Overview

Under the wide African night sky, it is hard to imagine a more romantic setting.

Kwihala is a refreshing combination of adventure and style, designed for those who would like to be that little bit closer to the wildlife and the excitement of Africa, but who still crave the creature comforts to which they have become accustomed. Yes we can all rough it when we have to, but why should we when we are on holiday?

And whilst it might be fun to crawl into a sleeping bag on occasion, it’s far more preferable to get into a proper bed with a comfortable mattress, freshly pressed linen and a fluffy blanket

There is still the excitement and trepidation of being just a few millimetres of canvas away from the great outdoors amid the sounds and scents of the bush.

Kwihala is about as good as it gets when it comes to a temporary canvas shelter. It is only when camping that you can get the feeling of being at one with Africa. It's exciting, it's wild and you are part of it, but it is not only about smart designer tents, it is about the camp itself. The central mess tent for dining and relaxing, the camp fire, the friendly staff and experienced guides, the amazing food produced from a ‘camp’ kitchen, the camaraderie, the hospitality and our enthusiasm to show you the best of Ruaha National Park and Southern Tanzania’s truly magnificent wildlife and birdlife. An experience you are unlikely ever to forget.

In order to enjoy the camping experience to the full it is recommended that guests stay for a minimum of 3 nights. Kwihala means "bush" - and this is some of the most beautiful African bush you will see. The camp is set in a high area with views over the surrounding countryside, near the Mwagusi Sand River - one of the best game areas in the National Park.

Breakfast is served in the mess tent - unless you are on a morning game drive, when a "bonnet breakfast" is laid out on the car at a suitable spot in the bush. 

The camp consists of six individual and privately located tents. The spacious tents (40 sq metres) are fully furnished with comfortable beds integral bathrooms (with bucket showers) and flushing toilets.

Each tent has a covered veranda area, is mosquito proofed and protected from the elements by a heavy duty fly-sheet.  The shaded veranda with traditional safari chairs welcomes you to enter your spacious sleeping area.  Furnished with proper beds - either double or twin bedded - with bedside tables, a dressing table, space for luggage and hanging space.

Floor rugs and even curtains - this forty square meter canvas home is a far cry from crawling into a bivouac tent.

From the first sight of one of the Kwihala tents you are immediately aware that this is a different style of camping.

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