Set in an ancient acacia forest close to the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, is the tented camp Lemala Ngorongoro. For those looking for a more private experience of the Crater and still wishing to be located on the rim itself this is the place to stay.
The camp has 9 spacious tents that are positioned carefully to provide privacy and with minimal impact on the pristine forest environment. The Crater can get chilly in the evenings so your queen-size bed has a winter weight duvet and hot water bottle. The roomy 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, you can gather around the campfire to exchange tales of the day's safari followed by a hearty meal.
Special offer: Stay for 5 nights or more and receive a 22% discount. Stay 7 nights and receive a 25% discount. Honeymoon offer: Stay a minimum of 6 nights and the bride receives 50% off their accommodation. These offers are valid during June, October 2025 - May 2026 & excludes 20 December 2025 - 05 January 2026. Terms and conditions apply.
High concentration of game and amazing Big 5 sightings in the crater
Quick and easy access to the Ngorongoro Crater floor
A secluded tented experience away from the crowds
Maasai escorted walks into the forest and along the crater rim
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9 Tents
6 Years +
Open All Year
All Inclusive
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"Get in before the crowds and stay later, it's a 10 min drive to the crater floor, giving you an hour's head start over others descending and ascending via the far busier Seneto crater access road on the western rim."
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Baker Patton, 30th October 2024
holiday to Lemala Ngorongoro
While this was the most rustic of places we stayed on our trip, we still really enjoyed it! The staff were wonderful and welcoming. We enjoyed the restaurant and spending evenings by the fire. The location is great for seeing the Ngorongoro Crater.
Great experience to be in the Crater and the tented camp. Amazing to have elephants visiting in the camp - all felt very safe despite being in the middle of the wildlife.
It was great, though we wish the property had a view for the downtime in the afternoons. The crater was very crowded, and it took us a lot of travel time to include this stay. We still loved it, but we kind of wish we had an extra day in the Serengeti and one more day on the trip if we were to incl…
Our first talking shower! The view outside the room was the least impressive compared to the other places we stayed, but the staff here was awesome. The crater was crowded with trucks and tourists, but we’re so glad you arranged this camp. The first few hours of the game drive were great. However, …
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9 Tents
6 Years +
Open All Year
All Inclusive
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Kids Bushcraft
Natural Wonders
