Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

About this Property

Tanzania’s prehistoric Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Eighth Wonder of the World, has yawned heavenward for millennia. Deep within its immense walls is a breath-taking blue-green landscape dotted with plains, lakes and forests; an eerie, otherworldly “land that time forgot” thick with massive bull elephants, rhinos, wildebeests and the highest concentration of lions in Africa.

Nestled high above the plains into the Crater’s jagged rim, cloaked in river stone and indigenous vines, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is barely visible to the naked eye. Framed by arched stone passages and timbered decks, its torch-lit walls are adorned with stylized cave paintings. At the stone heart of the lodge burns a glowing fire, which is kept constantly alight. Rooms are looped around the Crater rim. Each has its own rock-enclosed balcony, and all enjoy completely uninterrupted views of the volcanic Amphitheatre far below. Our Ngorongoro hotel lodge is a place that feels as ancient as the Crater itself, yet no modern comfort has been spared in an effort to bring you the best safari adventure in Africa and one of the most unique travel experiences in the world.

Accommodation

The 74 guest rooms and one suite at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge blend the almost indescribable beauty and magnitude of the Ngorongoro Crater with unparalleled standards for comfort and service. Clinging to the Crater rim beneath river stone and a cloak of native vines, our accommodation is so seamlessly entwined with the landscape, guests can’t help but feel as one with the natural surroundings. With a private stone balcony opening onto the blue-green vastness of the Crater floor below, it’s like you’re living alone in the “cradle of mankind.”  

Interiors feature brass lamps, embossed leather headboards, wildwood mirrors, Maasai carvings and stylised cave paintings. The guest experience is enhanced with modern comforts like complimentary wireless Internet and 24-hour room service. 

With a private stone balcony opening onto the blue-green vastness of the Crater floor below, it’s like you’re living alone in the “cradle of mankind.”  

Standard Room

Standard Rooms at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge feature elegant interior spaces infused with a locally inspired décor and private stone balconies overlooking the Crater.

Room Facilities

  • Mineral water
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Eco Boutique bath amenities
  • 24-hour medical service
  • Children’s meals, beds, babysitting
  • Laundry, valet and shoeshine services
  • Bathrobe and slippers
  • Private balcony
  • Coffee/tea making stations
  • Work desk and chair
  • 24-hour room service
  • Safe

Kimba Suite

The spacious bedroom is luxuriously appointed with a king bed with walk-in mosquito net, sumptuous furnishings, a dressing area and natural stone ensuite bathroom. The elegantly appointed sitting room enjoys panoramic views and is tastefully and relaxingly furnished while offering a fully stocked mini-bar, digital multi-channel TV and direct dial telephone. The room also features a generous stone-built balcony overlooking the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. 24-hour room service is available and fruit and wine will be laid out to welcome you.

Room Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels
  • Eco-Boutique bath amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Mini bar
  • Mineral water
  • Bedroom with king bed
  • Welcome gift of fruit and wine
  • Sitting room with mini bar
  • Bathrobe and slippers
  • Private balcony
  • Coffee/tea making stations
  • Work desk and chair
  • 24-hour room service
  • Safe
  • DVD player

Hotel Amenities

  • 75 rock-built rooms with panoramic private balconies
  • Rock built dining room and bar with central fire
  • Extensive viewing terraces
  • Wedding planning and honeymoon venue
  • Gift shop
  • Wi-Fi
  • Tented conference centre
  • Extensive selection of sports and activities
  • Cultural dance and music
  • Inside National Park

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Lemala Ngorongoro Lodge

Lemala Ngorongoro Lodge

About this Property

Lemala Ngorongoro is intimately set in a delightful ancient acacia forest close to the rim of the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. As it is located next to the quiet Lemala crater access road on the eastern side, a key advantage of staying at Lemala Ngorongoro is the quick and easy drive down on to the crater floor in the morning; Lemala guests usually have an hour’s head start over others descending via the far busier Seneto crater access road on the western rim. And of course, can stay later in the afternoon before returning to camp. As Africa’s game is most active in the early morning and late afternoon this means better wildlife experiences for Lemala guests.

