Family Safari Holidays

Having opened in October 2018 in the fabulous Eastern Serengeti, Lemala Nanyukie matches the same outstanding standards of comfort and service as the other properties in Lemala’s luxury collection, which includes the Serengeti’s Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge and Lemala Mpingo Ridge in Tarangire together with Hamerkop House by Lemala in Arusha.

Meaning ‘endless plains’ in the Maasai language, the Serengeti is undoubtedly one of the world’s most celebrated wilderness areas. Lemala Nanyukie is located a 60-minute drive east of the Seronera Airstrip in the park’s central region, and is superbly located with outstanding views across these fascinating ‘endless plains’. The camp itself sits on a grassy savanna dotted with rocky kopjes and shaded by ancient giant acacia trees.

This area of the Serengeti is crossed by the thrilling wildlife spectacle of the annual wildebeest migration, but also has high-density game-viewing at all times and is well-known for its large concentration of cats, so much so that until recently this area was set aside for scientific research into predators, especially cheetah. As such, Lemala Nanyukie is open year-round, and safari activities like game drives and walks will be accompanied by Lemala’s highly-knowledgeable and experienced guides.

The view of the cradled Lake Magadi in the crater’s base is a site to see from the lounge areas of our Eastern Rim Ngorongoro Crater accommodation, where you can sight large tusked elephants and endangered Black Rhinos with your binoculars from the comfort of the bar and lounge area of one of our 15 luxury suites. We are ten minutes away from the crater entrance to the crater floor; our location allows arranging your drive to the floor a tremendous advantage. Our bush meals in the dense forest will ensure a unique experience in the Ngorongoro, all accompanied by our luxurious amenities and hospitality. Our honeymoon suite is a favorite experience for many couples who have enjoyed the ultimate pleasures of Ngorongoro with us. Our family suites are spacious and welcoming to large and small families and groups. Neighboring our camp are the vibrant Maasai bomas that have lived in the area for generations and welcome you as a family into their homes and daily errands o enhance your knowledge and experience of Tanzania’s beauty and people.

Lemala Mpingo Ridge sits on top of an escarpment with sweeping views across the perennial Tarangire River and valley below and matches the same outstanding standards of comfort and service as the other properties in Lemala’s collection.

Being the sixth largest national park in Tanzania, Tarangire remains slightly off the main safari circuit but is a terrifically scenic park featuring classic African savannah, green hills, woodlands and rivers and is especially famous for its large herds of elephants, superb birdlife and giant baobab trees. Guests at Lemala Mpingo Ridge will enjoy a real sense of wilderness and excellent game viewing, and it’s both a relaxing standalone destination and a great place to start a safari that also combines Lemala properties in the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti.

Details and Amenities

Each of the 15 spacious tented suites have been carefully positioned to maximize not only the sensational views over the Tarangire valley but also to take advantage of cooling breezes during warm weather.

• The 15 tented suites feature en-suite bathrooms, private decks, sunken outside lounges that convert to afternoon siesta beds
• One of the suites has two bedrooms, especially designed for friends and family traveling together.
• A special feature is the private outside bathtub—perfect for soothing the soul and washing away the African dust after a day on safari.
• The elevated main lodge has a large lounge and bar, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a spa and swimming pool.
• Sundowners, early morning walks and game drives (and very special night time game drives) in new custom-designed closed vehicles accompanied by Lemala’s highly knowledgeable and experienced guides are some of the activities guests can look forward to during their stay

From the elegant wooden central platform where the Lake Burunge Tented Lodge restaurant stands it’s possible to watch the lakeshore waiting for the animals that come to drink there.

Because the camp is strategically located in the natural corridor between Manyara and Tarangire, so the spectacle of the migration it’s guaranteed. The camp is located 10 minutes from the entrance to the park known as Sangaiwe.

Accommodation

This camp is the perfect place to relax in comfort after a day of game drives in Tarangire, simply carried away by the breeze and the colors of the African sunset from your private terrace.

The lodge has a main building raised on a wood and concrete platform, with extraordinary views to the Tarangire National Park and to Lake Burunge, that includes an area to relax with comfortable sofas, outside and inside dining and a swimming pool. Every evening a camp fire is lit and guests can enjoy the sunset with drinks and appetizers. Weather permitting dinner will be served outside under the stars.

