Kigelia Camp
Kigelia Camp is a small authentic tented safari camp in a secluded location in the Ruaha National Park. The camp is set within a grove of sausage trees (Kigelia Africana) on the bank of the Ifuguru River, one of Ruaha’s seasonal sand rivers, not far from the confluence of the Mwagusi and Great Ruaha Rivers. Children from eight years are welcome.
Accommodation & Facilities
The camp has just six large safari tents, all with beautiful views over the river, and offering guests great comfort and privacy. The tents are equipped with solar lighting, a flush loo, and an outside bucket shower. The beds are big and very comfortable, and the tents also have a verandah with a table and chairs for relaxation. There is a family tent with two full size en-suite tents sleeping a maximum of five (two adults and three children) connected via a tented link. The camp has a beautifully designed dining and lounge tent.
Eating & Sleeping
For maximum flexibility families are encouraged to book a private vehicle in which case children can have separate meal times to suit. The chef is happy to discuss the children’s preference on arrival and provide accordingly. There is a children’s menu featuring nursery favourites such as cauliflower cheese, pizza, sausages and mash etc. Specific dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior notice.
There are no formal childcare facilities so parents must be responsible for their children at all times.
Wildlife & Activities
The wildlife in the Ruaha National Park is among the most diverse in Tanzania, and it tends to congregate along the Great Ruaha River during the dry season. The sand rivers that run off the escarpment provide food and water until such time as the land has dried out too much and the camp is ideally situated to take advantage of this seasonal influx of wildlife. Guests can enjoy game drives and bush walks with excellent guides.
Specifically for children …
Activities are planned with the family and will be discussed between the guides, management and guests when they arrive into camp.
• There is lots to explore on short walks around the camp.
• Children 12 years and above can accompany parents on bush walks.
• Bush picnics.
