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Old Dec 4, 2022 | 9:36 pm
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United747
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So I might have gone back... Back in November I did Sabora and Sasakwa this time. I won't add any new pictures (unless requested) but thought I'd add some info on Sabora -

Overall, I really liked the tented camp vibe of Sabora, and it pairs really well with Sasakwa. Sabora is literally right on the plains, which makes you feel really connected. Views are incredible, especially at the start of the rainy season - you could see storms off in the distance, and also follow them as the come towards the camp. One such afternoon storm was pretty severe and caused damage to the camp, but they were incredibly quick to fix it, and made sure all staff and guests were safe throughout.

The food and drink at the camp were up to Singita standards too - the camp has a "grab and go" area with different types of cold items that were all good, and especially the breads. There was always at least one hot option available, and dinner was entirely menu-based. Wine selection was pretty good, but not nearly as good as Sasakwa (I work in the wine industry, so I'm generally a but more "specific" in my requests). But they still had some incredible bottles, and were always more than happy to check in the back for specific labels that I was looking for.

Service was fantastic. As always with the other Tanzania camps, you get one "server" who you have the entire stay (I put that in quotes since they do so much more). Mine was great, and I got to know some of the others as well, and they were wonderful too.

The managers were also ever-present, and more than happy to stay out with guests late into the night.

Game viewing was fantastic too, I was worried that it would be repetitive considering I stayed at the exact same time last year. But it was entirely different. A more harsh dry season led to more concentrated game viewing, and the migration was making its way through, which was incredible to see. Some animal highlights -
  • Three leopard
  • 50+ lion
  • Black rhino
  • Two cheetah kills
  • Newborn zebra
Overall, another wonderful Safari and I'm already starting to plan another trip for 2023 (likely elsewhere this time for some variety)
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