Simba Farm is a working farm and lodge situated on 5000 acres of rolling hills in West Kilimanjaro with breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. The lodge features a variety of accommodation options, including garden rooms, rooms in the old guest house and jacaranda cottages. Guests can enjoy farm-to-table dining at the on-site restaurant. The lodge also offers a wide variety of activities such as farm tours, walking on the Shira Plateau and bird watching.
Facing the snow-capped peaks of Kilimanjaro and the endless African savannah, Kambi ya Tembo offers fantastic views. Sinya, a concession of about 600 square km, bordering Kenya at Amboseli National Park, offers spectacular landscapes with magnificent views of Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Ol Doinyo Longido and Ol Doinyo Orok. A unique nature and cultural experience.
The camp consists of 14 tents each with private en suite bathroom facilities. You can sit and watch the natural world pass by from the ample sun decks. The semi-arid land of Sinya and Elerai has an abundance of natural riches and is home to some of the largest elephants in East Africa.
Activities include game drives, walking safaris escorted by Maasai warriors, interaction with the local maasai including participation in ceremonies if available.
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Kambi ya Tembo - West KilimanjaroKilimanjaro & Camp
Kambi ya Tembo - West KilimanjaroView from a Kopje
Kambi ya Tembo - West KilimanjaroView from inside the tent
Kambi ya Tembo - West KilimanjaroTent interiors
Kambi ya Tembo and Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro - View from the camp
Kilimanjaro
Standard room
Spacious rooms under canvas with twin or doublé bed. Rooms connect to the Main building through pathways.
Rooms include sitting space, verandah with furniture and en suite facilities.
Property Facilities
Bar, Restaurant, Secure Parking
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Safe
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Walks
Depart to Mount Kilimanjaro National Park and enter the park at Londorossi Gate (approx. 45 minutes from Kambi ya Tembo). After finishing with the park formalities the drive continues to Shira Barrier on 3,300 Meter where the walk on Shira Plateau starts. Equipped with picnic-lunch and water the walk on the plateau crosses via Shira One Camp on 3,500 Meters and Shira Hut Camp on 3,840 Meter with the goal to reach Simba Cave, where the lunch will be taken. Enjoy fantastic views to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro if the weather allows. After lunch return to Shira Barrier and continue to your camp in West-Kilimanjaro
Late in the afternoon visit a traditional Maasai village where there is the opportunity of learning about how the Masais live.
Enjoy a very special sundowner with views of Mt. Kilimanjaro as a background.
Explore the foothill of Kilimanjaro, escorted by a Masai warrior.
During the walk one will become to know the interesting uses the Masai community makes out
from the nature.
Main house restaurant
The main house faces the Kilimanjaro mountain and the flood plains of Amboseli.
Al fresco meals are served on the expansive open air deck and evenings are spent around a blazing fire.
Your Stay
1 Night
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
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Spoken Languages: English, Swahili
No. Rooms: 14
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Nature, Wildlife
Lake Natron Camp | Lake Natron
Located on the very edge of Lake Natron, this 10 tent luxury tented camp is perfectly situated for amazing adventures! Located within walking distance are the hominid footprints and Lake Natron where over 1 million flamingoes come to breed, it is also ideally situated as an ending point for our Empakai to Lake Natron Trek, The Great Rift Valley Trek, as well as a number of other activities and expeditions combined with northern Tanzania safaris.
