NOW OPEN: Lemala Osonjoi Lodge — A New Dawn on the Ngorongoro Crater
NOW OPEN: Lemala Osonjoi Lodge — A New Dawn on the Ngorongoro Crater
We're incredibly proud to unveil our most ambitious opening yet — Lemala Osonjoi Lodge, a solar-powered, community-driven, perched high on the eastern rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, Osonjoi blends bold architecture, rare Crater access, and regenerative tourism values into one unforgettable experience.
A Location Like No Other
Just 20 minutes from the least-used Crater descent road, Osonjoi ensures early morning access to peak wildlife sightings and the luxury of later game drive returns during golden hour. Guests enjoy front-row seats to one of Africa’s richest ecosystems — and yes, fully catered private lunches on the Crater floor are now a reality.
Design Meets Altitude
Each of our 20 alpine-inspired suites embraces the cool, misty highlands with wood-burning stoves, panoramic bathtubs, hidden reading nooks, and winter-weight comforts. Add in a forest spa with the Crater’s only indoor heated pool, and you have a whole new safari rhythm.
Built for the Future
Fully off-grid and powered by solar, Osonjoi is constructed with recycled, local materials and reflects our deep commitment to local employment, Maasai partnerships, and women’s empowerment. This is sustainability with soul — and scale.
Beyond the Game Drive
Crater rim walks with Maasai naturalists, community-led experiences, wellness treatments, and extended stays help us disperse tourism and deepen guest engagement — offering the trade new tools for building richer, slower itineraries.
Completing the Lemala Circuit
Osonjoi perfectly rounds out our northern Tanzania portfolio, linking Hamerkop House (Arusha) with Mpingo Ridge (Tarangire), Nanyukie & Kuria Hills (Serengeti), and for seamless, low-impact safaris.
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We can’t wait to welcome your guests to a new chapter in Ngorongoro hospitality.