Serval Wildlife Experience

Where Wildlife Comes Closer

Set in the beautiful foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serval Wildlife Experience offers a different way to connect with Tanzania’s wildlife. Instead of travelling through vast wilderness in search of animals, here you have the opportunity to encounter some of Africa’s most beautiful species in a more intimate and carefully designed natural setting. Giraffes move gracefully through the landscape, zebras create striking scenes against the greenery, and lions offer an unforgettable glimpse into the character of one of Africa’s most iconic predators.

What makes Serval special is the feeling of being close to nature. You can take your time watching the animals, appreciating their individual personalities, and learning more about them while surrounded by beautiful gardens, trees, and views toward the Kilimanjaro landscape. It is an experience that works particularly well for travellers who want to combine wildlife with a slower, more relaxed day, while also creating wonderful opportunities for photography and meaningful memories.

Serval can also become part of your stay rather than simply a daytime visit. The property offers villas where guests can stay overnight, allowing you to extend the experience and enjoy the peaceful surroundings for longer. Wake up close to nature, spend time with the wildlife, and combine your stay with other northern Tanzania experiences such as a safari, Kilimanjaro adventure, Materuni, or Chemka Hot Springs. Whether visiting for the day or staying overnight, Serval offers a more personal way to experience Tanzania’s wildlife.

Additional Information

The Serval Wildlife Experience can be arranged as a standalone day experience or incorporated into a wider northern Tanzania journey. For pricing and arrangements, kindly contact our safari experts, who will help plan the experience around your travel dates and itinerary.

For guests who would like to spend more time surrounded by nature, a stay at Serval Wildlife can also be arranged upon request and subject to availability confirmation. Our team can assist with including the accommodation as part of your wider journey.

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Everything You Need to Know Before Your Experience

Every experience is unique, and we know you may have questions before your journey begins. From the best time to visit and what to bring, to what to expect along the way, our frequently asked questions provide the essential details you need to feel prepared and confident. Explore the answers below and discover how we make every experience with Back to Eden Adventure seamless, comfortable, and memorable.

Serval offers opportunities to encounter wildlife including giraffes, zebras, and lions, giving visitors the chance to observe these animals in a more intimate setting.

A traditional safari takes you deep into national parks and conservation areas to search for wildlife across large natural landscapes. Serval offers a more intimate experience where you can spend time observing animals in a beautiful, carefully maintained natural environment.

Yes. Serval offers villas for guests who would like to stay overnight, making it possible to turn your wildlife experience into part of your accommodation and wider Tanzania journey.

Yes. The experience can be enjoyed by families, couples, friends, and solo travellers. It can be especially engaging for children because of the opportunity to see animals such as giraffes, zebras, and lions from a closer perspective.

Yes. Serval can be arranged as a standalone day experience or incorporated into a longer northern Tanzania itinerary. It can also be combined with a safari, Kilimanjaro climb, or other experiences around Moshi and Arusha.

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Incredible Safari Back to Eden Aventures did an amazing job organizing an incredible 10 day safari for our family of four. Their communication was timely, clear and fully transparent which made planning effortless. The itinerary was flexible and they added activities based on our preferences without any hassle. Thanks to their thoughtful planning, we thoroughly enjoyed our safari vacation and had an unforgettable experience. We highly recommend Gift and his team.
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Incredible experience with Back to Eden Adventures As the Great Migration season kicks off in June, I'm excited to share my unforgettable Safari experience in Tanzania with Back to Eden Adventures. Their expert guide Hassan took us on thrilling game drives, bringing us face-to-face with incredible wildlife. We savored every moment, eagerly awaiting sightings of lions and cheetahs in action. The highlight of our trip was a luxurious 2-day glamping adventure deep in the middle of forest, with impeccable service from the staff. Special thanks to Laurent and Gift and for their exceptional customer service, which truly made our experience unforgettable. We highly recommend Back to Eden Adventures to anyone planning a Tanzanian adventure.
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7-Day Kilimanjaro Trek We recently completed the 7-day Machame trek with Back To Eden Adventures and it was an absolutely incredible experience. The entire team, from our guides to the porters, were exceptional. The itinerary was well-paced and allowed us to acclimatize properly. We enjoyed stunning views throughout the trek, and the campsites were well-chosen and offered incredible vistas.
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Great safari experience! Planned a trip for my parents and another couple, and they had an amazing time! They mentioned Laurent specifically took very good care of them during the whole tour and to their particular needs whether it was the food, their medical conditions etc. I definitely recommend this tour for safari in Serengeti. Reach out to Laurent! He's so easy to get along with and communicate with so that you can plan in advance with him before your trip.
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Amazing Kilimanjaro Experience An amazing experience in the Kilimanjaro! We did the Marangu Route and Back to Eden helped us with every step of the way: prior, during and after. From the logistic team to the porters and guide team, our experience in the mountain was incredible! Totally recommend them for small or large groups.
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Magical African Safari We had an amazing trip with Back to Eden Adventures. Everything was well organised and we didnt face any difficulties during the trip. They understood are requirements and curated a customised itinerary based on our needs. Our tour guide was also great and very helpful. It was a wonderful trip and we had a good time. Thanks to Back to Eden Adventures.
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Sérieux et disponible Organisation top en amont avec beaucoup de disponibilités et de réponses à toutes les questions. Le voyage est cher donc c’est important d’avoir un maximum de réponses pour s’organiser au mieux. La voiture était top et le chauffeur avait réponses à tout. Profitez

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