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Opened in Dec 2013, the lodge is Tanzania's newest base for game viewing in Ndutu and southeastern Serengeti. A true African safari experience with unique blend of nature and luxurious living, lodge offers 22 guest tents with wooden floor raised a metre off the ground and set 15m from each other for privacy, all nestling underneath palm fronds roofing for shade and protection against the elements. The lodge boasts of two suites, specially designed to suit families with children.
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Our favorite accommodation of the trip was an incredible highlight that truly captured the essence of an authentic safari. The location was perfect, immersing us in the heart of nature while offering clean, comfortable tents that we absolutely loved. Hearing hyenas and buffalo just outside our tent in the evenings was an unforgettable experience! The staff was exceptional, from the warm and friendly Maasai escorts to the talented cooks and attentive waiters. A special thank you to Alfredo and Muhamed from the F&B team for their outstanding hospitality and warm welcome. This stay was everything we dreamed of and more—a perfect blend of adventure, comfort, and care.
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Date of stay: December 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded Feb 16, 2025
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge was the highlight of your safari and that you truly experienced the magic of the wild. The sounds of hyenas and buffalo at night certainly make for an unforgettable adventure! Our team takes great pride in ensuring every guest feels welcomed and well cared for, so we’re thrilled that our Maasai escorts, talented chefs, and attentive waiters made your stay special. Alfredo and Muhamed will be especially pleased to hear your kind words! We hope to welcome you back for another incredible safari experience in the future. Until then, we wish you many more exciting travels! Best regards, Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge Team
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Arriving to the joy of people playing the famous Tanzanian songs and having the most customer friendly people for 2 nights was genuinely a very special experience. The rooms were top notch being in the middle of the serengeti, with a mix of luxury, great food and top notch service. We celebrated New Year’s Eve here which they did absolutely perfect, the breakfast, packed lunches and dinner were amazing. They were able to answer my request of gluten intolerance which I honestly didn’t have any expectations for, and it turned out it was the best gluten free bread and cookies i had ever had. Had to ask for the recipe.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded Feb 16, 2025
Dear Maxim, Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that your stay at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge was a 10/10 experience and that you enjoyed the warm Tanzanian welcome, luxurious accommodations, and exceptional service. Celebrating New Year’s Eve with you was truly special, and we’re delighted that our team made it a memorable one with delicious meals and thoughtful touches. We’re especially happy that we could accommodate your gluten-free needs and that you loved our bread and cookies – we’ll be sure to pass your compliments to the chef! We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable stay in the Serengeti. Until then, safe travels and asante sana! Best regards, Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge Team
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We spent time here in February, which is when the wildebeest migration is nearby, so this location was excellent for all sorts of animal sightings! We were able to see thousands of wildebeests just minutes from our lodge. We were also fortunate enough to have a pride of ~15 lions that was steps away from the lodge. Given the excellent location of the lodge, we had giraffes visiting our room, as well as multiple water buffalo overnight while the lions talked throughout the night nearby.
The lodge amenities were nice and included the main area that was made up of the pool, bar area, dinner area, and lodge shop. The rooms were quite spacious and each one had a front porch that allowed for lounging. Our room also had a ceiling fan in it, which was the first time we had seen this during our safari - it was a huge advantage during some hot days/nights!
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Date of stay: February 2025
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from TNS Hospitality, Sales at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge
Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the prime location of Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge and got to witness the incredible wildlife up close—especially the wildebeest migration and the nearby pride of lions! It’s always a magical experience to have giraffes and buffalo right outside your room, truly making the Ndutu come alive. We’re also delighted that you appreciated our lodge’s amenities, from the pool and bar to the spacious rooms with private porches. The ceiling fan is indeed a great touch for added comfort, and we’re happy to hear it made a difference during your stay. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable safari adventure! Best regards, Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge Team
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We were a tour group of 30 and stayed 3 nights (room 2 wonderful) - best of the entire 11 day Safari! The “tents” are beyond spectacular, location stunning and just yards from the great migrating herds, food just lovely and service over the top. What I mean by that is the genuine warmth, kindness, welcome and attentiveness was perfect and gracious. But most of all it was Ronald, head of Housekeeping, who sought to make sure everyone was comfortable and safe - he anticipated needs and quietly and expertly provided with sincere hospitality. For me at my age and the cost makes it a once in a lifetime experience- all the more memorable because of Mr. Ronald.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded Mar 9, 2023
Dear valued guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge on Tripadvisor. We are thrilled to hear that your tour group had such an amazing time during your stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our luxurious tents, stunning location, delicious food and outstanding service. We take great pride in offering our guests the best possible experience and are glad that we met your expectations. We are also thrilled to hear that Ronald, our head of housekeeping, went above and beyond to ensure that you and your group were comfortable and safe. We will be sure to share your kind words with him and the rest of our staff, as it serves as a great motivation for all of us to continue providing the best service possible. We appreciate your kind words about our lodge and we are glad that we were able to make your once in a lifetime experience even more memorable. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you and your group back to our lodge in the future. Warm regards, TNS Hospitality
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We enjoyed having dinners and breakfasts at the beautiful restaurant of Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge because Fred was very attentive and provided top notch service during our 2-night stay there. The food was delicious and prepared with care. So, 5 stars are for Fred and the chefs.
