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Lodge vs. Tented Camp: What is the Actual Difference?
It is Not Camping as You Know It
Forget sleeping bags. A Luxury Tented Camp usually has mahogany floors, king-size beds, plumbing, and Wi-Fi. The walls are just made of canvas instead of brick.
Why Canvas?
It allows you to hear the lions roaring at night and the birds in the morning. It connects you to nature.
Lodge vs. Camp Showdown
| Feature | Safari Lodge | Tented Camp |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | Brick & Mortar | Canvas & Permanent Poles |
| Vibe | Resort / Hotel | Wild / Intimate |
| Pool | Usually large | Often small or none |
| Wildlife | Fenced out | Often walk through camp |
The Kitumo Hybrid
Kitumo Mara is technically a Lodge/Villa Hybrid. We have solid walls (great for safety/sound) but large glass windows and open verandas to let the wild in.
We find this is perfect for:
1. families (kids sleep better behind a wall)
2. light sleepers (canvas flaps in the wind).
AC Power: Many tented camps run on generators that turn off at night. Kitumo runs on 24/7 Solar + Grid backup, so your CPAP machine or phone charger works all night.
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