Tanganyika Coastal Campsite
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Favourite
- Peaceful campground 300 meters from the beach in Saadani National Park
- Pangani two and three quarter hours’ drive; Bagamoyo five hours
- Wildlife safaris, guided walking tours, and boat trips; restaurant
Safari or beach? Beach or safari? At Tanganyika Coastal Campsite, you don’t have to agonise over that choice, because this glamping oasis is located inside Saadani National Park – which happens to be the only wildlife park in Tanzania that borders the ocean. And indeed, a short walk (about 300 metres) through the fishing village of Saadani takes you to a spectacular sandy beach where sea turtles come to lay their eggs.
Thanks to a limited number of accommodations, the site feels peaceful, intimate and rather exclusive. The family safari tents have real beds (with mosquito nets and all the necessary bedding); natural materials and animal print dominate the decor in the living area; and there is a shower corner and electricity, too. Large windows enable you to keep an eye on camp business and passing animals, while drapes ensure that the rising sun doesn’t wake you up at the crack of dawn.
Having said that, you might want to set the alarm to wake up early – for there is much to do around here, and the helpful folks at the site will be happy to arrange several activities for you, whether a game-viewing drive inside the national park, a walking safari led by an armed ranger or a boat safari on the Wami river. Among the animals that call Saadani home are hartebeests, warthogs and giraffes – plus the hippos, crocodiles and flamingos that gather in and along the Wami.
Buy something for the barbecue from a fisherman in the village, or, if you’d rather delegate cooking duties, try some of the specialities on offer at the on-site restaurant.
Site type
10
3 Open now 
Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No gas barbecues allowed.
- No electric barbecues allowed.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 24 May 2024 to
Pitch types & availability
10 bedroom cottage / chalet / bungalow
20 people maximum 
No dogs allowed
10 bedroomsDimensions: 2.0m width x 3.0m length (6.6ft width x 9.8ft length) Calculated area: 6.0m² (64.6ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$140 (US$140) 1 night, 2 adults
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2 bedroom safari tent
5 people maximum
No dogs allowed
2 bedroomsDimensions: 4.0m width x 6.0m length (13.1ft width x 19.7ft length) Calculated area: 24.0m² (258.3ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$140 (US$140) 1 night, 2 adults
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Features
No dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent pitchesThemes
Budget/backpacker Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Restaurant nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Tanganyika Coastal Campsite
Saadani National Park
Saadani
Chalinze
Tanzania
United Republic of
61322
Directions Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam EAT (GMT+03:00)
GPS
-6.0452°N
38.77077°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Pangani (two and three quarter hours’ drive), at the mouth of the river of the same name, was once a bustling Swahili trading centre. These days you can stroll through its peaceful streets, checking out crumbling colonial structures, the old jail and the former German administration building.
The museum in Bagamoyo (five hours) displays exhibits from when the town was an important port trading slaves and ivory. Bagamoyo was also the capital of German East Africa, and German sites include the colonial administration headquarters and a graveyard. The remains of explorer David Livingstone were temporarily laid to rest in the Anglican Church before being transported to London.
The seafront Kaole Ruins (five hours) include mosques, buildings and tombs dating from between the 1200s and the 1500s. This Swahili settlement south of Bagamoyo was abandoned after the abolition of the slave trade.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Tanganyika Coastal Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Tanganyika Coastal Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Tanganyika Coastal Campsite? Pangani (two and three quarter hours’ drive), at the mouth of the river of the same name, was once a bustling Swahili trading centre. These days you can stroll through its peaceful … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Tanganyika Coastal Campsite?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Tanganyika Coastal Campsite? From R2,479.60 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.