scenic drives. We carefully choose lodges that minimize travel fatigue.
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Guest Profiles – Families, honeymooners, photographers, or seasoned safari-goers — every lodge fits a different type of traveler.
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Sustainability & Conservation – We only work with properties that actively support conservation and local communities.
With that in mind, here’s our curated list of the best safari lodges in Kenya & Tanzania for 2026.
🌍 Best Safari Lodges in Kenya (2026)
Masai Mara
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Ishara Mara – A new benchmark for modern luxury, offering breathtaking Mara views.
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Angama Mara – Iconic, perched high above the plains with sweeping migration views.
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Governors’ Il Moran Camp – Exclusive and intimate, perfect for serious wildlife enthusiasts.
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Sanctuary Olonana – A luxury riverside lodge with exceptional service and sustainability focus.
Amboseli
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Tawi Lodge – Set in a private conservancy, offering Kilimanjaro views with eco-luxury charm.
- Tortilis Camp – Known for Mount Kilimanjaro views and big-tusked elephants.
Laikipia & Ol Pejeta
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Solio Lodge – Nestled in Kenya’s first private rhino conservancy, a haven for black and white rhino sightings.
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Ol Pejeta Bush Camp – Known for rhino conservation and immersive wilderness.
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Segera Retreat – Luxury, art, and conservation combined in a private Laikipia retreat.
🌍 Best Safari Lodges in Tanzania (2026)
Serengeti
- Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti – A rare permanent lodge with decks overlooking a watering hole.
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Singita Grumeti Reserves (Sasakwa, Sabora, Faru Faru) – Synonymous with exclusivity and migration access.
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Serengeti Under Canvas (andBeyond) – Mobile camps that follow the migration.
Ngorongoro Crater
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&Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge – The iconic “Versailles of Africa” with the best crater-edge views.
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The Highlands Ngorongoro – Dome-shaped suites offering both comfort and wilderness immersion.
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Lemala Osonjoi Lodge – Elegant new lodge offering views of the crater.
Tarangire & Lake Manyara
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Chem Chem Lodge – A slow-safari retreat between Tarangire and Lake Manyara.
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Lake Manyara Tree Lodge (andBeyond) – Luxurious treehouses set deep inside the national park.
Planning Your 2026 Safari
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Book 12–18 months ahead if you want the top lodges during migration.
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Consider a Kenya + Tanzania combo itinerary:
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1 night Nairobi
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2 nights Lake Naivasha
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3 nights Masai Mara
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3 nights Serengeti
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2 nights Ngorongoro Crater
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1 night Lake Manyara
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All-inclusive advantage – Your safari is prepaid: accommodation, meals, transfers, and activities are covered. You’ll only need extra for tips, premium drinks, or personal shopping.
👉 Wondering how we select lodges for our clients? Discover our behind-the-scenes process in How We Personally Test Every Lodge Before Recommending It.
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