Endoro Lodge

Endoro Lodge is a tranquil and good-value lodge located north of the colourful market town of Karatu. The chalets built into the hill and made out of local materials. The lodge borders the forests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, making it an option for those wanting access to the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara.

ACCESS & LOCATION:

Endoro Lodge has a fabulous location in the Karatu hills, with fantastic views over the Northern Highland Forest Reserve. This area of Tanzania usually accessed via road transfer from Arusha.

ACCOMMODATION & FACILITIES AT ENDORO LODGE:

Guest accommodation at Endoro consists of three types of chalet – single, double, and triple. All are detached and dotted around the property’s grounds. The single category includes a wood-framed double bed with mosquito nets, bedside tables and lighting, a cosy fireplace, a writing desk and chair, and a separate lounge area. The en-suite facilities include a flush toilet, twin washbasins, indoor and outdoor showers, and a sumptuous immersion tub! Outside is a private veranda where guests can marvel at the views, including night sky vistas. The double and triple categories of accommodation benefit from all these amenities, as well as an extra bed and two additional beds, respectively. All options have 24-hour hot water, too.

Children of all ages are welcome and well accommodated in the Triple Chalet option.

The communal buildings are mainly made of brick and surrounded by the lush foliage of plants and trees. The interiors feature a lounge with plenty of comfortable seating around coffee tables. There’s a sophisticated dining area, too, with an adjacent bar. Guests can also enjoy some al fresco dining in the grounds. A swimming pool is available for refreshing dips between activities! The lodge can accept conference bookings of up to 40 delegates, and its meeting rooms have all the necessary equipment for a successful business event. Finally, Endoro has a curio shop, which is perfect for purchasing souvenirs!

ACTIVITIES AT ENDORO LODGE:

Enduro is well-positioned to offer a thrilling range of activities. All activities are expertly arranged and feature knowledgeable guides who ensure you get the most out of your stay.

• Activities around the Ngorongoro Crater

  Walks are possible along the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater rim, and as the main gate to the NCA is only 20 kilometres from Endoro, guests can head out on game drives to see a wealth of wildlife! All five Big Five—lion, rhino, leopard, elephant, and buffalo—reside alongside numerous other predators, herbivores, and ample birdlife.

• Explore Lake Manyara

  Lake Manyara is 25 kilometres away, and its highlights include vast flocks of flamingos and the famous tree-climbing lions!

• Cultural visits

  If you are interested in culture, consider a cultural home visit. Living as part of a local family, you can learn tribal dances, tuck into traditional meals, and participate in stories of the tribespersons within the Ngorongoro area.

• Cycle through the local village

  – Guests who like to bike will love cycling through the local village and visiting schools, woodcarvers, brick factories, and distilleries.

• Endoro Waterfalls

  – You can also check out the Endoro Waterfalls and the lodge’s banana and coffee plantations.

• Nature walks

  The Endoro River Nature Trails are just a short stroll from the lodge. They offer opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and plant identification.

• Visit the Elephant Caves

  – The Elephant Caves, formed by elephants digging into the hills to find vitamins and minerals, are also not too far away – and the caves are great fun to explore.

*This property is unfenced and located in a wildlife area, so large and potentially dangerous animals pass through. If you opt to stay here, always be alert when walking around the camp and request a staff member to escort you if you have any concerns. Any guest is escorted after dark, of course.