Legendary Expeditions
Arusha, Mwiba Reserve & Serengeti, Tanzania
Unscripted adventures in almost 700 000 acres of protected wilderness.
Journey between a luxury lodge, two tented camps, a migrational camp that follow the wildebeest, and an urban retreat, all with your private guide for your safari, your way.
Connect to your wild within
Leave behind your expectations and pack only your sense of adventure. Escape to some of the last truly wild places on the planet for a safari experience of sophisticated luxury without the confines of a schedule.
With 5 lodges and camps in 7 iconic locations, your journey starts in Arusha and then heads to the celebrated Northern Circuit of Tanzania, following the path of the last Great Migration on earth.
Embracing the luxury of letting go, Legendary Expeditions offers stylish camps and lodges together with a safari ethos fully committed to being connected, real and personal. This is your safari, at your pace. Each booking is allocated a private vehicle and guide who has intimate knowledge of the area and is flexible to your needs and interests. This makes the joy of discovering untamed Africa possible, without needing to script the whole adventure.
Legendary Expeditions, a Friedkin Tanzanian Company, has a deep commitment to making a positive impact through eco-tourism. The Friedkin Conservation Fund (FCF) was established for the purpose of conserving almost 700 000 acres of Tanzania’s protected area; including its wildlife, wilderness and the local stakeholders of these natural resources.
FAST FACTS
RATES
Mwiba Lodge:
US$ 1 545 – US$ 1 930 per person per night
Mila Tented Camp:
US$ 1 065 – US$ 1 330 per person per night
Songa Tented Camp:
US$ 800 – US$ 1 055 per person per night
Nyasi Migrational Camp:
US$ 845 – US$ 1 055 per person per night
Legendary Lodge:
US$ 335 – US$ 475 per person per night
ACCESS
Fly:
International flights into Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Internal scheduled charter flights connect all camps.
Drive:
Road transfers are possible on shorter routes.
CHILDREN
All Camps:
Children of all ages are welcome at Legendary Lodge. Children under 4 years of age are not permitted at Mwiba Lodge, Mila Tented Camp, Songa Tented Camp and Nyasi Migrational Camp due to safety concerns.
What we love
Off the beaten path
Unscripted adventures in almost 700 000 acres of protected wilderness. Here, you are discovering truly wild areas, away from the crowds.
Your safari, your pace
Each booking is allocated a guide and safari vehicle ensuring absolute privacy and total freedom to follow wherever nature leads.
wildlife and Culture
A rich tapestry of experiences from sighting big cats and watching wildebeest herds to foraging with the Hadzabe, dancing with the Datoga, and flying high on helicopter excursions.
Vast Conservation
A safari and conservation company committed to the preservation of habitat, wildlife and communities in Tanzania’s wild places.
Legendary Expeditions
The impact of your stay
This is not about the camps alone, but equally the journey between. With Legendary Expeditions you explore remote and unspoilt regions with your private guide. From 4×4 drives and safari walks to hunting with the Hadzabe, dancing with the Datoga and following the migration, your expedition is underpinned by a philanthropic vision and the Friedkin Conservation Fund Tanzania (FCFT).
FCF is actively involved in supporting conservation and community development by working closely with the Wildlife Division of Tanzania and supporting anti-poaching operations, innovative community projects, and various research programs.
Every stay contributes through:
- Staying at Mwiba Lodge and paying US$ 160 (2023) & US$ 180 (2024) Mwiba Conservation Fee per person daily (US$ 135 (2023) & US$ 155 (2024) per child 4 – 15 years per night).
- This fee contributes directly to conservation, habitat protection and anti-poaching management of the Mwiba Reserve.
- Staying here also directly contributes to the communities and local tribes who are stakeholders in the eco-tourism success of the reserve.
- Interacting with the Datoga and Hadzabe tribes makes a positive contribution and empowers the women through the Datoga selling bracelets and crafts, and the Hadzabe women to gather honey, roots and bulbs.
- Staying at Nyasi Migrational Camp, Songa Tented Camp or Mila Tented Camp and paying between US$ 142 and US$ 154 Serengeti National Park Fees (US$ 37 per child 4 – 15 years per night).
- These fees are essential for the park management of the 3,6 million acre Serengeti National Park.
