Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Perched on the rim of the caldera, Ngorongoro Serena Lodge features 75 comfortable guest rooms built with local stone, each featuring uninterrupted views over the Ngorongoro Crater.
Perched on the rim of the caldera, Ngorongoro Serena Lodge is constructed out of local stone to harmonise with its surrounding landscape. Its interiors recall the crater’s prehistoric past, with a central fireplace, cave paintings and glowing torches. There are 75 comfortable guest rooms built with rock, each featuring brass lamps, wildwood mirrors and embossed leather headboards. They all also boast balconies with uninterrupted views over the Ngorongoro Crater.
The split-level dining room and bar area have a full-length window overlooking the Crater floor, while double doors lead out onto a scenic terrace. If the weather permits, take the opportunity to enjoy dining out in the bush or to sip sundowner drinks in the open.
Maasai cultural performances are held nightly, while guests can enjoy excursions to traditional villages and to the cattle market. Other things to do at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge include daily game drives in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and guided nature walks around the rim of the crater. It is also possible to visit Olduvai Gorge and the Empakaai Crater, take cooking, traditional music and Swahili language lessons.
Location
How to get to Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge is 180km from Arusha, with transfers available by road (around 4 hours) and by air to the adjacent airstrip where a ‘meet and greet’ service can be arranged.
Activities at Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
- Game drives within the Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area
- Guided walking safaris
- Maasai village visits
- Excursions to the Empakaai Crater and Olduvai Gorge
- Bush dining and sundowner drinks
*Some activities are available at extra cost.
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge Highlights
- A rustic lodge built out of rock right on the Ngorongoro Crater rim
- African-inspired interiors and sweeping views of the landscape
- Daily game drives into the crater
- Cultural performances every evening
- An extensive choice of activities
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Luxury accommodation at the Ngorongoro Crater
Below are some of our preferred tented camps and safari lodges in the Ngorongoro Crater and Karatu regions. Please contact us to tailor accommodation options to suit the style of your trip and your budget.
Gibb’s Farm
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Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Lodge
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Kitela Lodge
Exclusive Kitela Lodge overlooks the eastern wall of the Ngorongoro Crater, lush coffee plantations and a cascading waterfall. Guests are accommodated in 20 beautiful romantic suites.
Ngorongoro Farm House
Featuring 52 beautiful ensuite rooms, Ngorongoro Farm House is reminiscent of an old colonial homestead with its tasteful decor, thatched roofs and tranquil flower gardens.
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Clinging to the edge of the rim, the exquisite Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is like something out of a fantasy. The property is renowned for its unique design and high standards of service.
Ngorongoro Serena Lodge
Perched on the rim of the caldera, Ngorongoro Serena Lodge features 75 comfortable guest rooms built with local stone, each featuring uninterrupted views over the Ngorongoro Crater.
Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp
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Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
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The Highlands Ngorongoro
Located the slopes of the Olmoti Volcano to the north of the Ngorongoro Crater, the Highlands Ngorongoro offers guests an exclusive wilderness experience with all the trimmings of a premium
Entamanu Ngorongoro
Entamanu Ngorongoro is located high on the caldera rim offers views of sunrise over the Ngorongoro Crater and sunset over the Serengeti plains. There are just 6 stunning canvas guest tents
The Manor at Ngorongoro
Nestled in hills to the south of the Ngorongoro Crater lies The Manor at Ngorongoro masterfully blends old-world Afro-European grandeur and service with modern-day East African style and hospitality.
Arusha Coffee Lodge
Situated on one of Tanzania’s largest coffee plantations, Arusha Coffee Lodge is the perfect haven for before or after an exciting safari
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