Nestled on the rim of the Great African Rift Valley with stunning views over Lake Manyara, Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day. The lodge is set on pristine lush green gardens and local vegetation with over 130 species of birds. “Lake Manyara Kilimamoja Lodge is 110 kms from Arusha, 15 kms from Mto wa Mbu Village, 7 kms from Lake Manyara Airport, 10 kms from Lake Manyara National Park.

Accommodations

All 50 Deluxe rooms and 2 bedroom luxury villas have panoramic views of the surrounding area. All rooms are tastefully decorated with all the amenities one would expect in a 5 star lodge, inclusive of inside and outside shower, bath, air conditioning, fire places, Wi-Fi, mini bar, safe and private balcony. The spectacular main house has all the luxuries including main lounge, grand hallway, dining room, spa, boutique, conference room, boardroom, media (TV) room, outside fire place, rim flow pool, billiard table, gym and children’s activity room.

Dining Experience

The Lodge provides five food and beverage options Acacia Restaurant, Simba Lounged Nyati Bar.

Welcome to Eileen’s Trees Inn in the ‘Crater Highlands’ town of Karatu. Eileen’s Trees Inn is owned and managed by Tanzanians who have been in the safari and hospitality business for many years.

Our mission is to provide our safari visitors comfortable accommodation at good value and a low price point.

We have 20 rooms En suite single, double, triple and family room is possible on request, our rooms are spacious and comfortable privately situated throughout lush gardens. Each room has twin beds or a large (queen size) bed with mosquito nets. Triples are possible on request. All rooms have a writing desk and seating on the veranda.

The bathrooms have a large shower with hot water on demand. Bottled drinking water is provided in every room.

Our own dedicated water source is a deep pure well to ensure your stay with us is healthy. We also provide bottled water in the rooms. Eileen’s guests rave about the food and service and we think you’ll agree with them.

Our lounge area, bar and dining room have the fun, rustic feeling of a tree house. We have ample garden seating to allow for peaceful relaxation surrounded by lovely trees and flowers.

Enjoy a refreshing dip in our swimming pool surrounded by a large deck, sun lounges and tables and chairs. Instead of a gift shop we invite the local women basket makers to come and display their wares for you to purchase.

We have an outdoor dining and meeting area near the main building

How fortunate we are to share this protected space with one of the most majestic tribes in the world – the proud Maasai, still living their ancient ways up in the thin crisp air of the Ngorongoro Highlands.

The Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp respects this space and incorporates the Maasai into much of the activities of this Tortilis Camp. Ngorongoro Tortilis Camp is a special oasis nestled under a forest canopy at the end of a valley. A magical place of dappled light, surrounded by the lushest green vegetation, and buzzing with an energy of this high altitude wonderland. Just 13km away is the Ngorongoro crater rim. The crater itself is a must-visit wonder of nature, but you’ll be happy to be staying away from the cold and mist which envelops the crater rim for much of the year.

This Tortilis Camp has many activities to enjoy. Join the Maasai staff for a hike to the top of Mount Makarot a steep and exciting challenge with a peak over 3100m and when you reach the summit enjoy the rewards with spectacular views of the Serengeti, a peek into the Ngorongoro crater, and, on a clear day, Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.

On offer too is an authentic Maasai wedding with the local tribe. A pulsating experience and unique spectacle with you and your partner at the very centre of it all.

Marera Valley Lodge, located on the outskirts of Karatu town about midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater, is close to the village of Rhotia. Convenient to the main road, this elegant lodge has stunning views over the valley to the hills beyond. We look forward to your visit when we can offer you true Tanzanian hospitality and a warm welcome.

Our large main building has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating areas with views to the pool and the beautiful nearby hills. Enjoy a drink or an alfresco lunch on the spacious verandah overlooking the pool. Relax in the bar and lounge area with a cosy fire in the cooler months and take your meals in the large dining room. You’ll find the welcoming reception area and gift shop here as well. The Rosemary Spa is located in a quiet corner of the garden and offers massage and other treatments for your relaxation. The cottages are set in lush tropical gardens and a walking path circumnavigates the extensive organic vegetable garden.

Our well-trained chefs take pride in creating a selection of tasty, healthy dishes, all from local produce sourced from our own garden as well as nearby farms and plantations.