Ngorongoro Rim lodge by TNS
Description
Location: Ngorongoro Rim Lodge is ideally situated along the rim of the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, offering breathtaking panoramic views into one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The lodge enjoys a privileged position with easy access to the crater floor, making it a perfect base for game drives and exploration within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Rim Lodge features 26 elegantly designed deluxe rooms and prime rooms, all positioned to maximize views of the crater or surrounding highlands. Each room is spacious and thoughtfully appointed, featuring en-suite bathrooms with modern fittings, including solar-heated showers.
Rooms can be configured as double, twin, or triple, catering to both couples and families. Interiors are tastefully furnished with comfortable beds, seating areas, a writing desk, wardrobe, and private verandas that allow guests to fully immerse in the natural beauty of the surroundings.
Additional amenities include an in-room safe, WiFi access, tea & coffee making facilities, and essential comforts designed to enhance a relaxing stay in the highlands.
Facilities & Services: The lodge’s main area includes a welcoming lounge, bar, and restaurant, all designed to take full advantage of the dramatic crater views. Guests can enjoy a blend of comfort and nature while dining or relaxing after a day of safari.
Facilities include laundry services and curated guest experiences within the conservation area. The lodge maintains a strong commitment to sustainability, operating with eco-friendly practices including solar power supported by a standby generator.
Ngorongoro Rim Lodge combines comfort, location, and authentic safari ambiance, offering an unforgettable stay on the edge of one of Africa’s natural wonders.
Facts
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FAQ
The lodge is strategically located on the eastern rim, offering convenient access to the road that descends into the crater floor, maximizing your time exploring the wildlife-rich caldera.
Due to the high altitude (over 2,200 meters), temperatures on the rim can be cool to cold, especially at night and in the early morning. Pack warm layers, a fleece, a jacket, and a hat for game drives.
It combines high-end comfort and service (luxury) with responsible practices like solar energy, sustainable building materials, water recycling, and support for local communities (eco), ensuring a minimal environmental footprint.
The intimate, boutique nature of the lodge makes it best suited for couples, solo travelers, and small groups. Its quiet atmosphere and focus on sustainability are ideal for families with older children or teens.
The crater is a natural enclosure for an incredible density of animals. You have an excellent chance of seeing the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, black rhino), along with large herds of zebra and wildebeest, hippos, hyenas, and flamingos.
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Requires a minimum stay of 2 nights
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Location / Contacts
- Address : Ngorongoro, Arusha, Tanzania
- Phone : +255717590565
- Mail : info@bookings.tz
- Website : http://www.bookings.tz

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