Oliver’s Tented Camp

Oliver’s Tented Camp

Oliver’s Tented Camp situated in the remote Southern reaches of Tarangire National . And within easy reach of the Silale swamps. The Camp is perfectly located to ensure an excellent year-round safari experience in Tanzania as each passing season paints the park in vivid new colours. Far from the high-volume “circuit track”, Oliver’s Tented Camp offers great access to some of the best game-viewing in Tanzania. With some sense of exclusivity that is rare for such a prime location.

Oliver’s Tented Camp is located about 30 minutes away from Kuro Airstrip. It overlooks the flood plain of the Minyonyo Pools which attracts a great number of animals throughout the year during the dry season. The Minyonyo Pools also known for having a huge elephant population. This therefore makes it a great base from which to explore the untouched southern section of Tarangire National Park. In case you’re a big fan of cats. You thrilled with sightings of lions, leopards and cheetahs, and also if you’re an elephant fan, you’ll be in heaven.
During the dry season in the months of July to October, Tarangire National Park hosts one of Tanzania’s largest migrations as thousands of wildlife pour in from the Maasai Steppes and Great Rift Valley. In search for water and fresh grass hence creating what is reputedly the Country’s highest concentration of wildlife. Apart from the sheer volume of game, the Park particularly noted for its large elephant herds, rare antelope species. And also beautiful landscape entirely dominated by baobabs and “umbrella” acacias.

Facilities and Amenities at Oliver’s Tented Camp

Oliver’s Tented Camp has 10 en-suite safari tents that epitomise bush elegance in an eye-catching setting. The blood-red leather armchairs match the ochre soils beyond the canvas walls and the headboards are hand-carved from African mahogany. All the suites come complete with spacious indoor and outdoor showers and also flushing toilets. Guests at Oliver’s Tented Camp can enjoy magnificent views of the horizon punctuated by the silhouettes of the ever-present baobab trees at the comfort of their private verandas. Oliver’s authentically reflects the romance and elegant simplicity of a traditional safari camp. With the discreet addition of all the luxury a modern traveler would love to find.
The Tents blend seamlessly into the surrounding vegetation, and they are decorated with the elegant splendor that becomes a traditional Tarangire safari camp. The main area is filled with interesting paper-backs on the surrounding region and its wildlife. A few well worn, deep, leather sofas provide a great place to sit down and soak in your surroundings.
Each of the rooms possess a double or twin bed which are made from heavy locally sourced wood, side tables plus lighting, large woven floor matting, a full-length mirror, sink, and a veranda. Please kindly note that there is no Wi-Fi at the camp.
There are other 5 Tents in Little Oliver’s and all these tastefully decorated with furniture made from reclaimed dhow wood. The

Accommodations include one family tent (sleeps four) and one honeymoon suite. The camp well situated for the migration and for the dry season when several wildlife congregates around the many waterholes of the park.
Oliver’s Tented Camp consists of a mess area which includes a dining area, lounge, bar and library. Meals here taken communally in the candlelit dining room followed by digestifs and safari tales around the crackling campfire. The viewing deck which overlooks the game-filled floodplain in front of the camp is perfect for evening cocktails or whiling away siesta-time. The décor here is simple and elegant. There are a limited number of local artifacts, throws and hand-woven carpets, as is the furniture. Which includes low comfortable easy chairs, side tables as well as a coffee table.

Activities at Oliver’s Tented Camp

Game Drives

Guests staying at Oliver’s Tented Camp can enjoy multiple game drives done either in the morning to catch the early risers. During the afternoon to evening and also night game drives. The Camp’s guides very experienced and the night drives come equipped with a night vision scope to make for a mind-blowing experience.

Walking Safaris

Guests at the Camp can also enjoy guided nature walks. Which will give them the opportunity to explore the bush on foot. These Nature walks provide the opportunity to go off the beaten paths. As you search for different species of mammals and to also enjoy nature.