Namiri Plains
Namiri Plains is located in the remote Eastern corner of the Serengeti, about a two hour flight from Arusha. The area, that was closed for 20 years to create a safe haven for cheetah, has reopened and Asilia has been appointed as its custodian. This is big cat country and undoubtedly offers East Africa’s best cheetah viewing opportunities and a great safari destination.
Namiri Plains is tucked away in a grove of trees. This small and very exclusive camp has terrific views over the endless sweeping plains that surround it. There are only 6 traditional safari tents with spacious verandas.
On Serengeti terms Namiri Plains is extremely remote, with the nearest neighbouring camp being 45 minutes away. Guests can enjoy sunrise breakfast picnics on top of the neighborhood “Rock” before continuing on a game drive.
The Ngare Nanyuki underground river creates pockets of permanent water that support year-round game concentrations like big cats and accompanying carnivores. The plains are dotted with dramatic rocky outcrops and the sunrises over the magnificent Barafu Kopjes to the east of the camp never fail to impress.
With the rains comes The Great Migration. From October to May – the eastern plains adjacent to the volcanic highlands, which are rich in fertile and nutrient-rich soils deposited there millions of years ago, are blanketed with newly-sprouted grass that draws the wildebeest and other game to Namiri Plains like a powerful magnet. As far as the eye can see, the plains heave and sway like a grey-black wave as hundreds of thousands of animals come to feast at the lush green banquet.
It’s a great camp and because of the small number of units available, is booked way in advance.
*For a full list of available activities, the best time of the year to visit, and any other relevant enquiries, please contact a Sister Hippo Travel Consultant!