Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge 

Crater rim views

This stone lodge emerges from the hillside on the rim of the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater.

Seemingly rising out of the natural environment, the Ngorongoro Serena’s design is inspired by the nearby prehistoric site of Olduvai Gorge. This traditional stone lodge sits in a wonderful spot on the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater rim, far enough away to soak up the far-reaching views but close enough to clearly see Lake Magadi in all its glory.

Despite being one of the larger lodges in the region, the design makes it almost disappear into the surrounding landscape. All facilities and rooms are housed in one long low-rise building. The split-level dining room and bar has floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the incredible views far below.

Why we love Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

  • The unique design is inspired by nearby Olduvai Gorge

  • Take in the crater views from your rock-enclosed balcony

  • Set off early into the crater and enjoy a specially laid-out breakfast on the crater floor

  • To learn about the flora and fauna, you can take a walk of the crater rim with a local Maasai guide

4 stars
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is perched directly on the western crater rim of the incredible Ngorongoro Crater
It’s a 4-hour drive from Arusha

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Board
  • Spas & wellness
  • Activities
  • Sustainability

The split-level dining room and bar has floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the incredible views far below. It’s warm and inviting with a roaring fire and offers impressively varied buffets for breakfast and lunch and the choice from a set menu at dinner time.

Whats Included

Full Board • Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the restaurant • Park fees.

Many of the treatments at the Maisha Spa use African ingredients. Expect body polishes using Kalahari melon and marula and an African massage using a gourd to relieve tension.

Watch the Maasai herding their cattle down the steep crater walls, join a guided nature walk around the crater rim, go on safari on the crater floor or visit the important palaeontology site of Olduvai Gorge. At the lodge you can join a cooking lesson and learn some words in Swahili.

(delete as applicable) Full Board Package • Breakfast, lunch and dinner • Park fees OR Lodge Package • Breakfast, lunch and dinner • Shared daily game drives • Park fees • Airstrip transfers

With their location within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, they are committed to protecting their environment. Waste is recycled, produce is sourced locally and they have installed inverter systems. They support their local community through employment, have created a tree planting project at Oloirobi Primary School and they support Maasai women who sell their handicrafts at the lodge.

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