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Natural poolRelax in the healing waters with a glass of wine
Luxury RoomVery comfortable king size beds
Desert RoseDotted around camp are these beautiful vibrant flowers
Local Community We have a group of 19 Maasai Ladies working with us
SundownersChampagne sundowners by the lake
MassageRelax after your days activities with a Maasai Massage
DiningEnjoy 360 views of the dramatic landscape whilst dining
Goat around the fireEnjoy a traditional BBQ around the fire
Serving champagneEnjoy champagne sundowners served by your private Maasai Guide
Mess tent The furniture and decking in our mess tent is made out of recycled plastic
Triple room Our rooms can be made into a twin, triple, double or even an quadruple
Sundowners around the fire One of the many great spots for a drink
DiningThese glasses are made locally from recycled glass
Morning Tea and CoffeeBringing French press coffee and homemade biscuits to the room
Coffee in bedEnjoy tea or coffee in bed whilst watching the sun come up
Lunch by the poolPrivate table set up for a special lunch
Mess tent with Lengai BackdropBeautiful Lengai and a view of our mess tent
Hominid FootprintsOver 100,000 year old footprints very close to camp
Arriving at campAlways greeted with a big smile, an ice cold fresh juice and a cold refreshing towel.
The Great Rift Valley Trek A dramatic 2 day trek with 2 nights at lake Natron Camp
Star gazingThe most amazing stars at Lake Natron
FlamingosLake Natron is home to over 1 million flamingos
View of mess tent 360 views from the mess tent
Maasai Mamas making the rooms Locally employed Maasai Mamas help us lovingly prepare the rooms
WaterfallsNgare Sero Waterfall Fun!
FlamingosWalk to the lake straight from camp and enjoy the flamingos
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Ol Doinyo LengaiThe hardest one day hike in East Africa!
Hot SpringsTake a 1 hour drive to hot springs and see the Lake from a different prespective
Lake Natron CampZebra drinking from natural stream right by camp
Rift Valley Day HikeEnjoy a morning hike up the Great Rift Valley with breakfast at the top
Lake Natron CampView of Mess Tent
Rift Valley Day HikeSpectacular views at the top of the Rift Valley
Ngare Sero WaterfallsWalking to the waterfalls, through water & up and down rocks!
The staff at Lake Natron CampFriendly, welcoming staff!
Ngare Sero Food Security Project generating income to the local school by growing and buying fresh produce
Lake Natron Camp holds ten spacious guest tents, cleverly disguised under camouflaged shade netting. Each tent is comprised of a porch area, main bedroom and en-suite bathroom with a shower and eco toilet. The main bedroom is furnished with a comfy king size bed*, luxurious Egyptian linen and furniture made from greenwood.
A private path leads from each tent to our natural swimming pool in the spring-fed stream.
*Each tent can also accommodate 2 extra single beds upon request
Lake Natron Camp holds ten spacious guest tents, cleverly disguised under camouflaged shade netting. Each tent is comprised of a porch area, main bedroom and en-suite bathroom with a shower and eco toilet. The main bedroom is furnished with a comfy king size bed*, luxurious Egyptian linen and furniture made from greenwood.
A private path leads from each tent to our natural swimming pool in the spring-fed stream.
*Each tent can also accommodate 2 extra single beds upon request
Lake Natron Camp holds ten spacious guest tents, cleverly disguised under camouflaged shade netting. Each tent is comprised of a porch area, main bedroom and en-suite bathroom with a shower and eco toilet. The main bedroom is furnished with a comfy king size bed*, luxurious Egyptian linen and furniture made from greenwood.
A private path leads from each tent to our natural swimming pool in the spring-fed stream.
*Each tent can also accommodate 2 extra single beds upon request
Lake Natron Camp holds ten spacious guest tents, cleverly disguised under camouflaged shade netting. Each tent is comprised of a porch area, main bedroom and en-suite bathroom with a shower and eco toilet. The main bedroom is furnished with a comfy king size bed*, luxurious Egyptian linen and furniture made from greenwood.
A private path leads from each tent to our natural swimming pool in the spring-fed stream.
*Each tent can also accommodate 2 extra single beds upon request
Lake Natron Camp holds ten spacious guest tents, cleverly disguised under camouflaged shade netting. Each tent is comprised of a porch area, main bedroom and en-suite bathroom with a shower and eco toilet. The main bedroom is furnished with a comfy king size bed*, luxurious Egyptian linen and furniture made from greenwood.
