The small Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp is nestled in a lovely ancient acacia grove at the rim of the beautiful Ngorongoro Crater. A key advantage of staying at Lemala Ngorongoro is the quick and easy drive down to the crater floor in the morning, as it is located next to the quiet Lemala crater access road on the eastern side; Lemala guests usually have an hour’s head start over those descending via the far busier Seneto crater access road on the western rim. Game drives from camp can begin as early as 6.15 a.m., and visitors can be down among Ngorongoro’s plentiful wildlife on the ground in as little as 10-15 minutes – ideal for photographers seeking the best light.
Escorted treks into the forest and along the crater rim with an armed ranger and Maasai guide are also available.
