Asanja Moru

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed a 3 night stay at Asanja in the Moru region of the Serengeti. Our guide and driver, Sharif, picked us up from Arusha to bring us to camp. Once we arrived in the evening, we were greeted with a cozy campfire and a delicious buffet style dinner under the stars. It does get quite cold at night and we were a bit unprepared, but the staff were kind enough to provide blankets for my nieces who were feeling chilly. Each day, we had a variety of foods that always accommodated the dietary preferences of those in our party. The days that we were out all day, we were provided a healthy, well-rounded packed lunch to eat on the road. The meals at camp though were really remarkable. We also enjoyed unlimited access to tea and coffee. The tent we were assigned was very large with a living room and two bedrooms with attached bathrooms that was able to accommodate all 7 of us. Since the camp location was pretty remote, we were even able to hear a lion’s roar on our first night. As for the safari, we really appreciated Sharif as he was very kind and knowledgeable, educating us on the animals in the park as well as Masai traditions and monuments - his passion and enthusiasm really showed. We were able to see elephants, giraffe, lions, wildebeest, impala, warthogs, rhino, and lots of zebras! We went for a sunrise drive on our second day and enjoyed breakfast set up at Jiwe la Chapati with a great view overlooking the park. Asanja went above and behind in providing excellent service throughout the duration of our stay. Although we were sad to leave, our send off included beautiful song and dance from the staff. They also made it easy to continue our journey in Tanzania by driving us to Kilimanjaro Airport and booking our flight and hotel for our next stop, Zanzibar. All around, it was a wonderful experience!

This was the highlight of our family trip to Tanzania as it gave the closest experience to being in the open in the Serengeti one could hope for. The staff were both friendly and attentive. The food was excellent and the tents of high quality (totally different to our expectations). The fact that you can sit in the communal area having breakfast at 6.30am, watching the sunrise from the east and watching a giraffe feeding no more than 50 yards away to the west sums up why you should stay here. The base is situated such that within minutes of leaving you come across wildlife and, as we were out for 12 hours, the packed lunch supplied was thoroughly enjoyed by all. And, as for the animals seen it was amazing , culminating in seeing a pair of cheetah's less than 10 minutes from the camp, something that is rare around this area. The welcome after each drive, and on leaving, was also lovely and we cannot wait to return. An extra bonus was the complementary clothes washing service, really useful if, like us, the stay was in the middle/latter stages of the safari experience. As the last reviewer stated, it does get cool in the evening so have some warm clothes, but the hot water bottles definitely take any chill away from the bed. Mosquitos were not a problem at this time of the year, but they still provided a repellent, mainly for the tsetse fly although, again we had little evidence of them . The drives are bumpy but great fun and that's part of the experience I cannot recommend this lodge highly enough.

During our stay at Asanja, we had the opportunity to live in a tent for the first time. Adapting to tent living was essential, but we were fortunate to have all the comforts we needed, and the staff was attentive and ready to assist us. We visited in June, and although the weather wasn't overly hot, we made sure to take our showers before it got dark, as the camp operates on solar power (which I appreciated). Wi-Fi was only available in the lodge, not in the tents, which was a bit inconvenient initially, but I ended up appreciating the break from work and social media. In the evenings, the staff provided hot water bottles, which was a nice touch. Albert and Mosses, the staff members, were friendly and accommodating. We enjoyed spending time with them by the open fire they lit at night. It was a highlight for me! The best part of our experience was meeting our guide, Sharifu, who accompanied us throughout our 6-day safari (if you include the days he picked us up from the airport and dropped us off, it was 8 days in total). Sharifu made our trip truly special with his knowledge and wonderful personality. I can't express enough gratitude for his amazing service. We will miss you, Mr. Sharifu!

Great place to stay while visiting Serengeti, amazing setting, with wonderful staff who are attentive but not intrusive, sit and enjoy dinner and spot zebra, elephants, giraffes, baboons. The showers aren’t warm but it felt safe even lying in bed and hearing wild animals. Small and felt personal

Wow, lie in your bed a hear lions roar knowing you are safe to sleep, enjoy the ‘African massage’ to get here, but worth the journey, a small and perfect place to stay while on safari, staff were kind, helpful and friendly, the food lovely, you just go with what you get, but plenty to keep 2 teenagers happy.

Asanja Moru in Tanzania is an unforgettable experience! Nestled in the heart of the Serengeti, this bush camp offers stunning views and an authentic connection to nature. The staff is incredibly welcoming, providing top-notch service that makes you feel at home. The accommodations are comfortable and beautifully designed, blending luxury with the natural surroundings. Dining at Asanja Moru is a delight, with delicious local and international cuisine served in a picturesque setting. Whether you're enjoying a meal under the stars or relaxing by the fire, the ambiance is truly magical. Overall, Asanja Moru is a perfect blend of adventure, comfort, and tranquility. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Tanzania!