Should I stay at multiple camps or just one?
Baseline decision available
The Decision in One Line
Multiple camps add variety but consume travel time
What This Depends On
Key Assumptions
Each camp move typically costs half a day of game viewing time.
High confidenceDifferent camps in different ecosystems provide genuine variety.
High confidenceStaying in one place for 5+ nights can feel repetitive for some travelers.
Medium confidenceThis might change if...
If trip is under 6 days, stick to 1-2 camps.
If specific ecosystem variety is desired, plan camps accordingly.
If avoiding fatigue, 3 nights per camp is a good minimum.
If depth in one area matters, stay put and explore thoroughly.
Trade-offs to Understand
What you gain
+
Ecosystem variety across different areas+
Avoids single-location fatigue+
Different camp styles and experiencesWhat you accept
-
Transit time reduces game viewing-
Packing and unpacking logistics-
Less depth in any single areaEvidence to Know
Each camp move typically costs half a day of game viewing time.
Common but variable
Safari planningDifferent camps in different ecosystems provide genuine variety.
Common but variable
Safari planningStaying in one place for 5+ nights can feel repetitive for some travelers.
Common but variable
Safari planningEcosystem variety across different areas
Trade-off considerationTransit time reduces game viewing
Trade-off considerationRelated Decisions
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