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Lodge · Tanzania
Little Chem Chem
The ambiance at Little Chem Chem is inviting, sophisticated, and brimming with genuine safari charm. Majestic elephants traverse between waterholes; cheetahs chase prey on the open plains; elusive leopards are occasionally spotted; and eland and lesser kudu inhabit the denser woodlands, while ions can be heard calling to each other at night as they roam the area. Additionally, wherever water is present, the birdlife flourishes in vibrant abundance.
From $1,680 per person sharing, per night
Lodge · Tanzania
Little Chem Chem
From $1,680 per person sharing, per night
Enquire nowThe ambiance at Little Chem Chem is inviting, sophisticated, and brimming with genuine safari charm. Majestic elephants traverse between waterholes; cheetahs chase prey on the open plains; elusive leopards are occasionally spotted; and eland and lesser kudu inhabit the denser woodlands, while ions can be heard calling to each other at night as they roam the area. Additionally, wherever water is present, the birdlife flourishes in vibrant abundance.
Location · Tanzania
From, per person · night · $1,680
About the lodge
An overview of Little Chem Chem.
The ambiance at Little Chem Chem is inviting, sophisticated, and brimming with genuine safari charm. Majestic elephants traverse between waterholes; cheetahs chase prey on the open plains; elusive leopards are occasionally spotted; and eland and lesser kudu inhabit the denser woodlands, while ions can be heard calling to each other at night as they roam the area. Additionally, wherever water is present, the birdlife flourishes in vibrant abundance.
Highlights
- Private safari vehicle on game drives
- Two daily game drives
- Guided walks
- Sundowners on Lake Burunge
- Little Chem Chem dining
You Should Know
Little Chem Chem will be closed during April and May. Children aged 8 years and older are welcome at Little Chem Chem.
Access from the Closest Commercial Flight
Option 1
Daily scheduled charters to the Chem Chem private airstrip with Coastal Aviation or Auric Air, followed by a 40-minute game drive to Little Chem Chem.
Option 2
A 2.5 to 3.5-hour drive from Arusha. Transfers can be arranged at an additional cost.
The Details
The camp boasts stunning views of freshwater Lake Burunge with the Babati mountain range as a breathtaking backdrop to the southwest. To the northeast, the hills of Tarangire can be seen in the distance.
Accommodation
5 Luxury Vintage Tents
Nicknamed the sunrise camp, Little Chem Chem is located on the eastern side of the concession. This cozy camp offers five beautifully adorned vintage tents. Each tent includes a large bedroom (three with king-size beds and two with twin beds), a rocking chair, a study desk, a vanity area with a dressing room, and an en suite bathroom with a shower and flushing toilet.
Embracing an "Out-of-Africa" ambiance, every tent also features a private fire pit, where you can relax by the flames while the sounds of the African night come alive around you.
1 Luxury Vintage Family Tent
This two-bedroom canvas family tent is ideal for families of up to two adults and three children. The luxurious tent includes a large king-size bed in the main bedroom, while the children's room is furnished with two twin beds. Each room has its own vanity area, dressing room, en suite shower, and flushing toilet.
Activities
Private Game Drives on the Concession
At Little Chem Chem, each booking includes a private vehicle and guide (subject to availability). Explore the wilderness with an expert guide in a 4x4 Land Rover, accommodating five to eight passengers. With 16,000 hectares, you'll never encounter a crowd. Keep an eye out for elephants, leopards, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and zebras.
Sundowners on Lake Burunge
Enjoy the spectacular African sunset with sundowners on the edge of Lake Burunge—the perfect way to end your day.
Day Trips to Tarangire National Park
Explore Tarangire National Park in an open 4x4 vehicle. Choose a full- or half-day trip that includes a picnic breakfast or lunch. Witness massive herds of elephants and the iconic towering baobab trees.
Big Game & Wildlife Walking
Join a skilled field guide on an exciting wildlife walk, tracking and identifying animal spoor. Get within 15 meters of majestic animals and immerse yourself in the wild.
Little Chem Chem Dining
Begin your day with sunrise coffee and seed biscuits. Enjoy breakfast by the watering hole, lunch under shaded trees, and dinner surrounded by the sounds of the bush. Evenings can be private or social, dining under the stars with a gentle breeze.
Price Includes
- Fully inclusive of all meals, drinks,
- safari activities, including a private guide and vehicle.
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
The same as booking direct
Rates and dates.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 5 Jan 2027
Peak / migration
1 Jun 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
All Inclusive - Three meals per day, house wines, beers, spirits, two game drives daily, guided walks, evening sundowners, cultural visits with the Masaai village & local school and arrival road transfers from Chem Chem airstrip to lodge
$1,680
per person · night
Shoulder
1 Nov 2026 – 19 Dec 2026
All Inclusive - Three meals per day, house wines, beers, spirits, two game drives daily, guided walks, evening sundowners, cultural visits with the Masaai village & local school and arrival road transfers from Chem Chem airstrip to lodge
$1,370
per person · night
Festive
20 Dec 2026 – 5 Jan 2027
All Inclusive - Three meals per day, house wines, beers, spirits, two game drives daily, guided walks, evening sundowners, cultural visits with the Masaai village & local school and arrival road transfers from Chem Chem airstrip to lodge
$1,845
per person · night
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
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A closer look.
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Let's design your stay.
From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Little Chem Chem: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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