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WELCOME TO Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge - stay right on the edge of the Ngorongoro CraterTanzania’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.
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 breathtaking 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.
Room
The 75 rooms are built out of rock along the crater rim and each has a balcony giving absolutely stunning views out over the volcanic crater below. The buildings are linked by arched stone passages, while the walls are decorated with prehistoric cave paintings. A permanent fire glows in the rock dining room and flares light the way between the rooms. This is a truly unique lodge. All rooms have Wi-Fi access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary bottled water.
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dining
DiningELEGANT DINING WITH NGORONGORO CRATER VIEWSThe Main Restaurant at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is beautifully designed in the traditional style and décor of Tanzania to create an enchanting dining experience. Savour a delightful range of local and international cuisines crafted from the finest and freshest meats, produce and ingredients.Featuring charming stone-built architecture, a glowing fireplace and walls adorned with prehistoric cave paintings and flickering torchlight, the elegant yet relaxed dining space is ideal for any taste and occasion. Floor-to-ceiling windows and double doors leading out on to an expansive terrace complement each meal with panoramic views of the Ngorongoro Crater.Breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style and feature a wide range of international choices. In typical safari style, we offer a full English breakfast as well as European options while our lunch menus include meat, poultry, fish and vegetarian options. Our table d’hôte dinner menus feature a salad buffet, soup, entrée, pudding, cheese and biscuits and tea or coffee. Vegetarian options are always available. The majority of our meat and dairy products, as well as our fruits and vegetables, are sourced from local communities.Kindly note that our restaurant caters to any special dietary requirements our guests may have.Breakfast: 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 am
Recreation
ExperiencesA UNIQUE NGORONGORO SAFARIAt Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, our stunning setting on the rim of the ancient Ngorongoro Crater provides a gateway to unforgettable adventures and excursions. Enjoy a wide range of activities, from game drives on the Crater plains to guided nature walks, bush dining experiences, visits to Maasai villages and cattle markets, and much, much more.
Crater Lunch
CRATER LUNCHBecause entrance to the Crater is strictly limited – and also because there is so much to see – many guests prefer to ta…
Crater Game Drives
Crater Game DrivesDescend to the floor of the Crater for game viewing drives. Often described as the “Eighth Wonder Of The World,” t…
Olduvai Gorge
Take a day trip to Olduvai Gorge. Also known as the “Cradle of Mankind,” it is one of the most important and controversial Palaeolithic fi…
Crater Breakfast
CRATER BREAKFASTOne of the highlights of the Crater visit, the bush breakfast is an experience not to be missed. Typically, guests are awakened…
Sundowners on the Crater Rim
SUNDOWNERS ON THE CRATER RIM An essential part of traditional safari life, the concept of having drinks whilst watching the sun go down d…
Guided Nature Walks around the Crater Rim
Enjoy an easy 90-minute wildlife walk around the lodge and Crater rim with our resident naturalist. On this purely educational tour, you will see an a…
Crater Lunch
CRATER LUNCHBecause entrance to the Crater is strictly limited – and also because there is so much to see – many guests prefer to take lunch on the Crater floor. This can be provided as a picnic, which can be enjoyed in one of the forest clearings, or as a full cooked lunch, which is typically cooked and served in the acacia groves. Before and after lunch, the guests are then free to enjoy extensive game drives around the Crater floor.
View on mapCrater Game Drives
Crater Game DrivesDescend to the floor of the Crater for game viewing drives. Often described as the “Eighth Wonder Of The World,” the Ngorongoro Crater is a spectacular natural sanctuary for over 25,000 animals, including the black rhino. It is also a conservation area inhabited by the Maasai tribe.
View on mapOlduvai Gorge
Take a day trip to Olduvai Gorge. Also known as the “Cradle of Mankind,” it is one of the most important and controversial Palaeolithic finds in recent history.
View on mapCrater Breakfast
CRATER BREAKFASTOne of the highlights of the Crater visit, the bush breakfast is an experience not to be missed. Typically, guests are awakened by a very early morning cup of tea; they then set off down the steeply winding road that leads to the Crater floor. After a game drive through primeval forests and acacia groves, the guests arrive by the selected spot where a spectacular cooked breakfast is served. After breakfast, the game drive continues around the 120 km of roads that circle the lakes, forests and plains of this unique conservation area.
View on mapSundowners on the Crater Rim
SUNDOWNERS ON THE CRATER RIM An essential part of traditional safari life, the concept of having drinks whilst watching the sun go down dates back to the time of the great safaris of the 1920's, all of which featured the serving of elegant ‘bush' cocktails against the unforgettable backdrop of the African sunset. Timed to commence as the sun starts its descent, which on the Equator is usually around 6 pm, the Ngorongoro sundowner begins with a gentle drive to a scenic spot on the rim of the Crater, where chairs, lamps, campfire and bush bar with cocktail snacks will already have been set up. Musical entertainment can also be provided.
View on mapGuided Nature Walks around the Crater Rim
Enjoy an easy 90-minute wildlife walk around the lodge and Crater rim with our resident naturalist. On this purely educational tour, you will see an array of bird species, wildlife and plants and flowers while enjoying spectacular views of the Crater floor below. Morning and evening walks are offered.
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Location
When you stay at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge in Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you'll be within the vicinity of Lake Magadi. The lodge sits on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater with spectacular views of the Crater below.
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TraveinArtist
Fantastic view, beautiful rooms, but the box lunch was disappointing
An outstanding feature of the lodge is the view. We arrived just in time to see the sunset. Our room, and it appeared that a good portion of rooms, have a great view! This hotel was larger than many...
Brenda K
Sitting on the edge of a Crater
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MirekPurzycki
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge, great hotel.
We spent three nights at Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge. The hotel located on a hill guarantees a wonderful view of the crater. Fantastic room, restaurant and bar too. Excellent service also deserves...
