Singita Faru Faru

Overview

Set beside a busy waterhole overlooking the Grumeti River in northern Tanzania, Singita Faru Faru is a contemporary safari lodge designed for an immersive connection with the wilderness. Located within Singita’s vast 350,000-acre private reserve, it offers a more intimate and exclusive perspective of the Serengeti, combining exceptional wildlife with relaxed, understated luxury.

Faru Faru takes a distinctly modern approach to safari design. The lodge’s airy suites are filled with natural light, soft neutral tones and organic textures, while oversized windows and open spaces draw the surrounding wilderness indoors. Vast outdoor decks provide places to pause between game drives, whether over a leisurely meal, a drink or simply while watching wildlife gather at the waterhole.

The accommodation comprises seven one-bedroom suites, a family suite and a two-bedroom suite with its own private pool. The family suite accommodates up to two adults and two children, making Faru Faru well suited to families, while the two-bedroom suite offers additional privacy for couples or small groups travelling together. Each space is designed to feel comfortable and contemporary without taking attention away from the landscape beyond.

Life at Faru Faru follows the natural rhythm of the bush. Twice-daily game drives explore the private reserve in search of the Serengeti‘s extraordinary wildlife, while guided walking safaris offer a more intimate way to experience the landscape. Depending on the season and conditions, guests may encounter large herds of plains game alongside predators and other wildlife that inhabit the Grumeti ecosystem.

The lodge’s position beside the river and waterhole adds another dimension to the safari experience. Wildlife comes to the water throughout the day, meaning that memorable sightings can sometimes unfold without leaving the lodge. The surrounding area is also rich in birdlife, making Faru Faru appealing to keen birders as well as dedicated safari enthusiasts.

For a different perspective, guests can take to the skies on a hot-air balloon safari, floating above the Serengeti as the landscape comes to life below. Cultural and community visits offer an opportunity to learn more about the people living around the reserve, while conservation experiences can provide insight into the work being done to protect the wider Serengeti ecosystem.

Back at the lodge, the pace becomes slower. Two swimming pools offer a refreshing escape during the warmer hours, while the wellness centre provides space to unwind with treatments or simply enjoy some quiet time. The fitness centre is available for those who wish to stay active, and the lodge also offers personalised wine experiences drawn from Singita’s renowned collection, guided by its resident sommelier.

Dining is an integral part of the experience, with meals served in relaxed indoor and outdoor settings. The lodge’s café-style bar sits at the heart of the main area, extending towards the pool and firepit. As evening falls, guests can gather around the fire beneath the African sky, with the sounds of the wilderness providing a natural soundtrack.

Faru Faru is also closely connected to Singita’s conservation work in the Serengeti. Singita has partnered with the Grumeti Fund, a non-profit organisation working across the reserve on wildlife conservation and community development. The partnership has contributed to the restoration of wildlife populations and broader protection of the ecosystem, including the reintroduction of critically endangered Eastern black rhino.

The lodge works particularly well for travellers looking for a sophisticated safari experience without sacrificing a sense of connection to nature. Its contemporary design, private-reserve setting, excellent guiding and range of activities make it a natural choice for couples, families and small groups seeking a more exclusive Serengeti experience.

Faru Faru can also form part of a wider Tanzanian safari, pairing naturally with destinations such as Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Crater before continuing to the Serengeti. For those wanting to extend their journey beyond the bush, Zanzibar offers an effortless Indian Ocean finale.

At Faru Faru, the luxury is deliberately understated. It is found in the space, the service, the freedom to explore a remarkable private wilderness and the feeling of being completely immersed in the Serengeti.