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Intro

The Highlands redefines the traditional Ngorongoro experience. Set high on the slopes of the Olmoti volcano, with views all the way to the Serengeti, you can be on the famous Ngorongoro Crater floor at dawn yet far from any other camp. This warm and stylish high-altitude camp, deliberately positioned deep in the highland wilderness for maximum privacy, offers a richness of adventure and range of activities not possible elsewhere in Ngorongoro.

Highlights

Exclusive location far from other camps in the area

Iconic Ngorongoro Crater experience and game drive easily accessible

Offers unique activities directly from camp: Olmoti climb and cultural visit

The only camp from which a half day visit to Empakaai Crater is possible

Luscious green & vibrant landscapes in direct contrast to the savannah of the Serengeti

Need To Know

All meals included

All drinks included apart from cellar wines, premium

spirits and champagne

Lunch on the crater floor and bush picnics available

Communal dining with individual tables on request

Closest airstrip: Lake Manyara 2.5 hr drive

Driving time from Arusha: 4 hours 30 minutes

Driving time from Tarangire: 5 hours

Safaris

Ngorongoro Crater game drive

Maasai cultural experience

Empakaai crater hike

Olmoti nature walk

Wildlife

Iconic Ngorongoro Crater experience and game drive easily accessible

Quick Facts

Region
Africa
Average Stay

3 night

Average Price

US$912.70 per person per night - High season

Child Policy

• Children: 5 years & above

Accommodation

8 domes (incl. 1 family dome, 2 triple

domes and a honeymoon dome)

• Children: 5 years & above

• Highest altitude camp in Ngorongoro

• In room Wifi (service is variable!)

Ensuite bathroom with double

indoor shower

Toiletries provided

Season

Open year round

Region
Africa

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