A private path leads from each tent to our natural swimming pool in the spring-fed stream.
*Each tent can also accommodate 2 extra single beds upon request
Lake Natron Camp holds ten spacious guest tents, cleverly disguised under camouflaged shade netting. Each tent is comprised of a porch area, main bedroom and en-suite bathroom with a shower and eco toilet. The main bedroom is furnished with a comfy king size bed*, luxurious Egyptian linen and furniture made from greenwood.
A private path leads from each tent to our natural swimming pool in the spring-fed stream.
*Each tent can also accommodate 2 extra single beds upon request
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Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Eco Friendly, Pool, Restaurant, Vegetarian
The beguiling lesser flamingo feed on algae found in soda lakes across eastern Africa but choose to breed almost exclusively at Lake Natron. Our guests can take early morning or sunset walks to the lake flats. For seasonal more intense flamingo experience please see Pinyinyi Flamingo Picnic Lunch.
| $included | time: 1 to 4 hours |
Cool off in any one of the natural plunge pools in front of the accommodation units or dining / bar area. There is also a larger pool suitable for swimming further down stream as well as endemic cyclids – bring some goggles or ask our team for a pair!
| $included | time: at your leisure|
Walk to hominid footprints within our concession area. These footprints were discovered by members of our team and since then have been investigated by separate teams both locally and internationally to try to establish how they came to be. Initially it was thought that they might be as old as 100,000 years or more but recent studies indicate them to be younger. A fascinating chance to look back in time at a group of people that raises a number of questions about hominids in East Africa and part of a larger story of man in East Africa.
| $included | time: 1 to 2 hours, can be combined with sundowner |
Walk to one of the nearby sundowner spots. Enjoy your sundowner overlooking the Lake Natron, the majestic Lengai and Gelai mountains and watch the sun go down behind the escarpment of the Great Rift Valley. Note private sundowners can be arranged in conjunction with the use of your tour operators vehicle (ask your tour operator for any additional costs).
| $included| time: at your leisure |
It's not always about adventure! Relax and unwind at Lake Natron Camp by having a massage by one of our lovely Masaai therapists from the local village, Ngare Sero, who have been trained onsite by a professional massage and beauty therapist. $ON REQUEST
A great alternative to climbing Lengai, this adventurous hike leaves at dawn from camp and you transfer to the base of the rift valley wall. You then scale the wall on foot, ascending close to the Ngare Sero gorge to enjoy the dawn. A picnic breakfast is taken with you and once on top this is the perfect place to enjoy being in one of the most dramatic view points in this region. After breakfast descend back down another route, or select the same way depending on time.
| price: included | time: 6 hours |
Let us arrange a walk up Ngare Sero gorge to see the spectacular waterfalls. The scenery is a unique blend of arid volcanic rocks and lush tropical palms. Wear shoes that can get wet, preferably trainers or secure sandals, as it is rocky underfoot! Take 2 litres of water and snacks. Its great spot for lunch so please ask your guide for a packed lunch!
| $included | time: 2- 3 hours |
Hot springs are the life and blood of the area and are on route to bird watching sites. You can visit geothermal heated springs where the birds preen.
| price: included | time: Drive 1 hour | Time there 1-2 hours |
A full day hiking deep into the Ngare Sero gorge to see the source of the river. A picnic lunch is taken and at least 3 liters of water are required. A great alternative to climbing Lengai if the Lengai ascent is deemed not hikable.
| $included | time: 4 – 6 hours |
A hike to then top of Oldoinyo Lengai, the only active Carbonatite volcano in the world.
An overnight ascent on the 3000m tall “Mountain of God” lit by moonlight is an unforgettable and mystical experience. This is a very challenging hike up an active carbonatite volcano with stunning views.
