Kitela Lodge

Speke says – “We very highly recommend Kitela, a high standard of accommodation and facilities at a great price with some of the best reviews you will find anywhere.”

Nestled atop a hillside with beautiful views of a lush valley, Kitela Lodge offers a captivating retreat within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Tanzania. The lodge consists of 20 colonia-style cottages surrounded by stunning gardens, a thriving coffee plantation, and a fully functional farm.

Facilities at Kitela Lodge

Kitela Lodge’s central building, positioned at the heart of the lodge, hosts a restaurant that takes pride in serving dishes from locally sourced produce. A welcoming lounge and a spacious terrace, offering spectacular views of the surroundings complete this central hub, providing guests with a perfect setting to enjoy the natural beauty of the Conservation.

Enhancing the overall experience, Kitela Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, a quaint gift shop, and a serene massage cabin. These amenities offer a seamless blend of recreation and relaxation against the backdrop of Tanzania’s stunning landscapes. Other services and amenities include:

Wi-Fi
Welcome drink
24hrs electricity
Free parking
Room service
Mosquito nets
Mineral water
Internal phone
Fan

Bedrooms at Kitela Lodge

The 20 chalet-type bedrooms are generously sized and boast private terraces or balconies, providing guests with exceptional views of the coffee plantation or lush gardens. The capacious en-suite bathrooms further elevate the guest experience, offering a luxurious shower and bath.

Cuisine at Kitela Lodge

The culinary experience at the Lodge is a journey into the heart of Tanzanian flavours. The lodge’s restaurant, housed within the central building, is a culinary haven that beckons guests to savour a symphony of tastes. The menu is meticulously curated to showcase the richness of locally sourced ingredients offering a diverse palette of flavours inspired by the region. From farm-fresh vegetables to succulent meats, each dish is a masterpiece that reflects the lodge’s commitment to sustainable and authentic dining.

Activities at Kitela Lodge

Spa treatments are available.
Massai Culture Walk – this is an opportunity for guests to walk around the local villages with a guide. On this walk, you can visit the brickmakers and coffee farms.
You can take a tour of the farm at the lodge which lasts an hour. During the tour, you can find out insights into how the farm is run along with which animals are there.
Bird watching – around the lodge you can see up to 200 types of birds.
Spot the big five animals at the nearby Ngorongoro Crater.
Venture to the Lake Natron Soda Lake.
Game drives and walks are also very popular in the Ngorongoro Crater.

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