“If there were one more thing I could do,it would be to go on safari once again.”
Karen Blixen
NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Visiting the Ngorongoro Crater is like stepping into an adventure movie: a huge forested crater teeming with lions, cheetahs and flamingos! Stretching out into this near-perfect blue-green volcanic crater, this is the densest place for wildlife in Africa. You only need to walk the crater wall with your guide to enter one of the most extraordinary habitats on the African continent. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area is said to be the best place to see the “big five”. Where else can you find the densest carnivores in Africa, as well as giant tusked elephants and fuchsia pink birds? The 25,000 large animals that live here in the most important and complete volcanic crater in the world, have earned the title of World Heritage and Seven Natural Wonders of Africa. Crossing the rim of the 610-meter (2000-foot) crater, overlooking the entire 264-square-kilometer (101-square-mile) crater, lush and lush, you can see the following wildlife for the first time: black rhino, hippopotamus, buffalo, zebra , Wildebeests, hyenas, jackals and gazelles-graze and sneak on the grasslands, acacia forests and swamps that fill the bottom of the volcano. It’s time to enter this extraordinary Garden of Eden and start a day of extraordinary discovery.
Even without its immense and varied wildlife population, the Ngorongoro Crater would be an unforgettable display of nature’s grandeur and beauty. Add in one of the largest concentrations of animals to be found anywhere and you have a not-to-be-missed safari experience.
HOTELS
ECONOMY
Country Lodge is located on the outskirts of Karatu, a picturesque rural town on a high cliff, between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, in the center of the green belt and farming community in northern Tanzania. Country Lodge Karatu symbolizes simple rural comfort, providing friendly and affordable accommodation in the heart of the rich and picturesque highlands of Tanzania. We are the ideal “stepping stones” to travel to the Ngorongoro Crater and other areas and other tourists visiting the area.
Bougainvillea Safari Lodge is located on the outskirts of Karatu, between Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater.
There are 32 cabins in our lush landscaped hotel. Ten rooms of five double cabins are located in the coffee garden. The remaining rooms are located around the pool area.
Each comfortable room has a king-size bed or two single beds with mosquito nets, a walk-in closet, a fireplace, a large bathroom with shower, and a terrace with views of the lush tropical garden. The triple rooms can be notified in advance, and two of the cottages can be used as family suites with connecting rooms.
MID-RANGE
It borders the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The barren land encourages us to develop the natural and primitive beauty that already exists and transform it into something more: a refuge, an oasis. Therefore, the idea of ”retiring in Ngorongoro” was developed.
We want to show the beauty and richness of Africa, those areas that are not always shown to the world, and we begin the first phase: bringing “life” to this place through a serious tree planting project, which also helps us to offset carbon. paw print. Planting more than 40,000 native trees is not an easy task, they are often trampled by elephants and the area lacks water and many seedlings are lost, but we insist on replanting, we buy water to irrigate the trees in the dry season … Success followed. Afforestation does not only bring this beautiful land to the next level; it brings many kinds of birds (hence we call it hotel birds), insects and other small animals. It has completely changed the weather here…you will experience this as you drive through dry and dusty roads and villages to this beautiful oasis.
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge faces west and always has a magnificent sunset. It is located at the highest point on the entire rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. It is located more than half a kilometer above the surface of the crater, and you can enjoy the unparalleled view of this huge crater takes the traditional African round house with a conical roof as its theme, and decorates the rich art and traditional African tapestries through rich wood carvings and sculptures. The cottage is in perfect harmony with its spectacular surroundings.
But the drama doesn’t just stay outdoors: it also flows through the two-level interior of the main building, all of which provide unparalleled spaciousness while somehow managing to combine the warmth and comfort of an atmosphere of almost magical welcome.
On the edge of the Ngorongoro crater, drive to the crater surface within 10 minutes. It is located under the acacia forest within the range of the volcanic crater at an altitude of 2600 meters.
Our smallest camp has 8 guest tents, including a 2-tent family unit, a lounge and a dining tent. Each guest tent has a private bathroom with shower, dressing table and toilet.