- A significant portion of all bednight revenue is reinvested back into the local indigenous cultures, communities, government and wildlife conservation efforts.
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Legendary Expeditions
Lodges & Camps
Tanzania's Northern Circuit
Mwiba Reserve
Mwiba Lodge
Mwiba Lodge, a secluded, sophisticated haven set among massive stone boulders, ancient coral trees and acacias, overlooking a rocky gorge, is the flagship safari experience in the Legendary Expeditions portfolio. Built in harmony with this spectacular natural backdrop, Mwiba Lodge offers an unmatched experience in luxury adventure. This exclusive lodge mixes both traditional and modern design elements, creating an inviting, sophisticated hideaway.
The interiors artfully integrate the natural surroundings and the ten double suites all give way to a wide-open layout. The bathrooms have large soaking tubs with private outside showers.
The main lounge and lower deck with an infinity-edge pool overlooks three springs where guests can enjoy the sights and sounds of a constant parade of wildlife.
Located in Mwiba Wildlife Reserve, a conservation concession dedicated to the balance between wildlife and communities, this area is only available to a handful of guests, facilitating an excellent, uncrowded safari experience within the greater Serengeti eco-system.
SEASONALITY: Closed 1 Apr – 15 May 2023 & 2024
CHILDREN: 4+ years
Mwiba Lodge
10 Tented Suites
Nyasirori Serengeti
Mila Tented Camp
Mila Tented is now located in the western corridor of the Serengeti; an area teeming with impressive lion prides, impossibly rich sunsets, and endless grassy savannahs.
Boasting close proximity to the Grumeti River and phenomenal year-round wildlife encounters, Mila is ideal for those seeking a classic, tented safari experience.
With five tented rooms and a two-bedroom family tent, Mila Tented Camp draws inspiration from the Hadzabe, who are known for their honey. This is reflected in the natural linens, textiles, and colours that blend into the environment and welcome travellers to soak up the beautiful surroundings, both inside and out.
Guests staying at Mila Tented Camp are allocated a private vehicle and guide per booking and together with undertaking a safari adventure, have the ability to take to the sky in a scenic hot air balloon trip.
SEASONALITY: Closed 1 Apr – 15 May 2023 & 2024
CHILDREN: 4+ year
Mila Tented Camp
5 Tented Room &
1 2-bedroom family suite
Kogatende Serengeti
Songa Tented Camp
SEASONALITY:
- 1 Jun 2023 – 9 Jan 2024 & 15 Jun – 7 Oct 2024
South / Serengeti:
- 15 Dec 2024 – 5 Jan 2025
Songa Tented Camp
8 Tented Rooms &
1 2-bedroom Family Tent
Serengeti National Park
Nyasi Migrational Camp
- 1 Jul – 15 Oct 2023
- 1 Jun 2024 – 5 Jan 2025
South / Serengeti:
- 15 Dec 2023 – 31 Mar 2024
Nyasi Migrational Camp
8 Tented Rooms &
1 2-bedroom Family Tent
Mwiba Reserve
Mwiba Fly Camping
Found in the Greater Serengeti, guests staying in the private concession, Mwiba Wildlife Reserve at Mwiba Lodge, have the option to experience a night under the stars in a truly magnificent fly-camp. The team will set up camp in a perfect location where guests spend the night in total comfort, but without the modern conveniences, allowing one to explore the extraordinary sense of isolation and build a closer relationship with nature without distractions.
There are a maximin of 4 tents available (twin or double configuration) and shared bathroom facilities of a bucket shower with warm water and a long drop toilet. Your guide is with you at all times and a watchman/Askati gaurds for wildlife at night.
Fly-camping is the perfect getaway for those seeking a full immersion into the wilderness… As guests are led to an unspecified location, all that is certain, is that it will be the most memorable experience of their safari.
SEASONALITY: Only operational from June to end October.
CHILDREN: 8+ years
Mwiba
Fly Camping
4 Tents
Arusha
Legendary Lodge
Legendary Lodge is one of a kind: it is a luxury property located on the outskirts of Arusha, set in a lush tropical garden surrounded by a working coffee farm. Enjoy inspiring views of Mount Meru from the privacy of your own garden cottage while their staff takes care of your every whim. Conveniently located, the lodge is a 10 minute drive from the Arusha Airport and 1 to 2 hours’ drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
The 10 one-bedroom cottages and 2 two-bedroom cottages each have private verandahs and stunning views of Mount Meru that make for the perfect place to relax before or after a safari.
