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Ole Serai Luxury Camp – Turner Springs

Serengeti, Tanzania · National park

Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Tented camp

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All inclusive (AI)

Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Selected beverages and 1 more

20 tents

Luxury Tent Double, Luxury Tent Twin

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By air

1 hr from Seronera Airstrip

Wi-Fi in rooms

Power around the clock

From about A$2,000

per room / night

Overview

About Ole Serai Luxury Camp – Turner Springs

Ole Serai Luxury Camp - Turner Springs has 20 guest tents in central Serengeti, where natural springs and water catchments draw wildlife around camp throughout the year. Private verandas and viewing decks make space to sit outside, while en-suite showers, in-room Wi-Fi and round-the-clock power provide practical comforts. There are double and twin tents, with interconnected accommodation for families. Between outings, guests can spend time in the shared lounge, bar or library. Resident buffalo and hippos are a particular feature of the surrounding landscape.

“A comfortable central Serengeti base for families and travellers who want a private viewing deck, shared lounge spaces and wildlife close to camp.”
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Best for

FamiliesLuxury seekersGroups

Known for

What you can expect to see

BuffaloHippoThe migration

Natural springs and water catchments attract wildlife year-round, with resident buffalo and hippos around camp.

Your stay

What's included

Board: All inclusive (AI)

Included

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Selected beverages
  • Laundry up to USD 15 per person per day

Not included

  • Gratuities

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Library
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Public WiFi
  • Boma

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Private deck
  • In-room WiFi
  • Safe
  • Tea/coffee station

Rooms

Where you sleep

  • Luxury Tent Double15 at camp · Private veranda, Viewing deck, En-suite toilet and shower, In-room safe, Tea and coffee facilities, Floor-standing fan
  • Luxury Tent Twin5 at camp · Private veranda, Viewing deck, En-suite toilet and shower, In-room safe, Tea and coffee facilities, Floor-standing fan

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Seronera Airstrip
  2. 1 hr transfer
  3. Ole Serai Luxury Camp – Turner Springs
How you arrive
By air · 1 hr from Seronera Airstrip
Transfers
Seronera Airstrip is 17 kilometres from camp, with a 60-minute transfer.

Good to know

Before you book

Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Children
All ages welcome. Family rooms available
Exclusive use
Available
Dietary needs
Special diets catered for
Power
Power around the clock
Malaria
Malaria area. Ask your doctor about prevention.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Green season
  2. February: Green season
  3. March: Green season
  4. April: Green season
  5. May: Green season
  6. June: Dry season, best game viewing
  7. July: Dry season, best game viewing
  8. August: Dry season, best game viewing
  9. September: Dry season, best game viewing
  10. October: Dry season, best game viewing
  11. November: Green season
  12. December: Green season
  • Dry season, best game viewing
  • Green season
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes and migratory birds

Green-season landscapes and migratory birds offer photographic interest.

Feb

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes and migratory birds

Green-season landscapes and migratory birds offer photographic interest.

Mar

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes and migratory birds

Green-season landscapes and migratory birds offer photographic interest.

Apr

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes and migratory birds

Green-season landscapes and migratory birds offer photographic interest.

May

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes and migratory birds

Green-season landscapes and migratory birds offer photographic interest.

Jun

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, ideal for wildlife viewing

Dry-season conditions bring clearer skies and easier wildlife sightings.

Jul

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, ideal for wildlife viewing

Dry-season conditions bring clearer skies and easier wildlife sightings.

Aug

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, ideal for wildlife viewing

Dry-season conditions bring clearer skies and easier wildlife sightings.

Sep

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, ideal for wildlife viewing

Dry-season conditions bring clearer skies and easier wildlife sightings.

Oct

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Dry season, ideal for wildlife viewing

Dry-season conditions bring clearer skies and easier wildlife sightings.

Nov

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes and migratory birds

Green-season landscapes and migratory birds offer photographic interest.

Dec

Green season

Wildlife: Lush landscapes and migratory birds

Green-season landscapes and migratory birds offer photographic interest.

How we judge each month
  • Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
  • GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
  • Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.