Lion’s Paw Hotel
Untamed luxury on the rim of Ngorongoro’s living craterNgorongoro, Tanzania
Perched on the eastern rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, Lion’s Paw Camp offers an exclusive safari journey with panoramic views of Lake Magadi and the crater floor, just a 10-minute drive from the descent gate.Elevated on wooden platforms beneath acacia trees, the lodge combines elegant tented accommodation with natural surroundings. You’ll spot elephants and black rhinos grazing below from your lounge or private veranda. Guests enjoy gourmet dining under the stars, evening campfires, and authentic Maasai cultural ceremonies—all curated to engage deeply with the wild .
Every detail emphasizes comfort and intimacy: the lounge, bar, and dining areas are spacious yet welcoming, designed for meaningful wildlife encounters and serene relaxation. Crafted with vaulted ceilings, polished woods, and cozy fireplaces, the lodge exudes a safari-at-heart atmosphere. The 15 luxury tented rooms, including interconnecting family units and a honeymoon suite, offer en-suite facilities, electric blankets, charging points, and solar lighting—ideal for eco-conscious comfort
Room Types
- Luxury Tented Suites (11 double tents)
- Family Tents (2 tents with twin rooms, shared bathroom)
- Honeymoon Suite — All feature en-suite bathrooms, flush toilets, hot showers, electric blankets, mosquito nets, solar power & device charging
Facilities
- Central lodge with lounge, bar, dining room, and fire pit decks
- Elevated wooden walkways through shaded bush
- Electricity, hot water, and Wi‑Fi in public areas & tents
- Laundry, telephones, and room service available
- Evening bush dinners and cultural experiences like Maasai visits
Activities
- Game drives into Ngorongoro Crater for all Big Five and other wildlife
- Bush breakfasts on the crater floor beneath ancient trees
- Guided walking safaris and nature tours
- Maasai village visits and cultural immersion
- Nighttime campfires under the stars; optional professional photography guide
Included in Room Rate
- Full board (three meals/day) served in lodge & bush settings
- Accommodation in luxury tents
- Tea, coffee, filtered water, and laundry
- Solar lighting, hot showers, and essential amenities
Excluded from Room Rate
- Park entry & crater descent gate fees
- Extra game drives and walking safaris
- Alcoholic drinks, minibar, and premium beverages
- Transfers, tips, & personal extras (spa, photos)
- Lion’s Paw is ideal for small, exclusive gatherings—private incentive retreats, boutique team-building, executive escapes, or intimate celebrations. Though it lacks a formal conference hall, the fire‑lit lounge & al fresco dining areas can be tailored for private functions, creative workshops, or reward-based incentives.