Indulge in gourmet meals served at the old farmhouse. Meal times are flexible and guests are accommodated at their convenience. Wake up calls are accompanied by freshly brewed coffee and tea along with a full English breakfast. Enjoy candle-lit dinners along the verandah. The Legendary Spa offers a full range of professional services. After a long flight, ease your body into African time with a relaxing massage or reflexology treatment. After your safari, rehydrate your skin with a personalised face or body treatment. Whatever your pleasure, Legendary Lodge will ensure a truly legendary experience.
SEASONALITY: Closed 1 – 30 April 2023
CHILDREN: All ages
Legendary Lodge
10 Garden Cottages &
2 FAMILY COTTAGES
Legendary Expeditions
FEATURED OFFER
Stay Longer
Pay 20% less on the accommodation rate when staying 5-nights (7+ nights in 2024 high season) or more at any combination of Legendary Expeditions Camps & Lodges.
VALID: 6 January – 19 December 2023 & 2024
Legendary Expeditions
featured journey
Connected Adventure
Leave your expectations behind and pack only a sense of adventure. Immerse into safari life where you taste local flavours, migrate with the herds, interact with nature and identify big bull elephants. This journey starts and ends in Kilimanjaro.
Legendary Expeditions
location
Getting there
FLY
International flights into Kilimanjaro and Dar es Salaam International Airports.
Various light aircraft charter companies fly to Mwiba Airstrip, Lamai Airstrip, Kirawira Airstrip, and Kogatende Airstrip.
HELICOPTER EXCURIONS
All scenic helicopter excursions depart from Mwiba Lodge with the option of scenic transfers between various destinations. Short helicopter trips are available in camp and are payable directly by guests.
location
Getting to Legendary Lodge
FLY
Arusha Airport is only 15 minutes’ drive from Legendary Lodge and Kilimanjaro International Airport is about 90 minutes’ drive away.
NOTE
Complimentary arrival and departure transfers from/to both airports are included in every booking.
location
Getting to Mwiba Lodge & Nyasi Migrational Camp (South)
FLY
Guests can fly by scheduled or private charter flights from Arusha to Mwiba Airstrip. From the airstrip it is a 15 minute drive to Mwiba Lodge, and 45 minutes to Nyasi Migrational Camp (South).
Conservation & park fees are charged when using landing strips in Serengeti National Park.
DRIVE
It is a 3-hour drive from the Ngorongoro Crater to Mwiba Lodge.
Ndutu Airstrip in the Serengeti National Park is a 2,5-hour game drive away.
location
Getting to Mila Tented Camp
FLY
Guests can fly by scheduled or private charter flights to Kirawira Airstrip in the western corridor of the Serengeti.
DRIVE
From Kirawira airstrip, it is a 45 minute drive to Mila Tented Camp.
location
Getting to Nyasi Migrational Camp (North)
FLY
Guests can fly by scheduled or private charter flights to Kogatende (1st choice) or Lamai (if bridge not operational) in the northern part of the Serengeti National Park.
DRIVE
Nyasi Migrational Camp is a 25 minute drive from Kogatende Airstrip (need to cross the Mara River by bridge) and 1 hour from Lamai Airstrip (no rivers to cross).
location
Getting to Songa Tented Camp
FLY
Guests can fly by scheduled or private charter flights to Kogatende Airstrip in the northern part of the Serengeti National Park.
DRIVE
Songa Tented Camp is a 45-minute game drive from Kogatende Airstrip.
Availability
Contact
Email:
reservations@legendaryexpeditions.co.tz safari@legendaryexpeditions.co.tz (DMC Services)
Tel:
+255 787 993 077 / +255 743 647 344 (DMC)
Office Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 8am – 5pm. Friday 8am – 4pm. Saturday 8am – 1pm. Based at Legendary Lodge, Tanzania.
Please note that the availability shown – particularly for peak periods from 01 June to 31 August and 20 December to 05 January – is to be viewed as a guideline only due to operational processes involved. Confirmations will only be deemed valid if received in writing by our reservations team.
