Swala Camp is located in an out-of-the-way section of the Tarangire National Park, an all too often overlooked gem of northern Tanzania. This is quintessential east African safari country: rolling savannah dotted with acacias and baobabs, with rivers and swampland that, during the dry season, sustain the highest concentration of mammals in the country, including elephants, big cats, wild dogs, buffaloes and kudu, as well as more than 500 bird species.

Twice-daily game drives, in the early morning and late afternoon, are likely to be the key coordinates of your stay at Swala, and wildlife the focus of your attention, starting with Tarangire’s famous elephants. Guided walks and night drives provide different perspectives – and a dreamy dawn sortie in a hot-air balloon provides yet another. Otherwise, picnic in the bush, relax in camp, swap stories around the fire and soak up the experience of being in one of the loveliest and least visited parts of northern Tanzania.

Although you’ll have more than enough to keep you occupied during your stay, there are certain optional extras, such as scenic flights by hot-air balloon, that you might like to consider making time for as well.