Reviews of Olakira Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
73 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Olakira Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa

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"Olakira review"
Nonetheless the camp works well and is located in a prime location for access to interesting areas.
Absolutely first class service levels." See all these reviews: 10n in Tanzania

Buffalo
1 sighting

Cheetah
5 sightings

Eland
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Spotted Hyena
6 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Olakira review"

Black Rhino
1 sighting

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Roan antelope
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Striped Hyena
1 sighting

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"the wildebeest migration!"
We witnessed several crossings...an unforgettable experience. the masses of wildebeest, the sounds, and the excitement as they would begin to move. wow!
We saw lots of other game and birds while at Olakira. what a fabulous place!" See all these reviews: 14n in Tanzania

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Olakira review"
He was perfect for David especially as he gave a lot of detailed scientific information about the animals, their behaviors, the Serengeti as well as the birds and plants.
He was very hard working to make sure we saw the important things." See all these reviews: 10n in Zambia; 9n in Tanzania; 4n in South Africa; 1n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Eland
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
2 sightings

Lion
5 sightings

Spotted Hyena
5 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings
"Olakira review"
The camp itself is amazing. The spacious and well appointed tents seem to blend into the surroundings.The staff members each went out of their way to make our experience magical.
We were lucky enough to get Daniel as our guide and I honestly feel like we lucked into the very best guide in the Serengeti. We saw 3 large wildebeest crossings, herds of elephants, lions, cheetahs, hyenas, gazelle, giraffes, a leopard, hippos, topi, oryax,waterbucks, eland, crocodiles, impala, cape buffalo & others I might have left out.
Just the number of animals we saw up close was shocking. The sights will be etched in our memory forever!
We can't thank the staff at Olakira enough for such a wonderful experience. It made such a impression on us that I would love the chance to stay with them during birthing season of the wildebeest when Olakira moves south." See all these reviews: 6n in Tanzania; 6n in Zanzibar; 3n in Rwanda; 1n in Kenya

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Oryx
Multiple sightings

Roan antelope
Multiple sightings

Striped Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Olakira review"

Buffalo
2 sightings

Cheetah
2 sightings

Eland
4 sightings

Elephant
4 sightings

Giraffe
3 sightings

Hippo
6 sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
4 sightings

Oryx
1 sighting

Roan antelope
4 sightings

Spotted Hyena
4 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Olakira review"
Oh, and the animal variety and quantity are second to nowhere." See all these reviews: 10n in Tanzania

Black Rhino
1 sighting

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
Multiple sightings

Roan antelope
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Olakira review"
Sundowner and evening meals are deliberately a more communal activity here, and we loved the opportunity to get to really learn about the other guests over dinner. Food was again good quality and plentiful. Conversations were animated and great fun. Definitely a more camp like vibe.
Our manager Zainab looked after us well and the staff were as attentive as ever.
One of the chief attractions of Olakira is arriving at the time of the River crossings, but you are hostages to the thought processes of Wildebeest !. Early rains had resulted in considerable herd movements and we arrived knowing that many thousands had crossed in the fortnight before. Fortunately we had seen a good crossing the last time we were there, and as the numbers crossing had dwindled, we decided that rather than the necessary sitting and waiting that is required to view these crossings, we'd spend more time on game drives and if we caught one so be it. As it happened there were only a small number of small crossings during our stay. Luck of the draw.
Other wildlife sightings were however plentiful in terms of herds, lions and birdlife. We got to watch a very young male leopard for half an hour on the evening of our arrival. Last time we'd seen a fair few leopards, this time we saw many more lions instead. It was a recurring theme that we had completely different experiences than our previous safari, and that in essence is the beauty of it." See all these reviews: 11n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
1 sighting

Eland
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
6 sightings

Oryx
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
6 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Olakira review"
The tent was comfortable, spacious, and clean and the Olakira staff spoiled us terribly." See all these reviews: 13n in Tanzania
"Olakira review"

Buffalo
10 sightings

Elephant
3 sightings

Giraffe
6 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Lion
3 sightings

Spotted Hyena
3 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
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