Fodor's Expert Review Tandala Camp

Ruaha National Park, Iringa, Tanzania

Because Tandala is in a private conservancy 5 km (3 miles) outside the entrance gate, guests can take early morning game walks and game drives, engage in bird-viewing, or experience authentic cultural visits to the Maasai bomas, local village, and market. There are no frills here, but it's comfortable, and you stay in an en suite tent that's built on a raised wooden platform that overlooks a seasonal river. There's an attractive restaurant and bar area beside the swimming pool. A nearby waterhole attracts game at all times, particularly during the dry season, although elephants are hanging around most of the time.

PROS

  • great views from your tent's raised deck
  • elephants often frequent the nearby waterhole
  • children of all ages welcome

CONS

  • very bumpy road to the Ruaha park entrance (10 minutes)
  • outside of the main park
  • rustic and simple tents

QUICK FACTS

Resort
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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 255-755-680--220

HOTEL DETAILS

11 tents
Rate Includes: All-Inclusive, Closed Mar.

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