Kusini Lodge, Serengeti

Introduction

Kusini is located in the South Central area of the Serengeti National Park.  It sits exclusively in this remote region of the Serengeti, honouring guests with its secluded and unobtrusive position that curves naturally with a group of Kopjes. Here, the surrounding short grass plains provide the setting for the most spectacular natural phenomenon in the continent of Africa, the wildebeest migration, during which time the hordes amass around the camp for the birthing of their young. The migration comes with its own entourage, and the predators - lion, leopard and cheetah plus countless zebra, gazelle and other plains game add to a diverse eco-system that evolves around you during your stay.  

Camp Description

Accommodation is offered in 12 double tents, each attended by a personal butler, which are scattered around the main Kopje. Each tent has en-suite facilities and hot running water and each feature an elevated terrace overlooking the Serengeti plains.

The dining area, lounge and library are housed in the main public area, which affords spectacular views from its wooden deck.

Game Viewing

The Serengeti Ecosystem is defined by the dominant annual wildebeest migration route and incorporates areas outside of park boundaries. The area around Kusini Camp is visited by the Migration between the months of January and April but it should be noted that this is a grazing pattern and therefore experienced in the general area for this period. The season between January and March greets the arrival of newborn zebra and wildebeest calves.

The park, and the area around Kusini in particular, is noted for its lion and cheetah populations and excellent leopard sightings. Sites such as the nearby Moru Kopjes are also renowned for good resident game, particularly cats, all year round. The woodland area fringing the short grass plains, where Kusini is located, also has high sightings of resident game including rarer species such as klipspringer in addition to some incredible bird-life.

Kusinis location affords guests the rare opportunity for secluded game drives well away from the principle tourist circuit. Kusini's expert guides enhance your stay by sharing their knowledge and experience gleaned during a lifetime in the bush.

Camp Facts

Age Restrictions

Children of all ages are welcome at Kusini.

Children up to 2 years are free of charge. Children between 2 & 11 years will be required to share with an adult. A 50% reduction off the adult sharing rate will be given to 1 child per full paying adult. This reduction is only applicable for children up to and including 11 years.

A third and fourth child between 2 & 11 years will be required to pay the full adult rate.

Communication

All communication to the Camp is relayed via radio. The camp maintains 24-hour radio contact with the Central Reservations Office in Arusha and all vehicles are equipped with two-way radios. In addition all the tents are equipped with VHF radios to enable guests to contact the management in the event of an emergency. The camp is also equipped with a satellite telephone which guests have access to.

EXTRAS PAYMENT

Curios and or imported drinks will be billed to the guest and settled on check out. If guests feel that they want to tip, our recommended tipping schedule is as follows:
Guides - US$5.00 per person per day
General Camp Staff - US$3.00 per person per day
Specialist Guides (if applicable) - US$10.00 per person per day
(This is the suggested gratuity schedule only and is subject to service standards)

SEASONS

Rainy season: Short rains November; Long rains April &  May

Pricing

Please contact us for current rates:

Suggested Daily Activity Schedule

Please contact us for suggested itineraries.

How to get there

Kusini has a private airstrip, and flying time from Arusha is approx. 45 minutes. Road transfers from Ngorongoro Crater take approximately 3 hours with game viewing.

Sun Safaris can arrange all transfers.

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