Upon request, a king-size bed or two single beds or triple beds can be provided. The lounge is a place to meet other travelers and share your Safari stories throughout the day, while enjoying a complementary cup of Tanzanian coffee or tea. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the dining tent, freshly prepared by our chefs every day. Bush TV (the local name for the campfire) is played when the weather permits.LUXURY
It borders the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The barren land encourages us to develop the natural and primitive beauty that already exists and transform it into something more: a refuge, an oasis. Therefore, the idea of ”retiring in Ngorongoro” was developed.
We want to show the beauty and richness of Africa, those areas that are not always shown to the world, and we begin the first phase: bringing “life” to this place through a serious tree planting project, which also helps us to offset carbon. paw print. Planting more than 40,000 native trees is not an easy task, they are often trampled by elephants and the area lacks water and many seedlings are lost, but we insist on replanting, we buy water to irrigate the trees in the dry season … Success followed. Afforestation does not only bring this beautiful land to the next level; it brings many kinds of birds (hence we call it hotel birds), insects and other small animals. It has completely changed the weather here…you will experience this as you drive through dry and dusty roads and villages to this beautiful oasis.
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge faces west and always has a magnificent sunset. It is located at the highest point on the entire rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. It is located more than half a kilometer above the surface of the crater, and you can enjoy the unparalleled view of this huge crater takes the traditional African round house with a conical roof as its theme, and decorates the rich art and traditional African tapestries through rich wood carvings and sculptures. The cottage is in perfect harmony with its spectacular surroundings.
But the drama doesn’t just stay outdoors: it also flows through the two-level interior of the main building, all of which provide unparalleled spaciousness while somehow managing to combine the warmth and comfort of an atmosphere of almost magical welcome.
On the edge of the Ngorongoro crater, drive to the crater surface within 10 minutes. It is located under the acacia forest within the range of the volcanic crater at an altitude of 2600 meters.
Our smallest camp has 8 guest tents, including a 2-tent family unit, a lounge and a dining tent. Each guest tent has a private bathroom with shower, dressing table and toilet.
Upon request, a king-size bed or two single beds or triple beds can be provided. The lounge is a place to meet other travelers and share your Safari stories throughout the day, while enjoying a complementary cup of Tanzanian coffee or tea. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the dining tent, freshly prepared by our chefs every day. Bush TV (the local name for the campfire) is played when the weather permits.SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Everything about the Serengeti National Park is endless. Its vast meadow seems to stretch beyond the horizon. Millions of wildebeest are also advancing in the Great Migration – this is the largest movement of animals on the planet.
This is the most epic Africa. More than any other park on the planet. More than 2 million wildebeest, zebra and gazelle are migrating, navigating ancient natural cycles, amazed by tourists. The river here is full of crocodiles and hippos, and 500 species of birds fly overhead.
When you portray Africa, what may come to mind is the big picture of the Serengeti: a vast grassland, inhabited by a large number of elephants, hyenas, jackals, wolves, wild dogs, honey badgers and seven types of mongooses.
In this endless golden plain, the “Big Five”, such as buffalo and black rhinos, are readily available. The Serengeti Forest is home to a wide variety of baboons and monkeys.
The park is very spectacular and has been named one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of Africa” and one of the “Ten Natural Tourist Wonders of the World”. It has also been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But perhaps the name “Serengeti” comes from the Maasai word “siringet” or “endless plains” and best describes the wonder people feel at the oldest and most popular park in Tanzania.
THE REGIONS OF SERENGETI
Though most imagine the plains as the Serengeti, this immense reserve is actually divided into three eco-regions.
- The Serengeti plains:
These are the great treeless expanses of grassland in the south which most think of as typifying the park. Here the wildebeest breed from roughly December to May. You’ll find other hoofed animals here like zebra, gazelle, impala, hartebeest, buffalo and waterbuck.
- Western Corridor:
This area is mostly known for the Grumeti River and its surrounding forests, where crocodiles, monkeys, hippos and eagles dwell.
- The Northern Serengeti
This area is primarily open woodlands and hills. Though not heavily visited, this region is a good environment to spot elephant and giraffe.
The vast Serengeti ecosystem is one of the planet’s oldest, its vegetation and wildlife are little different than they appeared a million years ago.
