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

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"Lamai Serengeti - exceptional"
Our guide, Musa, was on the prowl for every animal we had not yet observed, and he tracked down the elusive black rhinos and then avoided a last minute charge by one of them. We spent the better part of a morning watching the huge Lamai lion pride (22) hanging out in the shade while one of the large males dragged a zebra kill from place to place - hogging it to himself with ferocious roars at the lionesses who actually made the kill.
Watching the dawn break from our bed was one of the most memorable things I have ever seen. Meals were buffet style and breakfast and lunch, and dinner was served by candlelight with other guests and shared stories. It was not migration season, and hence much more quiet with less obvious animal activity, which gave us time to watch things unfold without several jeeps converging at every sighting. We loved everything about Lamai and couldn't complain about a thing. Great, friendly staff who were so eager to please. Thank you!" See all these reviews: 10n in Tanzania; 5n in Zanzibar
"Experienced the migration from Lamai "
Lamai was full with guests and travel agents on fam trips, so felt quite busy by comparison to Nomad serengeti, where we had been the only guests. The food was good, if a bit unimaginative, given the permanent kitchen facilities and staff.
Our guide, Moussa, appeared confident and competent, although we never managed to track down any cheetahs or rhinos. We did satisfy one big objective, which was to observe the wildebeest migration across the Mara river - quite unforgettable." See all these reviews: 12n in Tanzania; 1n in Kenya
"Truly spectacular views, lovely service"
We found the trek up to our cabin from the lodge slightly challenging, but we are rather elderly.
Again, the personnel were most helpful" See all these reviews: 10n in Tanzania; 10n in Kenya; 3n in Zanzibar
"First class experience"
The room itself had a good sized bed with mosquito nets, separate and very large bathroom with shower and twin basins. Water is solar heated but was plenty hot enough whenever needed (until a buffalo stood on the pipe!). Outside a lovely deck overlooking a view of the Serengeti below.
Our guide was about the best we have ever had on safari and was brilliant at finding wildlife, explaining about things and generally providing the best experience possible. We also had a walking safari which was great too. And we managed to see a wildebeest crossing as well.
All the meals were first class with excellent salads at lunch time and interesting dinners in the evening.
The hosts and staff were first class and could not do enough for us.
A first class camp that is hard to fault and highly recommended." See all these reviews: 16n in Tanzania; 4n in Kenya
"Perfect 10 out 10!!"
Clyde and Helen (and all the staff) were the most friendly and amazing hosts. It is perfectly located with views over the Serengeti - surrounded by animals and incredible scenery (elephants munching outside our room at night, leopard crouching in the rock on the road into the camp, wildebeest and zebra everywhere just to name a few....).
The rooms are beautiful! We had a family room which was perfect for our family of 4. Our guide Amos was incredible, super friendly and determined to give us the best safari experience (And boy did he deliver). We cannot recommend this camp highly enough." See all these reviews: 8n in Tanzania
"Wonderful"
Undoubtedly the best camp of the trip." See all these reviews: 13n in Tanzania
"Breathtaking! Unforgettable..."
We cannot fault the service, the location, the food, the rangers and the game drives and viewing - and the "nothing is too much trouble" attitude. We have most definitely ticked one off the bucket list with this one and we would come back in a heartbeat.
Quite simply an amazing place that we feel privileged to have experienced and we look forward to our next visit very very soon." See all these reviews: 5n in Tanzania
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A very special place and highly recommended. Best part of our safari." See all these reviews: 8n in Zanzibar; 4n in Tanzania
"Lamai Seregeti - a wonderful place"
A particular highlight was witnessing a leopard as it stalked its prey, caught it and took it away to haul it to safety up a nearby tree." See all these reviews: 12n in Tanzania; 1n in Kenya
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