Why We Recommend Acacia Farm Lodge

Acacia Farm Lodge is one of our favourite places to stay in the Ngorongoro Highlands, offering comfort, warm Tanzanian hospitality and an ideal location for exploring Northern Tanzania's famous safari circuit.

Surrounded by beautiful coffee plantations, the lodge provides a peaceful retreat between exciting days visiting Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, Tarangire National Park and the Serengeti.

Perfect for: Couples, families, photographers and travellers wanting a comfortable Karatu base.

Premium Safari Camps & Lodges Across Tanzania

Acacia Collections is one of our preferred Tanzanian accommodation partners, offering a carefully selected portfolio of premium safari camps and lodges located throughout Tanzania's world-famous Northern Safari Circuit.

Their collection combines authentic Tanzanian hospitality, outstanding wildlife locations and personalised service, making them an excellent choice for couples, photographers, honeymooners and family safaris.

Accommodation Collection

• Acacia Farm Lodge – Karatu
• Acacia Central Camp – Central Serengeti
• Acacia Seronera Luxury Camp – Central Serengeti
• Acacia Migration Camp – Northern & Southern Serengeti
• Acacia Tarangire Luxury Camp – Tarangire National Park
• Acacia Ngorongoro Luxury Camp – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Why We Recommend Acacia Collections

• Premium safari camps in exceptional wildlife locations
• Warm and genuine Tanzanian hospitality
• Beautifully designed luxury camps and lodges
• Excellent choice for photography and honeymoon safaris
• Strategically located throughout Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit

At Encircle East Africa we confidently recommend Acacia Collections because of their consistent quality, outstanding locations and memorable safari experiences.

Ngorongoro Farm House is a charming coffee plantation lodge located in Karatu, making it an excellent base for visiting Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and the wider Northern Tanzania safari circuit.

The lodge offers a relaxed country-house atmosphere, spacious rooms, beautiful gardens and warm hospitality. After a full day exploring the crater or nearby national parks, it provides a peaceful place to unwind.

We often recommend Ngorongoro Farm House for guests who want comfort, character and good access to the Ngorongoro Highlands without feeling too formal or overdone.

Best for: Families, couples, first-time safari guests and travellers wanting a comfortable Karatu base.

Lemala Camps & Lodges offers a refined collection of safari camps and lodges across Northern Tanzania, including Arusha, Tarangire, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti.

Their properties are known for strong locations, stylish design and a high standard of service while still maintaining a genuine connection to the wilderness.

We recommend Lemala for travellers looking for a polished safari experience with excellent access to Tanzania’s most famous wildlife areas.

Featured properties include:

• Lemala Ewanjan
• Lemala Kuria Hills
• Lemala Manyara
• Lemala Ngorongoro
• Lemala Tarangire

The Highlands offers one of the most distinctive lodge experiences in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Set near the forested slopes of Olmoti Volcano, it combines dramatic wilderness scenery with a stylish and contemporary design.

This is a strong choice for travellers who want more than a standard crater visit. From here, guests can explore Ngorongoro Crater, enjoy highland walks and experience a quieter side of the conservation area.

We recommend The Highlands for guests looking for privacy, design, scenery and a deeper Ngorongoro experience beyond the usual safari route.

Best for: Honeymooners, luxury travellers, photographers and guests wanting a more exclusive Ngorongoro stay.

Ole Serai Camps offers luxury safari accommodation in some of the Serengeti’s most rewarding wildlife areas, including Central Serengeti and the northern migration region.

Their camps are designed for travellers who want comfort, strong locations and easy access to big cat country, open plains and seasonal migration movement.

We recommend Ole Serai for guests looking for a classic Serengeti safari experience with a strong balance of comfort, location and wildlife viewing.

Featured properties include:

• Ole Serai Luxury Camp
• Ole Serai Kogatende
• Ole Serai Turner Springs

Luxury Safari in the Heart of the Great Migration

Serengeti Bushtops offers one of Tanzania's finest luxury safari experiences, perfectly positioned in the northern Serengeti close to the famous Mara River crossing points. This exceptional camp combines outstanding wildlife viewing with world-class hospitality and elegant tented suites.

Each spacious suite features a private deck, hot tub and panoramic views across the Serengeti plains, allowing guests to relax in complete comfort after an unforgettable day on safari.

We recommend Serengeti Bushtops for travellers seeking a truly premium safari with exceptional service, fine dining and front-row access to the Great Migration.

Perfect for: Luxury safaris, honeymooners, photographers and Great Migration adventures.

Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge enjoys one of the highest positions on the rim of Ngorongoro Crater, offering spectacular panoramic views across one of Africa's most remarkable natural wonders.

The lodge provides comfortable accommodation surrounded by indigenous forest and is an excellent base for exploring the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and its incredible wildlife.