Accommodation

Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp has 9 spacious tents that are positioned carefully to provide privacy and with minimal impact on the pristine forest environment. They accommodate two queen-size beds, and as it can get cool on the Ngorongoro Crater rim at night, little luxuries like warm winter-weight duvets, hot water bottles and gas heaters ensure a cosy night’s sleep. The roomy en-suite bathrooms contain a dressing area, flush toilet and a large safari-style shower. The mess tent is beautifully furnished with grand sofas, lamps, bookshelves and corner cabinets in old wood, chests and rugs. In the evening, guests can gather around the campfire to exchange tales of the day’s safari followed by a sumptuous hearty meal.

  • 9 tents furnished with 2 queen-size beds (triples available on request)
  • En-suite bathroom with flush toilet and hot safari-style shower
  • 24-hr solar electricity with a back-up generator
  • Mess tent with adjoining lounge and bar
  • Complimentary internet in the lounge and bar
  • Complimentary laundry (limited services only)
  • Charging facilities for devices in the lounge and bar
  • Complimentary drinks (except for premium wines and spirits)

Room Facilities

  • En-suite bathroom with flush toilet and hot safari-style shower
  • Complimentary laundry (limited services only)
  • queen-size beds
  • Complimentary drinks (except for premium wines and spirits)
  • hot water bottles
  • comfortable chairs
  • mosquito nets
  • safe for your values
  • spacious bathroom

Hotel Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Lounge & Bar
  • Dining Room
  • Inside National Park

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Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

About this Property

Facing the always magnificent sunsets to the west, and located at the highest point on Ngorongoro crater’s entire rim, Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge stands well over half a kilometer above the crater floor and offers unparalleled views across this enormous caldera.

Accommodation

  • 97 rooms. Includes 5 inter-connecting rooms & 1 wheelchair accessible room
  • And the luxury doesn’t stop there. Because of its altitude the lodge can be chilly at night so each room has central heating; hot water bottles are placed in every bed during our evening turndown service; and our luxuriously appointed bathrooms have extremely spacious showers under which you can reminisce about the wonders of this awesome, almost magically mystical place called Ngorongoro.
  • All rooms are equipped with amenities to ensure maximum comfort during your stay with us. Among these are our wake-up calls and complimentary coffee and tea, all of which will help to kick start an early morning game drive.

Room Facilities

  • Shower
  • toilet and hand basin
  • hot water bottles
  • Each room has an en- suite bathroom with hot showers, sink and flushing toilet.
  • comfortable chairs
  • mosquito nets
  • safe for your values
  • spacious bathroom

Hotel Amenities

  • Bar
  • Lounge
  • Restaurant
  • TV in the conference room
  • out-door dining
  • swimming pool
  • gift shop
  • Free WiFi in public areas.
  • Inside National park

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Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge

Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge

About this Property

Situated only a few hundred metres from the crater’s rim, Rhino Lodge offers easy access to the main gate and road descending into the crater. 

Stretching out in two L-shaped rows from the main area are 24 semi-detached rooms set around a central courtyard. Outside each room is a long wooden deck overlooking a stretch of high montane forest. Bright Maasai blankets add a splash of colour to the whitewashed walls.

To freshen up after a long day in the crater, each room has a compact en-suite bathroom with a hot water shower.  

As it can get quite cold in the area as the lodge is situated at an altitude of 2,200 metres above sea level, each room has its own wood-burning stove, which staff will light for you on cold evenings. You will also be supplied with hot water bottles that can be filled to keep the cold at bay. 

Unpretentiously rustic, the lodge does not overlook the crater itself but enjoys glorious vistas of misty montane forest and distant Mount Oldeani. The well-kept grounds are regularly visited by local wildlife. Elephants, buffalo, waterbuck, zebra, hyena and Marabou storks sometimes wander across the lawns by day. 

Accommodation

There are 24 guest rooms, all with verandah overlooking a stretch of high montane forest. Each room has its own shower, toilet and hand basin.

To keep away the cold each room has a wood-burning stove, and hot water bottles can be filled if you want one.

In the bar/dining-room there are two large fires which are a natural focus where our guests like to meet and exchange stories of the day.

