Jan
Green seasonWildlife: Green landscapes and good birdlife in the crater.
Green landscapes and good birdlife in the crater.
Ngorongoro Lion's Paw
Ngorongoro, Tanzania
Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Tented camp
Mid-range · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
Photo: Karibu Camps & Lodges · Source ↗
All inclusive (AI)
Breakfast, Lunch and 5 more
4 room types
Double Room, Twin Room, Family Suite and 1 more
All ages welcome
Family rooms available
By air
1 hr from Manyara Airstrip
From about A$730
per person / night, sharing
Overview
About Ngorongoro Lion's Paw
Ngorongoro Lion's Paw sits among trees on the eastern rim of the crater, with views towards Lake Magadi from its bar and lounge. Its position puts the crater entrance about ten minutes away, making it a practical base for early starts. Accommodation ranges from double and twin rooms to family and honeymoon suites, with interconnecting family rooms for travelling together. The all-inclusive plan covers breakfast, lunch, dinner and house drinks, while park and concession fees are separate. Open throughout the year, the camp pairs crater wildlife with a forested setting and cool evenings on the rim.
“A useful choice for families and couples who want early access to the crater without giving up a comfortable suite and a quiet bar overlooking the caldera.”
Best for
FamiliesHoneymooners
Known for
What you can expect to see
ElephantRhinoBuffaloWildebeestLeopard
A forested crater-rim setting with views towards Lake Magadi and access to elephants, black rhinos and other Ngorongoro wildlife.
Your stay
What's included
Board: All inclusive (AI)
Special offer: The 2026 tariff offers 10% off for groups of at least ten guests, or for circuit stays of at least five nights. The discounts cannot be combined.
Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- House wines
- Local spirits and beers
- Soft drinks, juices and water
- Mosquito netting
Not included
- Park fees
- Concession fees
Park fees and concession or camping fees are charged separately.
Optional extras (at a cost)
Extra activities and premium drinks cost extra.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Bar
- Lounge
In your room
- En-suite bathroom
- Safe
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Double RoomPrivate en-suite bathroom, Private balcony
- Twin Room
- Family SuiteTwo interconnecting rooms, Shared lounge
- Honeymoon suiteKing-size bed, Sitting area, En-suite bathroom
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- Manyara Airstrip
- 1 hr transfer
- Ngorongoro Lion's Paw
- How you arrive
- By air · 1 hr from Manyara Airstrip
- Transfers
- The drive from Arusha is about 190 kilometres and takes around three hours. Manyara Airstrip is about one hour from the camp.
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 14:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Children
- All ages welcome. Family rooms available
- Single travellers
- A single supplement applies
- Accepted currencies
- USD, TZS
- Power
- Solar power
When to go
Best time to visit
- January: Green season
- February: Green season
- March: Green season
- April: Green season
- May: Green season
- June: Dry season, best game viewing
- July: Dry season, best game viewing
- August: Dry season, best game viewing
- September: Dry season, best game viewing
- October: Dry season, best game viewing
- November: Green season
- December: Green season
- Dry season, best game viewing
- Green season
Month-by-month notes
Feb
Green seasonWildlife: Green landscapes and good birdlife in the crater.
Green landscapes and good birdlife in the crater.
Mar
Green seasonWildlife: Long rains, misty scenery and fewer vehicles in the crater.
Long rains, misty scenery and fewer vehicles in the crater.
Apr
Green seasonWildlife: Long rains, misty scenery and fewer vehicles in the crater.
Long rains, misty scenery and fewer vehicles in the crater.
May
Green seasonWildlife: Long rains, misty scenery and fewer vehicles in the crater.
Long rains, misty scenery and fewer vehicles in the crater.
Jun
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Clearer views and reliable Big Five viewing in the crater.
Clearer views and reliable Big Five viewing in the crater.
Jul
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Clearer views and reliable Big Five viewing in the crater.
Clearer views and reliable Big Five viewing in the crater.
Aug
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Clear visibility and strong wildlife viewing in the crater.
Clear visibility and strong wildlife viewing in the crater.
Sep
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Clear visibility and strong wildlife viewing in the crater.
Clear visibility and strong wildlife viewing in the crater.
Oct
Dry season, best game viewingWildlife: Strong crater wildlife viewing; short rains can begin on the rim.
Strong crater wildlife viewing; short rains can begin on the rim.
Nov
Green seasonWildlife: Greener crater scenery and flamingos on the lake.
Greener crater scenery and flamingos on the lake.
Dec
Green seasonWildlife: Greener crater scenery and flamingos on the lake.
Greener crater scenery and flamingos on the lake.
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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