Note that the conditions on Lengai can change daily. It must be understood that the guide’s decision to reach the summit section is based on daily conditions and clients should be briefed that there is the possibility of not reaching the true summit. If that is the case please note refunds are not available! Great alternatives to this trip are the ‘Source Adventure Hike’.
Please note that guests are required to wear climbing helmets at the final section near the summit.
| $100* per person | time: average 12 hours |
*fees and guiding fees payable AT VILLAGE OFFICE $100 per person 1 pax and $160 per 2 pax – please check at time of booking. Transfers with our vehicle ARE NOT included but can be provided with advance notice at $250 per vehicle.
***Stay 3 nights at Lake Natron Camp and YOU get to climb Lengai for FREE! Please note if you would like to pre book Lengai and are staying less that 3 nights you can do so with our office at the published rates + 18% VAT which is payable to the Government. Please see link for more information http://www.oldoinyo-lengai.org
VISIT NGARE SERO VILLAGE | $INCLUDED | AT YOUR LEISURE
Become a local! Take a 15 minute drive to Ngare Sero Village. Visit the local school and grab a drink at a local bar.
TIP: ASK TO SEE THE PERMACULTURE PROJECT AND VEGETABLE PATCH!
This part of the Great Rift Valley is populated by the Maasai people. Maasai bomas spread around the area, but the main central village is few kilometres away to the west at the base of the escarpment. The village is named Engare Sero, which means dappled water. This village gets its name from the river flowing out of the escarpment through a spectacular gorge that is both arid and lush. Take some time out with your guides and visit a local homestead.
| $100 per group| time: 2 hours |
A 2 night trek combined with 2 nights in Lake Natron. The trek starts with a night at Empakai Crater in the Ngorongoro highlands (and depending on arrival time can include a descent into Empakai) from which our guides lead you down the outer slopes of Empakai with the second night on the edge of the Gregorian rift. You then trek down the rift valley with stunning views throughout and once at the base are transferred for 2 nights at Lake Natron Camp (Ngare Sero) and use this as a base for activities such as seeing the flamingoes on Lake Natron, visiting the hominid footprints, delving deep into the Ngare Sero gorge or even just relaxing in camp and enjoying the natural plunge pools. For the very active you can also climb Oldonyo Lengai (extra cost).
All our adventures can be booked through a tour operator near you. Just ask them about Lake Natron Camp, Ngare Sero and our range of activities and adventures and specify the “Empakai to Lake Natron Trek”. You can add this adventure into your dates – all trips are customised to your dates.
Itinerary In Short
Day 1: Drive to Empakai. Empakai trek. Empakai Camp (fb)
Day 2: Trek to Leonotis Camp (fb) Trek 16km
Day 3: Trek to Lake Natron Camp with a pick up at the bottom of the rift valley. Lake Natron Camp (fb) Trek 12km, Drive 14km
Day 4: Relax and take part in activities at Lake Natron Camp (fb)
Day 5: Depart
| $ rates in documentation tab | time: 5 days |
A 1 night trek combined with 2 nights in Lake Natron. The trek starts at Empakai or just below and normally descending into Empakai crater is NOT POSSIBLE due to time constraints, instead you hike down to our Leonotis camp below Naiobi. For those that have the energy a trek to our Rift Valley sundowner spot is highly recommended, the views are amazing!
After one night in our remote fly camp at Leonotis Camp you then trek down the rift valley with stunning views throughout and once at the base are transferred for 2 nights at Lake Natron Camp (Ngare Sero) and use this as a base for activities such as seeing the flamingoes on Lake Natron, visiting the hominid footprints, delving deep into the Ngare Sero gorge or even just relaxing in camp and enjoying the natural plunge pools. For the very active you can also climb Oldonyo Lengai (extra cost).
