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Overview
The Highlands sits in Ngorongoro Conservation Area, on Tanzania's Northern Circuit. A camp set on the slopes of the Olmoti volcano in the Ngorongoro highlands, generally positioned for travellers seeking a quieter alternative to the main crater rim. As with all properties in our directory, accommodation specifics below should be confirmed directly with the lodge at time of booking, since room configurations and offerings can change.
Accommodation
(Room/suite count, bed configurations, and specific in-room amenities to be confirmed directly with The Highlands before publishing — no figures are stated here to avoid publishing unverified detail.)
Dining & Hospitality
Dining at The Highlands is generally structured around shared or private meal service built around the day's game-viewing or activity schedule, in keeping with the standard for this tier of property; specific dining format (set menu, à la carte, bush dining frequency) should be confirmed with the property.
Activities & Experiences Available
Activities typically available through The Highlands include game drives or the region's signature activity (trekking, boating, or diving, depending on Ngorongoro Conservation Area's character), with specific inclusions and any additional-cost experiences confirmed at time of booking.
Location & Access
The Highlands is reached as part of a standard Ngorongoro Conservation Area routing — generally by light aircraft to the nearest airstrip, with road or boat transfer to the property itself. Exact transfer time depends on the specific airstrip used.
Best Time to Stay
Timing generally follows Ngorongoro Conservation Area's broader seasonal pattern — see the Ngorongoro Conservation Area park guide for detail on dry-season and wildlife-timing considerations relevant to this property.
Why We Recommend The Highlands
Those prioritising highland scenery and lower density over crater-rim proximity.
Nearby Lodges & Alternatives
Within Ngorongoro Conservation Area, also consider: andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge.
Sample Itineraries Featuring This Lodge
Commonly featured on itineraries covering Ngorongoro Conservation Area as part of a wider Northern Circuit route. Internal link: Ngorongoro Conservation Area