The Highlands

About

Set on the lush slopes of Olmoti Volcano, The Highlands has sweeping views right across to the Ngorongoro. The eight tents are canvas and perspex domes – a design inspired by traditional Maasai bomas. At the heart of the camp is our library with its indoor fireplace that replaces the typical safari campfire. You gather here each evening to share stories of the day’s wildlife experiences over pre-dinner drinks.

Rooms

The eight domed suites at The Highlands are made of canvas and glass and are surrounded by lush vegetation with views across the surrounding hills. There is one family tent with room for kids and one special honeymoon tent with a hot tub. Each suite has a king-sized bed facing floor-to-ceiling windows and a deck that curves around the tent. En suite bathrooms have hot running water, showers and flushing toilets. At night, wood-burning stoves keep guests cosy and warm.

Activity

The camp feels remote, but is within easy reach of Ngorongoro Crater where guests can go on day-long game drives to spot lions, elephants and giraffes, with a midday picnic break under a shady tree. From camp, hike up to the top of Olmoti for staggering views, or take a half-day trip to the soda lake in Empakaai Crater, where thousands of pink flamingos congregate. Guests can also interact with the local community, learning about and walk the cattle back to the boma at the end of the day. At night, gather around a crackling fire with a glass of wine or whiskey before sitting down to a delicious three-course dinner.