Despite there being no rain in either June or July, guests are still being rewarded with wonderful game viewing around Ndutu. As it’s been a drier than normal year the grass cover is much reduced making predators far more visible. Cheetah and lions are being seen most days, lions seem to have taken up climbing trees at the marsh. The marshes of Ndutu have taken centre stage this time of year.
The big marsh is the setting of the sandgrouse morning rush hour- around 7.30am they arrive in their masses. It is a wonderful sight. Elephants are seen daily coming to take a bath and a cool drink. The young calves born around March are all doing well and are often seen in playful mood with their friends.
If you look carefully you could be rewarded with a view of a serval as it stealthfully walks through the grass in search of some unsuspecting rodents.
The lonesome crocodile is growing, and is now being seen on a more regular basis. We are still not sure where he came from.
Back at the lodge, the conversation around the evening camp-fire is often interrupted by a hyena or lion making it’s presence known. The hares and the dik dik are becoming rather bold as they forage closer and closer to your seat in search of peanuts or any other tasty morsel that you may have dropped. 
The genets that visit the dining room most evenings seem to be increasing in numbers – the nights we serve chicken seems to draw in the biggest crowd! The star studded sky is a delight this time of year, both the plough and the southern cross can be easily seen and the beautiful constellation of Scorpio is now in it’s full glory overhead. We are looking forward to the meteorite showers which often occur during the month of August.
We have a very slow turn-over of staff here at Ndutu. Four members of our team have been here for over thirty years. In fact, Marcelli, a waiter is now in his 36th year. All our staff are dedicated to making your stay as comfortable and welcoming as possible.
Maintenance never stops at Ndutu! This year we are building two more cottages, they will be completed by December. All the rooms on the west side now have re-furbished bathrooms and new soft furnishings. The bar and dining room have also received a face lift.
Despite this time of year being our “low season”, there is always plenty to see and do. You might like to indulge in some exercise, by taking a stroll along the lake. This can be arranged through the NCAA ranger post which is just 1km away from the lodge. Perhaps you just want to relax and enjoy your surroundings.It’s the perfect place for some peace and quiet.
Why not come and see for yourself?
