Nasikia Naona: Our full report
Nasikia Naona (“I hear, I see” in Swahili) opened in 2016.
In 2023, Little Moru opened close to Naona Camp as a seasonal tented camp. It is a small tented camp in a secluded corner of the Moru Kopjes hills, offering tranquility and the promise of escaping the crowds.Naona camp is a colourful camp, with plenty of character and a wonderfully friendly and helpful team. With just eleven tents, the camp aims to cater for families, couples and solo travellers alike. The location is a little way from the busy game drive cicuits, occupying an idyllic valley, west of the scenic Moru Kopjes. The many Commiphoras, Balanytes egyptica and Acacia robusta trees make this area popular with large herds of elephants, who seek tranquilty around the camp.
The main camp areas are fronted by a cleared open area, great for evening dinners and for enjoy a drink by the fire pit. The main lounge area is spacious, filled with recycled dhow wood furniture, accentuating a relaxed Swahili vibe. There are plenty of comfortable sofas and deck chairs lining the front of the tent.
Next to the lounge tent is an open-sided dining tent, arranged with individual tables and a long banquet table used for buffet-style meals.
The guest tents are spread out on either side of the main areas, edging into the forest line, looking out towards the valley. These rooms are large with the same dhow wood furniture, crafted into impressive four poster beds with draping mosquito nets. To feel less tent-like, long curtains and oriental rugs give the tents a homely feel.
Each tent is set up with a writing desk, a small sofa and coffee table with a stocked coffee station. Large and spacious cupboards are provided for personal belongings. The ensuite bathroom has plumbed loos and showers, which are heated by solar.
The family tents are larger than the standard tents, each with one double and three single, four-poster beds, a seating area with two armchairs and a coffee station.
The furthest tent from the main areas is the honeymoon suite. Set up on a wooden platform, ideal for private dinners in a secluded atmospshere, it offers beautiful surrounding views. The décor of the honeymoon tent is set apart by a more vibrant colour scheme and additional romantic throw cushions.
Our view
We thought this camp had a charming and welcoming feel. It is a great option if you’re looking to move away from the busier areas, spend time in a more economical camp and enjoy a more relaxed safari vibe.
Country manager: Tanzania
Geographics
- Location
- Serengeti Migration Area, Tanzania
- Ideal length of stay
- 2-3 nights
- Directions
- Nasikia Naona Camp is a 1 hour drive from Seronera Airstrip
- Accessible by
- Fly-and-Transfer
Food & drink
- Usual board basis
- Full Board
- Food quality
- We did not have lunch during our visit, though the lunch that was planned for the day was a buffet style of traditional African stew, fresh green salads, tomato salad, steamed rice and a mixed fruit salad.
- Dining style
- Individual Tables
- Dining locations
- Indoor and Outdoor Dining
- Further dining info, including room service
- Room service on request. The honeymoon tent has a private outdoor dining area nearby the tent.
- Drinks included
- Drinks are extra cost.
Children
- Attitude towards children
- Children of all ages welcome. Most of the tents are large enough to accommodate families of four.
- Property’s age restrictions
- None
- Generally recommended for children
- Although the camp is happy to have children of all ages as guests, we think its adult atmosphere makes it most suitable for those aged 8 years and above.
- Notes
- Parents should keep an eye on their children around the camp
Communications
- Power supply notes
- The camp has a back up generator. Charging points are available in the tents.
- Communications
- Cell phone reception is not available in the camp. Wifi is available in the main areas but not in the guest tents.
- TV & radio
- None
- Water supply
- Borehole
- Water supply notes
- The camp has plumbed-in showers and flush toilets
Health & safety
- Malarial protection recommended
- Yes
- Medical care
- The closest medical facility is Seronera clinic.
- Dangerous animals
- High Risk
- Security measures
- Room attendants will escort guests to their rooms in the evenings
- Fire safety
- There are fire extinguishers in the tents and a firebreak around the camp.
Activities
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Hot air ballooning
Extras
- Disabled access
- On Request
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry is included. For delicates and underwear, soap powder is provided in the guest tent bathrooms so you can wash your own.
- Money
- Credit cards are not accepted. Payment for extras is cash only, accepted in major currencies (US Dollars, Euros, British Pound).
- Accepted payment on location
- The camp does not have a credit card machine.
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