Itinerary In Short
Day 1: Drive to Empakai. Trek into crater and trek to Leonotis Camp (fb) Trek 16km
Day 2: Trek to Lake Natron Camp with a pick up at the bottom of the rift valley. Lake Natron Camp (fb) Trek 12km, Drive 14km
Day 3: Relax and take part in activities at Lake Natron Camp (fb)
Day 4: Depart
| $ rates in documentation tab | time: 4 days |
This is a trek back through millennia of evolution from the relatively recent hominid footprints right by our Lake Natron Camp, all the way to Olduvai, commonly known as “one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world”, and home to evidence of our earliest ancestors. Each camp location and design is being targeted at guests that are looking for an off the beaten track experience, entirely respectful of the environment, and yet just enough comfort to ensure a superlative well balanced adventure.
Olduvai gorge is known as the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ and this trekking expedition courses routes either to or from this area incorporating the history of mankind, geology and landscapes spanning 250 million years. You can time this expedition with the migration in the short grass plains, or append a migration experience post / pre trek. Key features include hiking the Gregorian Rift valley, Sanjan Gorge, Gol, Olduvai Gorge and note we also have variations including Ol Karien Gorge.
Itinerary In Short
Day 1: Lake Natron Camp
Day 2: Lake Natron Camp
Day 3: Trek & drive to Sanjan. Trek 6km. Drive 22km
For active types Tanzania has a lot to offer and this is one of the most dramatic hikes in East Africa. As well as the amazing scenery there is also the chance to witness the changing lives of the Maasai in both Ngorongoro and Natron.
This is a trek back through millennia of evolution from the relatively recent hominid footprints right by our Lake Natron Camp, all the way to Olduvai, commonly known as “one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world”, and home to evidence of our earliest ancestors. Each camp location and design is being targeted at guests that are looking for an off the beaten track experience, entirely respectful of the environment, and yet just enough comfort to ensure a superlative well balanced adventure.
Olduvai gorge is known as the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ and this trekking expedition courses routes either to or from this area incorporating the history of mankind, geology and landscapes spanning 250 million years. You can time this expedition with the migration in the short grass plains, or append a migration experience post / pre trek. Key features include hiking the Gregorian Rift valley, Sanjan Gorge, Gol, Olduvai Gorge and note we also have variations including Ol Karien Gorge.
1 EPIC week of ADVENTURE!
Itinerary In Short
Day 1: Drive to Empakai. Empakai trek. Empakai Camp (fb)
Day 2: Trek to Leonotis Camp (fb) Trek 16km
Day 3: Trek to Lake Natron Camp with a pick up at the bottom of the rift valley. Lake Natron Camp (fb) Trek 12km, Drive 14km
Day 4: Relax and take part in activities at Lake Natron Camp (fb)
Day 5: Trek & drive to Sanjan. Sanjan Camp (fb). Trek 6km. Drive 22km
Day 6: Trek & drive to Piyaya. Piyaya Camp (fb). Trek 10km. Drive 4km
Day 7: Pick up from Nasera rock. Drive 4km to pickup point then transfer to Serengeti or Ngorongoro or Ndutu
| $request | time: 7 days |
TRADITIONAL MAASAI BBQ | $INCLUDED | UPON REQUEST WITH GROUPS
Enjoy a traditional Maasai Goat BBQ around the campfire with singing and dancing entertainment.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
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Spoken Languages: English, Swahili
No. Rooms: 10
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Cycling, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Nature, Sports, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Sanjan Camp | Gol Mountains
Nestled amidst the Gol Mountains, Sanjan Camp is located in Tanzania. The camp is situated in a secluded area and gives guests the opportunity to explore the gorge and experiece the daily lives of the Maasai people.
Rooms
Comfortable Twin Tent
Each large tent has 2 camp cots with cosy duvets and porch with chairs and table with a view.
Your Stay
1 Night
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
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Piyaya Camp | Gol Mountains
Located in the Gol Mountains lies the Piyaya Camp, a campsite renowned for being a haven of relaxation, whereby guests are able to truly immerse themselves in the breathtaking natural surroundings.
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