Hot, tasty food is available from the buffet. And after dinner our Maasai staff may entertain you with some traditional dancing.

Room Facilities

  • Shower
  • toilet and hand basin
  • wood-burning stove
  • hot water bottles

Hotel Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Inside National Park

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Simba Public Campsite

Simba Public Campsite

Campground inside Ngorongoro Crater

On our Basic Camping Safaris, you will stay in public campsites, located inside the park or on private campsites on the outskirts, you will also be accompanied by a skilled safari Chef who will take care of your well-being. The campsites in the parks are not fenced and it is likely that you may find Giraffes, Buffalos, and elephants wandering between the tents or bump into antelopes on your way to the shower.

Falling asleep to the hooting of an owl or waking up with the roaring of a lion is what you will experience. The safari experience is all the more intense as you are ‘right in the middle of it all. The nearness to nature, especially at night with its nocturnal sounds, compensates for the luxury of a lodge. Please note that bathroom facilities are shared with fellow travelers at the camp.

Throughout your Tanzania budget Safari (Basic Camping Safari), you will receive high levels of service and care. Kilele Climb will provide 2-person-tents (2.5mx 2.5m and 1.8m high) which are all waterproof and come with built-in mosquito nets at their entrances and windows, Comfortable 5 cm thick sleeping mattresses, sleeping bags, robust camping furniture such as tables, safari chairs, and functional cutlery and crockery.

Your Crew will set up your tents for you every evening and pack them away the following morning. Our Chefs are very skilled at producing a wide range of dishes, with limited access to shops/markets and cooking equipment. He / She will prepare all meals, often even including a packed meal for a picnic lunch. Early morning eggs and sausages, coffee and bread, snacks and evenings with stews and salads, Kilele-Climb’s cooks can create delicious 3-course meals with only a fire and a sharp knife…

Sample food includes Breakfast can include eggs, fresh fruit, pancakes, bacon, coffee, sausages, and beans. Dinner can include fresh vegetable soups, fresh fish, stews, rice, potatoes, and pasta and the Lunch box can include boiled eggs, juice, sandwiches, fruit, crackers, and chicken.

 Our goal is to make your camping experience as comfortable as possible, whilst still sleeping under the stars in some of the most spectacular settings on the planet.

Accommodation

Throughout your Tanzania budget Safari (Basic Camping Safari), you will receive high levels of service and care. Kilele Climb will provide 2-person-tents (2.5mx 2.5m and 1.8m high) which are all waterproof and come with built-in mosquito nets at their entrances and windows, Comfortable 5 cm thick sleeping mattresses, sleeping bags, robust camping furniture such as tables, safari chairs, and functional cutlery and crockery.

Room Facilities

  • Mattress
  • Sleeping bag
  • Pillow
  • Safari Chair & Table

Hotel Amenities

  • Camping ground
  • Toilets
  • Shower Room
  • Inside National Park

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Escarpment Luxury Lodge

Escarpment Luxury Lodge

About This Property

Escarpment Luxury Lodge is harmoniously integrated within the African Bush, affording the dramatic setting of the Great Rift Valley. A spreading deck surrounding the main lodge affords you breathtaking views of the lake and the gorge upon which the lodge is perched. The iconic Ngorongoro Crater was formed from a large active volcano and it is the largest inactive and intact volcanic caldera in the whole world. Lake Manyara National park is 5km, Ngorongoro Crater 25kms and Tarangire National park is only 120kms, which makes Escarpment Luxury Lodge the ideal base for your perfect safari holiday.

Accommodation

Escarpment Luxury Lodge boasts 16 luxurious appointed, private chalets offering single, double, and triple occupancy. Each chalet has its own private deck to take in the magnificent sight of Lake Manyara and wildlife passing through the lodge grounds. Abundant bird life fills the trees and bushes growing directly around the decks of each chalet, affording the sense of complete immersion with nature.