The area is a prehistoric cradle for mankind as well. Early man inhabited the nearby Olduvai Gorge about 2 million years ago. Signs of early tool making, and other artifacts have been found here.
LODGES
ECONOMY
ThornTree Camp is a classic tent-style safari camp, located in the Seronera area of the Serengeti National Park, about fifteen minutes from the Seronera airstrip and visitor center. The camp is open year-round; it offers traditional Tanzanian hospitality and cuisine. Camp is permanently located in the Seronella Valley in the middle of the Serengeti. Due to the continuous water supply, this is the home of wildlife throughout the year. The area is famous for observing lions, leopards and large herds of elephants. From the campsite, you can overlook the classic scenery of Banagher Mountain and the Serengeti Plain.
MID-RANGE
Kirurumu Serengeti Central Camp is a charming mobile camp that relocates seasonally to take full advantage of the vast Serengeti. The camp is used as a base, a springboard for an early morning safari park, a rest time for a good lunch, a hot respite from a hot day, and the end of a day of adventure where you can exchange stories by the campfire. As a small and private camp, the staff can only receive a very limited number of guests, so the level of care and service is always excellent.
In June, the campsite moved around the picturesque and unusually beautiful Morukopujes. Morro is a unique location for the Serengeti Rhino Project, and with the permanent waters of the area, it has a large population of León, the area is not crowded, and it is more remote and private. The residents’ games are very rich, that’s why there are so many lions. Migration may or may not pass through the area in June, and the migration pattern is difficult to determine in advance, depending on weather patterns and the availability of water for large herds. Serengeti Plain.
Kirurumu Serengeti North Camp is a luxurious mobile camp that relocates seasonally to take full advantage of the vast Serengeti. The camp is used as a base, a springboard for an early morning safari park, a rest time for a good lunch, a hot respite from a hot day, and the end of a day of adventure where you can exchange stories by the campfire. As a small and private camp, the staff can only receive a very limited number of guests, so the level of care and service is always excellent. The entire camp can be reserved exclusively for your private gatherings.
This seasonal camp is open from June to October every year, and we are in Sonzo, a classic and beautiful private place in Kogatende. We are not permanent, considering that migration is unpredictable, but it can always be reached from our camp, so we consider our seasonal and general area of camp location as the most strategic. We generally avoid the most crowded areas and use our excellent knowledge and years of experience to locate them in areas that are not as crowded but are very beneficial to wildlife.
Serengeti Sopa Lodge is located on the edge of a cliff overlooking the plains of the southwestern part of Serengeti National Park. It is home to thousands of wild and rare animals and is located in an area with extraordinary natural beauty. An oasis of cool and relaxing under the equatorial sun. The lodge allows guests to experience magnificent scenery, enjoy interaction with land and animals that are hard to find elsewhere, while enjoying the highest level of cuisine and hospitality.LUXURY
Mbalageti Tented Lodge is very charming and can accommodate up to 80 guests. The rooms are very nice, the main area is comfortable and warm. As wildebeests, zebras and antelopes migrated to Kenya’s Masai Mara in search of greener pastures, its location made it the best place to stay during the Great Migration. The lodge is located in the Western Serengeti Corridor, about a half-hour drive from Grumeti Airstrip, and a two-and-a-half hour flight from Arusha. Although the camp’s immigration is seasonal, there are some gorgeous residential games, and As you move northward around June, you will see the migration. The camp is also very suitable for a hot air balloon flight from Grumetti. View of Dutwa Pla Camp
This luxurious campsite is located in the Seronella area, in the central part of the famous Serengeti National Park of Tanzania, near the famous Moru kopjes and Lake Magadi. The campground is situated between Rongai Hills and Nyaroboro Hills, just a few meters from the banks of the Mbalageti / Seronera river, where there is a lot of wildlife (including the main five) and hippo ponds located a few meters from the campsite. .
This campground is strategically located to ensure that our guests can reach all areas of Serengeti, including the famous small village of Marseille, Olduvai Gorge Museum, Ceroneira and the Grumetti River and other legendary attractions. It is designed with modern African decorative style, creating a fresh and light atmosphere, but at the same time very warm, with just the right sense of luxury. Guests can watch the Great Migration show in a comfortable tent.
