Olkambe Simba Lodg
Serengeti Pioneer Camp
About Olkambe Simba Lodg
About Serengeti Pioneer Camp
Olkambe Simba Lodge is a new hilltop safari retreat set within Tarangire National Park, offering an exceptional combination of wilderness, privacy and contemporary safari comfort. Positioned on the Olkambe Hills, the lodge enjoys elevated views across the surrounding landscape, with sweeping panoramas towards Lake Manyara, Lake Burunge and the Tarangire wilderness.
Located approximately 9 kilometres from the Sangaiwe Entry and Exit Gate, Olkambe Simba Lodge provides convenient access to Tarangire’s wildlife-rich plains while giving guests the feeling of being far from the ordinary. Its elevated location creates a spectacular setting for sunrise, sunset and quiet moments overlooking the park.
HIGHLIGHTS
Olkambe Simba Lodge features 17 permanent luxury tented rooms, thoughtfully positioned to take advantage of the property’s elevated surroundings.
The accommodation combines the atmosphere of a classic safari tent with the comfort expected from a modern luxury lodge. Natural materials, hardwood furnishings and locally inspired details create a warm African character, while generous interiors provide space to relax after a full day of game viewing.
Accommodation configurations include:
- Single rooms
- Double rooms
- Twin rooms
- Family and interconnecting rooms
This makes Olkambe suitable for couples, solo travelers, families and small private safari groups.
Room Features
Each en-suite tented accommodation includes:
- Private balcony with Tarangire views
- Freestanding copper bathtub
- Indoor shower
- Private outdoor shower
- Spacious sleeping and relaxation area
- Elegant hardwood furniture
- Locally inspired interior design
- En-suite bathroom
- Private outdoor space
- Panoramic wilderness surroundings
The private outdoor shower and balcony are particularly well suited to travelers who want their accommodation to feel connected to the African environment rather than separated from it.
Olkambe Simba Lodge is designed to make safari life comfortable while maintaining the feeling of being immersed in the wilderness.
- Friendly safari hospitality
- Restaurant and dining service
- Bar and lounge service
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Spa treatments
- Curio shop
- Swimming pool
- Safari assistance
- Family-friendly accommodation
- Private outdoor spaces
- Relaxation areas
Tarangire Game Drives
The main attraction is, of course, Tarangire National Park. Early morning and afternoon game drives provide opportunities to explore the park’s diverse habitats and search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and numerous bird species.
Tarangire is especially famous for its large elephant population and spectacular baobab-studded landscapes, making every drive visually distinctive.
Hilltop Sunsets
Return from your game drive in time to watch the sun descend across the Tarangire landscape. From the lodge’s elevated position, the changing light can transform the distant hills and plains into an impressive evening panorama.
Wilderness Views
One of the pleasures of staying at Olkambe is simply taking time to look outward. From your private balcony or the lodge’s shared spaces, the surrounding wilderness becomes part of the accommodation experience.
Swimming with a View
After a morning safari, spend some time beside the pool and enjoy the elevated scenery. It is a relaxed way to experience another side of Tarangire beyond the game-drive vehicle.
Evening by the Fire
Finish your day beside the fireplace, enjoying a drink and sharing stories about wildlife sightings with fellow travelers or your private safari companions.
Spa & Wellness
A safari can involve early mornings, long drives and hours of wildlife viewing. A spa treatment provides an opportunity to slow down, relax tired muscles and prepare for the next day of adventure.
Olkambe Simba Lodge is located inside Tarangire National Park, approximately 9 kilometres from the Sangaiwe Entry and Exit Gate.
Most guests reach the lodge as part of a private Tanzania safari from Arusha. The journey normally combines road travel with a game drive, allowing the transfer itself to become part of the wildlife experience.
A typical northern Tanzania safari route can include:
Arusha → Tarangire → Ngorongoro → Serengeti
For guests arriving through Kilimanjaro International Airport, a private transfer can be arranged to Arusha before continuing into the northern safari circuit.
Because Olkambe is located within the national park, access and travel times can vary depending on the safari route, road conditions and wildlife stops along the way. Your safari operator should coordinate the park entry and lodge arrival as part of your itinerary.
