Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is a beautifully designed safari lodge perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania. Built from natural stone and camouflaged into the surrounding landscape, the lodge offers breathtaking crater views, comfortable accommodation, and direct access to one of the world’s most remarkable wildlife ecosystems.

Location

Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation Type

Lodge

Budget Category

Midrange Camp

Hotel rating

4.3 Stars based on 2,000+ Reviews

Best For

Adventure Travelers

Number of Rooms

79

Swimming Pool

Not Available

WiFi

Available

Family Friendly

Family friendly

Wheelchair

Not Accessible

Restaurant

Available

Bar/Lounge

Available

Spa

Available

Airstrip Transfer

Available

Why We Recommend Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge

We recommend Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge because it offers a rare combination of unbeatable crater rim views, strong mid-to-luxury comfort, and direct access to early morning Ngorongoro Crater game drives. It is one of the most strategically located lodges for maximizing wildlife viewing inside the crater.

Accommodation Overview

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge is located on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The lodge features approximately 75–80 stone-built rooms designed in a traditional African safari aesthetic, all facing the crater. Guests enjoy dramatic sunrise views, fine dining, guided safari services, and easy descent access into the crater floor for game drives.

Accommodation Highlights

Approximately 75–80 rooms and suites

Located on Ngorongoro Crater rim

Spectacular crater-facing views from all rooms

Stone-built architecture blending into landscape

Strong access to crater game drive descent road

Full-service safari lodge experience

Large restaurant with panoramic views

Bar/lounge overlooking the crater

Spa and wellness services available

One of Tanzania’s most iconic safari lodges

Room Types

Crater View Room

25–32 sqm
2
1 Double Bed or 2 Twin Beds

Superior Crater View Room

32–40 sqm
3
1 King Bed + Optional Extra Bed

Family Room

45–60 sqm
4
1 Double Bed + 2 Single Beds

Suite

60–80 sqm
2
1 King Bed

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