We recommend Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge for travellers wanting classic safari accommodation with breathtaking crater views and easy access to early morning game drives.

Best for: Couples, families and first-time visitors to Ngorongoro Crater.

Private Luxury Safari at Its Finest

Singita Explore offers an exclusive tented safari designed entirely around your own group. Combining authentic camping with exceptional comfort, every stay is personalised with a private guide, chef and dedicated safari team.

The flexible camp setup allows guests to experience the Serengeti in complete privacy while enjoying exceptional wildlife viewing and personalised service.

Featured Singita Properties

• Singita Faru Faru Lodge
• Singita Mara River Tented Camp
• Singita Sabora Tented Camp
• Singita Explore

Perfect for families, private groups and travellers seeking one of Africa's most exclusive safari experiences.

The Palms is one of Zanzibar's most exclusive boutique resorts, offering an intimate beachfront escape for travellers seeking privacy, luxury and personalised service.

With only a handful of elegant villas overlooking the Indian Ocean, it has become one of our favourite choices for honeymooners and couples looking to relax after a Tanzania safari.

Best for: Honeymoons, anniversaries and luxury beach holidays.

The Z Hotel is a stylish boutique hotel located directly on the famous white sands of Nungwi Beach, one of Zanzibar's most vibrant coastal destinations.

Combining contemporary design with relaxed island living, it offers an excellent base for travellers wanting easy access to restaurants, diving, sunset cruises and Zanzibar's beautiful beaches.

Best for: Couples, beach holidays and post-safari relaxation.

Zuri Zanzibar is a stylish luxury beach resort set on the island’s beautiful north coast, offering a relaxed and elegant finish to a Tanzania safari.

Hidden within tropical gardens, the resort features beautifully designed bungalows, suites and villas within easy reach of the Indian Ocean.

We recommend Zuri Zanzibar for travellers wanting a premium beach stay with excellent design, warm hospitality and a peaceful island atmosphere.

Best for: Honeymoons, couples, families and post-safari relaxation.

Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is a refined beachfront retreat offering private villas, elegant design and a peaceful barefoot-luxury atmosphere.

Located on one of Zanzibar’s beautiful stretches of coastline, it is ideal for travellers wanting space, privacy, wellness and a slower pace after safari.

We recommend this property for guests looking for a premium beach escape with excellent comfort and a strong sense of tranquillity.

Best for: Honeymoons, luxury beach holidays, wellness retreats and families wanting private villa-style accommodation.

Escarpment Luxury Lodge is beautifully positioned above Lake Manyara, offering sweeping views across the Rift Valley and a peaceful setting surrounded by nature.

The lodge features spacious private chalets with generous decks, giving guests a strong sense of privacy and connection to the landscape.

We recommend Escarpment Luxury Lodge for travellers wanting a comfortable and scenic base near Lake Manyara, Tarangire and the Ngorongoro Highlands.

Best for: Couples, families, photographers and travellers who appreciate dramatic views.

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti offers world-class comfort in the heart of one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations.

Set in Central Serengeti, the lodge combines luxury rooms, excellent facilities and strong year-round access to wildlife-rich areas of the park.

We recommend Four Seasons for travellers who want the reliability and comfort of an international luxury brand while still being fully immersed in the Serengeti safari experience.

Best for: Luxury travellers, families, first-time safari guests and guests wanting premium comfort in Central Serengeti.

Serena Hotels & Resorts is one of East Africa’s most established accommodation groups, with safari lodges, city hotels and beach resorts across Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda.

Their properties are known for reliable service, strong locations and a classic East African hospitality style, making them a trusted option for many safari itineraries.

Popular Serena properties include:

• Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
• Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
• Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
• Arusha Serena Hotel
• Zanzibar Serena Hotel
• Mara Serena Safari Lodge
• Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge

Best for: Classic safari itineraries, families, groups and travellers looking for reliable lodge standards.

&Beyond is one of Africa’s most respected luxury safari brands, known for exceptional guiding, beautiful lodge design and a strong conservation philosophy.

Their lodges and camps are carefully positioned in outstanding wildlife areas, offering high-end safari and beach experiences across Africa.

We recommend &Beyond for travellers seeking premium service, conservation-focused travel and beautifully designed accommodation in iconic safari destinations.

Best for: Luxury safaris, honeymooners, conservation-minded travellers and guests wanting a highly polished safari experience.

Sanctuary Kusini is an intimate luxury camp in the southern Serengeti, offering a peaceful and exclusive safari experience away from busier areas of the park.

The camp is especially rewarding during the southern Serengeti and Ndutu migration season, when wildlife activity can be exceptional.

We recommend Sanctuary Kusini for guests who value privacy, strong guiding and a quieter Serengeti experience with excellent seasonal wildlife opportunities.

Best for: Photographers, couples, migration safaris and travellers seeking a more intimate Serengeti camp.