Ngorongoro Wild Camp is a permanent luxury tented camp located in the southern part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, approximately 50 km southwest of Karatu Town, Tanzania.
The camp offers a comfortable and authentic wilderness experience with a perfect blend of luxury and nature. It features 20 spacious luxury tents and 6 cottages, along with a large dining and reception area, providing guests with a memorable stay in a serene bush setting.
Accommodations
Ngorongoro Wild Camp provides comfortable luxury tents and cottages designed with contemporary amenities. Many accommodations are semi-tent, semi-stone structures with private balconies offering beautiful views facing the bush. Guests enjoy a true sense of being immersed in the wild while benefiting from modern comfort.
Dining & Bar
The camp features a multi-cuisine restaurant and an African-themed bar. The kitchen team prepares delicious meals and happily accommodates special dietary requests (such as vegetarian, kosher, or gluten-free) with advance notice.
Highlights include:
Sundowner cocktails
Bush breakfasts at private scenic sites
Bush barbecue lunches and dinners
Traditional Maasai barbecue
Facilities & Activities
Guests can enjoy various facilities and experiences, including:
Wi-Fi access
Fireplace for cozy evenings
Cold and hot towel service
Gift shop
A range of activities is available, such as:
Game drives
Nature walks and bird watching
Bushmen tours
Cultural dances and acrobatic shows
Video shows
Access
Ngorongoro Wild Camp is easily accessible:
By Road: Approximately 190 km (3–4 hours’ drive) from Arusha via Makuyuni, Mtowambu, and Karatu.
By Air: 45 minutes from Arusha Airport to Lake Manyara Airstrip, which is about 45 km from the camp.
Meet-and-greet services and private transfers can be arranged with advance notice of arrival details.
Ngorongoro Wild Camp delivers a genuine bush experience with warm hospitality, excellent food, and convenient access to the Ngorongoro Crater and surrounding attractions, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking comfort in the heart of the wilderness.