We did not feel the hospitality at our orientation. The manager was nowhere to be seen throughout our visit. The beds are comfortable but the room is very dark and old styled. The sticky rat trap in the bathroom was a warning sign. They also obviously have insect problems because every day when we were at dinner, they would close all the windows and spray insecticide throughout the room. The noxious smells were annoying to say the least. We also were surprised that we could not have breakfasts and dinners with our safari guide which was important to us to go through our plans. That’s why I gave one star in this review. If we visit Ndutu in the near future, we will choose another accommodation.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from TNS Hospitality, Sales at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge
Responded Apr 26, 2023
Dear Wendy K, Thank you for taking the time to share with us your experience at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge. We greatly appreciate your feedback. Insects and rodents are part of the wildlife in Ndutu, and the best we can do is to keep them away from guest rooms and lodge public areas. Please accept our apologies for the scent of the insect spray which we will try to keep as odorless as possible. Lighting at the lodge is by solar power, and, in response to your comment, it is in our plans to provide more light in the guest rooms. The safari crew (drivers & guides) have a separate cafeteria for dining and social entertainment within the lodge premises. However, the crew can dine with guests upon guests' request which would involve some minimal extra cost. Our commitment at Lake Ndutu is to provide the finest in service and personal attention to all our guests, and your feedback is greatly appreciated as we constantly strive to achieve this goal. We would be pleased to have another opportunity to welcome you again to Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge. Thank you once again for the feedback.
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We stayed 2 nights at this camp. The chef was particularly good & accommodated my veggie options. The food was excellent! The staff were very attentive & the manager made sure that all our needs were met. The rooms were big & clean, with a mosquito net over the beds every night.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from TNS Hospitality, Sales at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge
Responded Feb 16, 2025
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful stay at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge. It's great to know you enjoyed the food, and we'll be sure to pass on your compliments to the chef. We're also glad our attentive staff and manager were able to meet your needs during your time with us. It’s always a pleasure to ensure our guests have a comfortable and memorable experience. We hope to welcome you back soon!
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The staff were amazing, special mention to Alfred who made each meal time such fun! Whilst the food was a buffet, it was very tasty, well presented and always lots of choice. Such a lovely clean pool. Great viewing platform where we enjoyed reading our books overlooking lake Ndutu. The rooms are very clean but not the best we stayed in - they feel quite dark and it would be nice to be asked about the bed configuration. We were disappointed to be put in a room with 2 small beds rather than 1 large one. The outdoor shower has no outlook. We heard lions roaring outside our room on both evenings we stayed here which was incredible. Brill that the front of the lodges are glass so that you can enjoy the view at all times.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded Mar 14, 2024
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge with the TripAdvisor community. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay, from the delicious buffet offerings and the pristine condition of our pool to the serene beauty of lake Ndutu from our viewing platform. A special thanks for acknowledging Alfred and our dining staff. It’s heartwarming to know that their efforts made your meal times memorable and fun. We're proud of our team's dedication to providing exceptional service, and Alfred will be elated to hear your praise. We're glad that the cleanliness of our rooms met your expectations and that the unique design of our lodges, featuring glass fronts, enhanced your experience by allowing continuous enjoyment of the breathtaking views. Hearing lions roar in the evening is indeed a remarkable and unforgettable experience, adding to the magic of staying in such a close proximity to nature. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge for another extraordinary stay. Safe travels and see you soon! Warm regards, The Team at Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge
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We get to spend two nights in this beautiful lodge. The tents are beautifully and comfortably furnished. Upon our arrival, a giraffe stood in front of our terrace to greet us. Later, a few more zebras and largest visited us peacefully just two meters away. The restaurant was excellent. There was buffet and everything was extremely delicious. The staff was very nice and accommodating.
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Date of stay: January 2025
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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We spent 4 nights at the Ndutu Tented Lodge last week. During this time of the year, this camp is the place to be. The staff couldn't have been more friendly, with kind greetings and always asking if there is something we need or that they can do for us. Our waiter, Johnson, went out of his way at each meal to make us comfortable, and manage our many breakfast and lunch takeouts. Our room and all common buildings were spotless, and the grounds were well maintained with flowers and trees. The view from our porch was also great, with wandering giraffes during the day and the sounds of lions and hyenas very close by at night. Some rooms has better views than others, ask for one in front on the lake side; our room was #9. The food was great, nice bar and pool area. During this time of he year this camp is in the ideal location. We were right in the middle of the annual migration. Many times we were surrounded by 100's of thousands of wildebeests. We saw thousands of wildebeests babies including many births. We have stayed at other locations in Ndutu, but the Lake Ndutu Luxury Lodge is by far the best.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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We stayed in five safari locations in northern Tanzania and Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge was our favorite. The food, the accommodations, and the service was the best. The room was clean, the beds were comfortable, all the amenities had been thought of (including fresh water to brush your teeth with and mosquito repellant towelettes). We enjoyed being able to sit on our deck and see giraffe and elephants walk by. / The barbecue dinner (served in a safe location) - under the stars with camp fires for light was a very special treat. / Good internet service too!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Room Tip:Â Trust your booking company. Amani Africa made excellent choices of accommodations for us.
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Dear Guest,
Concession fees is USD 59.00 per adult per night and USD 11.80 per child per night age 5-15yrs inclusive of VAT
Park fees USD 71.00 per adult per day and USD 24.00 per child ( 5-15yrs) per day on a single entry basis
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Dear Sir,
Greetings from Lake Ndutu Luxury Tented Lodge
The prices are exclusive of the game drives, park fees, excursion and other services of personal nature.
The rate for half or full day game drives in Ndutu Ngorongoro area is USD 300 net per vehicle including transfers from Ndutu Airstrip on exclusive use of the vehicle with an English speaking driver guide
Jambo! the lodge is close to an hour's drive from Serengeti Seronera, turning left at Golini after Naabi gate and driving towards Ndutu airstrip. Lodge is located some 6kms from the airstrip
There are more places to choose from in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area area.
PRICE RANGE
C$1,099 - C$1,566 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
TanzaniaArusha RegionNgorongoro Conservation Area
NUMBER OF ROOMS
22
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