Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge

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.

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

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.

Serengeti Heritage Luxury tented camp is located in the heart of Serengeti National Park, Seronera Area ,10 minutes from sereonera airstrip. Our Central Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp has been in progress since 01st February 2014 and it will operating throughout every year( permanent)

YOUR HOME IN THE HEART OF THE SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

The Traditional tented camp is by far the best choice to explore wildlife on a safari in Africa. There is nothing to compare with being in a luxurious cam in a beautiful setting with the sights and sounds of nature close by. You might want to come to Africa to see the wildlife and the beautiful African landscapes while being close to the rhythm of nature, the luxurious tented camp provides the perfect way to do so!

Serengeti Heritage Luxury Tented Camp provides its guests with the most authentic Africa experience due to its colonial, old days hunter’s camp ambience. Sitting snugly in a clearing surrounded by Acacia trees its 13 spacious walk-in tents creates an intimate atmosphere for only 40 guests while indulging them with the amenities of a big lodge, as all tents are equipped with running water, flush toilets, hot and cold water shower.

The friendly staff will go to their extremes to ensure that you have a wonderful, satisfying and memorable stay. Everything is done at your leisure. You decide how you want to spend your day at the camp and when to go for game drives in the Serengeti. Throughout your stay you will be serenaded by the resident wildlife.

In order to protect its amazing environment the camp runs entirely on solar energy in terms of electricity and hot water supply. A backup generator is only used to ensure electricity supply throughout rainy days.

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.

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

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.

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.