Little Chem ChemLuxury Vintage Tented Camp

Little Chem Chem is an authentic vintage safari: an elegant, supremely comfortable tented camp, accommodating a maximum of 10 guests in a game-rich location. This is all about getting as close to nature as possible, without sacrificing comfort.

Little Chem Chem

All your senses come alive and you know this is Big Game country. It’s the scent in the breeze, the roar in the night, the padded paw-print in the sand - the wildness is all around you. Little Chem Chem – also known as “sunrise camp” - offers the raw drama of the East African bush in a very private setting. This gem, on a 16 000ha exclusive concession, adjoins the Tarangire National Park, famous for its towering baobabs, and overlooks the serene Lake Burunge.

The true safari experience is evident everywhere.
A handful of luxury vintage tents guarantee an intimate experience with this untamed land.
Unfenced territory sees animals move through the camp.
Game drives on open-air safari vehicles offer unforgettable moments: watch cheetah sprint across the savannah; observe elephants herds on the move; thrill at the rare sight of tree-climbing lions…
Where there is water there is birdlife. See how Lake Burunge settles into stillness at sunset, your binoculars at the ready as you sip a sundowner.

Step out of the deep comfort of your bed and the cocoon of your luxury tent. Above you the vast, unyielding African sky; around you an acacia-dotted landscape that stretches from horizon to horizon.

Privacy is paramount at Little Chem Chem. The beauty of the six vintage safari-style tents is in their simplicity. There is no excess, only luxurious necessity:
Each has a large bedroom (there is one family-size tent).
A rocking chair to gaze across the plains and a study desk to make some notes.
A vanity area with a dressing room.
An ensuite bathroom with an indoor and outdoor shower, and flushing toilet.

Listen to the night sounds under a star-strewn sky. And at dawn, before a game drive, watch the sun wash over the bushveld. Look at the spoor for clues what passed by your tent as you slept…

Little Chem Chem is a camp designed to look out onto endless, open horizons. It is here where you feel at one with the plains that stretch out around you. Watch the elephants come and go from the watering hole in front of the camp. Lunch was never as exciting as this!

Relax in the lounge tent for a lazy afternoon swopping stories or browse through the boutique camp shop. The dining tent allows for convivial meal times. Outdoor dining and picnics under the baobab gives you the full wilderness experience. A combined lounge and dining tent is perfect for families to be together.

Little Chem Chem is Big Game territory. See it from a safari vehicle in either the concession area or the Tarangire National Park. Or experience it from the thrill of a helicopter flip or hot air balloon ride. As a bird-watchers’ paradise it provides for fantastic viewing and photographic opportunities. The cultural elements are fulfilling and interesting – visit a local Maasai village to interact with the local community. There are so many choices with which to fill your days and nights – and loads of activities for children too. Be as busy or as quiet as you like…

Family time is sacred and should be protected and respected.

At Chem Chem, we understand the importance of creating special moments to discover, explore and connect. Through safari experiences, hands-on conservation and community involvement; we provide the environment for families to spend valuable and life enriching time together.

Children aged 8 years and over are welcome at Little Chem Chem. Lodge Suites accommodate 1 child sharing with parents. The Family Suite has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and can accommodate up to 3 children (under 16) and 2 adults.

If the Lodge is hired exclusively, children of all ages are welcome.
All children must be accompanied by parents/guardians on all safari activities.

Near the border of the Tarangire National Park, Little Chem Chem is an oasis for the wildlife of your childhood dreams. Explore this ancient corridor for migrating herds of elephant, buffalo and other game. Experience the abundant birdlife and discover the natural beauty of Tanzania through safari.
Spend time searching for leopards in the tree tops, prides of lion on the savannah, sprinting cheetah and families of elephant. Zebra, impala, buffalo, wildebeest and groups of mongoose are common amongst the bigger game and equally special with which to spend time.

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Little Chem Chem - Luxury vintage tent interior The vintage style and pure white linen provide absolute comfort and indulgence reminding of days long gone by.

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Little Chem Chem - Twin bedroom Twin beds in a luxury vintage tent with its en-suite bathroom.

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Little Chem Chem - Vanity The en-suite bathroom vanity with Molton Brown toiletries.

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Little Chem Chem - View from the bedroom Views from your luxury vintage tent remind the guest that they are in the midst of the African wilderness.

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Little Chem Chem - Vintage desk The luxury vintage tents at Little Chem Chem remind of an era long forgotten.