Room Facilities

Recline under a thatched roof on your private balcony and enjoy a direct view of the beautiful Lake Manyara or the forest. Our spacious chalets (64m2) reflect the ambiance of local craftsmanship with hardwood floors, beautifully handcrafted artifacts, fine antiques, and leather buttoned sofas. Abundant bird life fills the trees and bushes growing directly around the decks of each chalet, affording the sense of complete immersion with nature.

  • King size Bed
  • 2 Adults
  • Mini bar fridge
  • Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
  • Approximately 64 m²
  • Shower bath
  • Mosquito net
  • Amenities
  • Bathrobe & Slippers
  • Victorian deep soaking bathtub
  • His & Hers Basin
  • Twice Daily housekeeping service
  • Make Up Mirror and separate vanity space
  • Air-conditioning
  • Hairdryer
  • Telephone
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Wifi

Hotel Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Dining Room
  • Internet
  • Living Room
  • Swimming Pool & SPA
  • Gym center
  • Outside National Park

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Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge

Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge

About this Property

Nestled on the rim of the Great African Rift Valley with stunning views over Lake Manyara, Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day. The lodge is set on pristine lush green gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds.

Accommodation

All 50 suites and 2-bedroom luxury villas have panoramic views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities one would expect in a 5-star lodge, inclusive of inside and outside shower, bath, air conditioning, fire places, Wi-Fi, mini bar, safe and private balcony

Room Facilities

  • outside shower bath
  • air conditioning
  • fire places
  • Wi-Fi
  • mini bar
  • safe and private balcony

Hotel Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Dining Room
  • Internet
  • Living Room
  • Swimming Pool
  • Outside National Park

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Kirurumu Manyara Lodge

Kirurumu Manyara Lodge

About this Property

Kirurumu Manyara Lodge is set high on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, enjoying a marvelous, uplifting and panoramic view eastward over Lake Manyara, the Rift floor and Mt. Losimingori. Behind Kirurumu, the Ngorongoro Highlands rise in green and fertile splendor and form the gateway to Ngorongoro Crater and, finally, Olduvai Gorge, the Serengeti.

Accommodation

  • 27 spacious luxurious tented cottages
  • 2 Honeymoon suites & 2 family cottages 

All include personal verandah that overlooks the Rift valley escarpment over Lake Manyara.

Room Facilities

  • Breakfast
  • Free Wifi
  • View
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Showers
  • Coffee & Tea In-Room Service

Hotel Amenities

  • furnished safari tents
  • bar and restaurant with incredible view over the lake
  • lounge area
  • Spa & swimming pool
  • free WiFi
  • 24-hour security
  • Outside National

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Manyara Serena Lodge

Manyara Serena Lodge

About This Property

Tanzania’s towering Mto wa Mbu escarpment provides a remarkable backdrop for a one-of-a-kind visit. Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge welcomes you with a peaceful location amidst the rich wildlife and unsurpassed tranquility of Lake Manyara National Park. The lake is home to over 300 migratory birds including flamingoes, long-crested eagles and grey-headed kingfisher; our lodge is designed to mimic this extraordinary birdlife, with an architectural motif featuring swooping avian curves and vibrantly coloured wall frescoes depicting the intricacy of bird migratory patterns.

Here, at our Lake Manyara lodge, you’ll find everything you need to relax, rejuvenate and discover the singular beauty of the region. Housed in circular two-storey “rondavels”, our accommodation pays homage to tradition, while also offering contemporary perks. Flamingo Restaurant, our central dining room, serves delicious cuisine and includes a veranda with picturesque views; we would be pleased to arrange a meal in the bush for you as well. Take part in an enchanting game drive or outdoor excursion, tour one of the neighbouring villages or simply lounge by the lodge’s “vanishing horizon” pool. Those hosting their wedding or group event with us can benefit from our modern facilities and gorgeous location, not to mention the careful attention of our planning staff. And with a range of family-friendly activities, our lodge is a delightful destination for visitors of all ages. The holiday of a lifetime awaits you at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge.

Accommodation

Effortlessly blending traditional style and modern comfort, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge provides a tranquil retreat for your Tanzania holiday. Settle in to your beautifully appointed accommodation, which is furnished with colours inspired by the breath-taking natural beauty of our surroundings. Make use of thoughtful amenities including free Wi-Fi, enjoy the views from your veranda or wrap up in your plush

robe and relax with room service after an exhilarating day on safari. For a truly special experience, reserve our lush Losimingori Suite, which offers a separate sitting area, a flat-screen TV and a balcony.

