Your private highland retreat overlooking the Ngorongoro crater

There is surely no truer way to appreciate the magnitude and wonder of the Ngorongoro Crater, than from Entamanu Private where it's done entirely on your own terms and schedules. A highland retreat designed to be removable with minimal impact on this precious place, this is your exclusive Crater experience.

Locally designed, thoughtfully put together. Your home away from home on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Quiet moments at Entamanu Private.

Glass, wood, stretched-canvas. All entirely removable.

Crater views from Ngorongoro's private hideaway on the remote north western rim. Entamanu Private.

Family moments in our two bedroom family units at Entamanu Private.

Enhancing lives at Entamanu Private

From enhancing dynamic careers to working with local communities and conservation projects, here are some inspiring stories from Entamanu, Ngorongoro.

Health & wellbeing

Beds for Meds

Spotlight on Ebenezer

Meet Ebenezer and his mum, Maria, who live in a remote community in the Ngorongoro Highlands. Ebenezer was identified as a candidate for surgery on a Nomad health outreach trip from Entamanu.

Illchokuti

Human-wildlife conflict is a huge challenge in the Ngorongoro Highlands. The Maasai there have lived alongside wildlife for decades, but as human populations increase, so the conflicts and pressure mount.

KopeLion is a community-led organization dedicated to fostering coexistence, and we partner with them to support two 'Illchokuti'. Their role is an important one: they move around local villages to report sightings and conflict so the KopeLion team can intervene if necessary. They also educate these communities on the value of protecting the lion population, and importantly on ways in which they protect their livestock

Conservation & environment

Sharing our love of the natural world

Ngorongoro student safaris

It is through 'student safaris' that we try to educate youth on wildlife behaviour, developing an understanding of animal behaviour so that children can be better equipped to avoid risks, and understand the amazing qualities these creatures have too. We hope that these future generations will be ambassadors for co-existence, and local conservation efforts.

Life long learning & growth

Creating career paths

Nomad honey project

There's no end to the talents of Yohanna, a member of our Entamanu Ngorongoro team. He's a local Maasai who was a watchman but now acts as village liaison, drives the tractor that fixes our road, steps in as housekeeper and staff cook... and he's just harvested his first batch of honey from the Nomad beehives at Entamanu Private. We're buying it off him to use in camp - and it's absolutely delicious.

Northern Tanzania safaris

Our Northern Tanzania camps are in enviable locations that mean we can take you deeper into this epic wilderness and create life changing experiences.
 

Reviews

A. Soble

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Excellent service from Eddie from pickup to planning

Too many to mention! Excellent service (Eddie) from pick up to touring crater, to planning. Outstanding food - and service by Issa. Beautiful property - comfortable rooms. Anything and everything we could want!

L. Garcia

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Perfect 5.0 ratings for overall experience, guiding, food, housekeeping, and service.

ALL your staff were amazing, kind, fun, thoughtful and went above to make our stay AMAZING!! Thank you!

A. A-TRAINO

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Amazing overall experience

THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE WAS AMAZING! NOT SURE HOW YOU COULD IMPROVE. 1 the GREETING WHEN WE ARRIVED - the SPECIAL SURPRISE DANCE SHOW - the VILLAGE TOUR & the SPECIAL BREAKFAST BY the HIPPOS!

L. Garcia

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Amazing, kind, fun, and thoughtful staff

All your staff were amazing, kind, fun, thoughtful and went above to make our stay AMAZING!! Thank you!

M. Frame

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Amazing Safari Experience

Nomad at Entamanu, Ngorongoro was an amazing experience. The rooms were more than we had imagined, the staff was incredible helpful and so very kind to our whole group. The view from every area is so incredible it feels like something from a fairytale. I would definitely recommend this camp to anyon...

S. Hoornaert

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Lovely Stay at Nomad

We had such a lovely stay at Nomad! The food was excellent, the staff was so friendly and attentive to our every need. The level of service was unseen! Thank you for such a wonderful stay

FAQs

How long are the drives between camps?

It depends, some are short hops, others can be full-day journeys. Often, the journey is the experience and can become the ultimate game drive as you traverse different areas of National Parks.

Do I need a visa to travel to Tanzania?

Not all travellers into Tanzania require a visa. You must have a single entry tourist visa or business visa, is the general rule but there are country exemptions from this. On the most part, single entry or business visas can be obtained on arrival but we recommend where possible, to process the visa online ahead of travel - just make sure you allow enough time to do so!

How do you get to your safari lodge?

The transport networks in Tanzania are very good with internal flight schedules across the country. It is possible to fly into the parks and land at one of the bush airstrips. From there, most lodges will arrange for a transfer journey from airstrip to the lodge. Depending on the lodge location, this can vary in journey time. Or, if you opt for a driving safari in northern Tanzania, your guide (included as standard with Nomad) will transport you from location to location.

What is the difference between a lodge and a tented camp?

Lodges are more permanent, often with solid walls and more amenities available. Tented camp are light touch, with canvas walls, open air and the sounds of bush throughout!

How many days is enough for a Tanzania safari?

Many people underestimate how immersive a safari experience is. Time in the bush can be tiring – most mornings you will be up before sunrise as the wild wakes up your day continues into long evenings spent under the stars. If you’re travelling with children, we always recommend a private guide and exclusive vehicle (included as standard with Nomad) that means a lie in here and there is always possible. 

There is no rule for the number of days on safari but we would recommend taking your time in each location and not rushing through safari parks. Give yourselves time to stop and immerse yourself in the area. Many travellers consider a pit stop at the beaches of Zanzibar or Mafia Island to re-charge post safari and before they head back to the real world.

What I wish I knew before going on safari

Always take a good pair of binoculars. And slow down. Take time to enjoy and area or the safari camps. There is sometimes nothing more special than spending the afternoon or early morning on your veranda and letting the wildlife come to you.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Tanzania?

We advise against drinking the tap water in Tanzania and as such, we provide safe drinking water in all camps and vehicles so guests can remain well hydrated throughout their trip.

Can I go on safari and visit Zanzibar in one trip?

Yes absolutely, Tanzania has superb transport links from the mainland to Zanzibar as well as neighbouring islands too. Many travellers choose to spend some time in the wild on safari before heading to the coast for some R&R.

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