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Little Chem Chem - Wildlife right outside the tents Wildlife roam about the camp naturally, affording the visitor views from the comfort of their luxury vintage tent.

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Bush school There's no end to the number of things you can learn while on safari.

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Interesting finds Something as simple as a flamingo feather is fun to explore when you're a kid.

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LAUGHTER WITH FAMILY Enjoy a few drinks and laughs with family and friends over a magnificent African sunset. There is no better place to share this experience with loved ones.

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Much to see There is always something to see and learn - it is pink season over Lake Burunge.

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Safari teacher In keeping with age-old traditions, safari guides are able to pass down their knowledge to the younger generation, keeping the love of Africa alive all over the world.

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Sundowner fun Sundowners are a signature experience at Chem Chem, children enjoy it just as much as the adults.

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Little Chem Chem - Aerial view

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Little Chem Chem - Elegant furnishings

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Little Chem Chem - Elephant as a lunch guest

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Little Chem Chem - Elephant in camp

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Little Chem Chem - Elephant route next to camp

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Little Chem Chem - Elephant route passes by camp

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Little Chem Chem - Entrance

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Little Chem Chem - Entrance to the shop

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Little Chem Chem - Evening ambience

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Little Chem Chem - Fireside conversations

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Little Chem Chem - Lounge

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Little Chem Chem - Main area

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Little Chem Chem - Main area bathroom vanity

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Little Chem Chem - Preparing for dinner

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Little Chem Chem - Private dining

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Little Chem Chem - Ready for a 4x4 safari

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Little Chem Chem - Sculpted detail

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Little Chem Chem - Watching elephants pass by

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Cultural Tours Expand your cultural horizons and meet Choroko, Maasai chief, and some of his wives; Sindani, Seeki, Nebulu and Nemburis. Enjoy an authentic experience sharing stories and learning about the Maasai culture.

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Animal Tracking One of our well-trained field guides will lead you in a quest to recognise and track animal spoor. You will literally follow in their footsteps – often taking you within 15 meters of these majestic animals. Hear them, see them, smell them.

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CLOSE ENCOUNTERS Over time, trust and respect are built. At Chem Chem, step into the wild and be welcomed.

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Day Trips to Tarangire National Park Explore the game-rich environment of the breath-taking Tarangire National Park from the comfort of an open 4x4. Choose either a full- or half-day excursion which includes a picnic breakfast or lunch at a private site. Expect vast elephant herds and huge baobabs.

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Family Safari Chem Chem welcomes children from 6 years old at the Lodge and Forest Chem Chem and 8 years old at Little Chem Chem. They will create unforgettable memories by learning bush skills from Maasai warriors: how to make a fire, use a bow and arrow, throw a spear. A visit to local schools and villages will expose them to different cultures. Children can build a recyclable soccer ball, follow wildlife tracks and decorate safari-themed cupcakes.

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Game Drives in Chem Chem - Burunge Wildlife Management Area Discover this incredible wilderness with one of our expert field guides, from the seat of a 4x4 Land Rover. The vehicles seat between five to eight passengers. No crowds guaranteed: 16 000 ha and just 10 guests! Keep your eyes open for elephant, leopard, lion, cheetah, giraffe, zebra…

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Hill Climb There is a serene beauty to a landscape at dawn. Climb the hills between the two sides of the concession with your guide to gaze out across the vastness of the land we work to protect while the sun blesses a new day in Africa.

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Hot Air Ballooning Up before dawn for this one… Glide over the tops of ancient baobab trees as the sun rises, glinting off elephant herds, antelope, zebra, lion. Watch in silence as the world wakes up below you and savour sights never seen before. Enjoy a rustic bush-breakfast after the hour-long flight.

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Little Chem Chem Private Dining From where to have dinner to whom you share it with, the choice is yours. The evening can be as private as you like or more convivial with other guests. Feel the whisper of the evening breeze as you eat beneath the stars.

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Night Game Drives Experience the thrill of discovering nocturnal animals in their natural habitat at Little Chem Chem and Forest Chem Chem. See, from the safety of an open 4x4 vehicle with blankets for warmth, how the spotlight catches them. Learn from our experienced guides as you immerse yourself in a world that moves under the moonlight.

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Photographic Safaris Spend a day with a professional wildlife photographer showing you how to make the most of your camera to capture that unforgettable moment in the wild. It may be of a cheetah on a termite mound or a grey-headed kingfisher eyeing its prey. Nothing is too great or small.