Standard Room

Spread along the edge of the cliff to allow for the most incredible views, our accommodation consists of circular, double-storey, whitewashed “rondavels” (traditional circular buildings with conical thatched roofs), which include their own small veranda. The interior décor echoes the blue of the lake and the pink of its flamingos. Behind each bed hangs a spectacular hand-woven rug, while furnishings and fittings reflect traditional Maasai beadwork.

Room Facilities

  • Coffee/tea making station
  • Bath amenities
  • Veranda
  • Welcome amenity
  • Robe and slippers
  • One king or two twin beds for a double room; triple rooms available upon request
  • Hair dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Work desk and chair
  • Safe

Losmingori Suite

Treat yourself to an exclusive stay in this elegant suite, which overlooks Lake Manyara and Losimingori Mountain. The Losimingori Suite offers a level of sophistication rarely seen in safari lodges. Decor throughout the accommodation features colour palette of sky blue and dusky pink, echoing the hues of the lake below. The spacious bedroom is impeccably appointed with a king-sized double bed with a walk-in mosquito net, sumptuous furnishings, a dressing area and a marble ensuite bathroom. A separate sitting room provides panoramic views and offers fully stocked mini-bar, a digital multi-channel TV and a direct-dial telephone. The room also boasts a generous balcony overlooking the “vanishing horizon” (infinity) pool. 24-hour room service is available, and fruit and wine is laid out to welcome you. The suite is set slightly apart from our other accommodations, and enjoys its own private access.

Room Facilities

  • Minibar
  • Separate sitting room
  • Balcony
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Mini-bar
  • Premium bath amenities
  • Pillow-top king bed
  • Coffee/tea making station
  • Welcome amenity
  • Robe and slippers
  • Free WiFi
  • Hair dryer
  • Work desk and chair
  • Safe

Hotel Amenities

  • A selection of ensuite rooms and suites
  • Central dining room and bar
  • Outside dining terrace
  • Poolside bar
  • Swimming pool and pool deck
  • Bush dinner site within the grounds
  • Tented conference room
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking

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Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp

Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp

About this Property

Lake Manyara Tortilis Camp is made up of an impressive row of fully furnished tents sitting proudly at the foot of the Great African Rift Valley Escarpment, perfectly appointed to gaze over the vast expanse of Lake Manyara. It’s easy to succumb to the enticing sofa and chair in an exclusive game watching area in your tent, a serene space to sit back and marvel at the birds dancing over the lake or a troop of elephants passing by.

Wildlife surrounds the camp. Expect to hear the roaring of lions and to receive visits from hyena and buffalo. Bird lovers, feast your eyes on the many species of migratory storks, ibis, pelicans, as well as over 90 more species including thousands of flamingoes which have made the lake their home for much of the year along with eagles, hornbills, kingfishers and weavers.

Over two-thirds of the park is covered by water, so a guided walking tour is a must. Being so close to the hippos and elephants on foot is a thrill, while bird spotting so close to the lake provides the most colourful of spectacles. Waking up in Lake Manyara to experience the sunrise over the lake you’ll feel you’ve discovered a lesser-known treasure of Northern Tanzania.

Accommodation

Tortilis tents are always a surprise to our visitors who feel more like they are in a comfortable lodge than in a simple tent. they’ve put a lot of thought and creativity into the layout and interior design, as well as the decoration, materials, fabrics and items that each of our tents are created from. The result is a unique East African, spacious and comfortable space to feel welcome in for the duration of your Tortilis Experience.

Room Facilities

  • Wifi
  • Radio Call
  • Socket
  • Hot & Cool Water
  • Insect Repellent & Air Freshener
  • Toiletries (25ml of Soap, Shampoo, Body Cream, Body Wash
  • Ensuite Toilet
  • Mosquito Net

Hotel Amenities

  • WiFi
  • Solar-Generated Power
  • Tents

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