Access & Location:

The lodge is reachable with a 45-minute vehicle transfer from Kogatende Airstrip. It is located in a private concession within the Wogakuria Hills region of the North Serengeti, distinguished by rocky kopjes and large boulders. The renowned Mara River is about thirty minutes distant!

Accommodation & Facilities At Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge

The guest accommodation has 15 suites, situated at differing proximities from the public amenities. The suites are adequately distanced from one another and linked to the main lodge via well-maintained paths. A staircase ascends to a wooden door that enters into the bedroom and lounge space. This accommodation features a king-size bed or twin beds equipped with mosquito nets, bedside tables with lights, sitting at the end of the bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a floor lamp. Additionally, there are several rugs and intriguing wall art pieces. Supplementary amenities comprise a tea and coffee station as well as a mini-bar. The en-suite bathroom, accessible from the bedroom, features a flush toilet, dual washbasins within an expansive vanity unit, a walk-in shower, shelving, hanging space and a bathtub offering stunning views of the Serengeti plains. The private terrace, accessible through sliding glass doors from the bedroom, features a table and chairs, several sun loungers, and a small plunge pool, allowing for scenic admiration. An outdoor shower is also available.

The primary areas at Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge are situated at the greatest elevation in the location, offering stunning views of the plains. Three tents are designated: one for the lounge and bar, one for the dining area and one for the reception and gift store. These are linked by elevated wooden pathways. In the lounge/bar tent, plush seats and sofas are arranged around coffee tables or adjacent to inviting fireplaces. Ceiling fans and elegant chandeliers are installed above, while shelves display an assortment of books and games. The bar offers a sociable environment for engaging with fellow travellers while savouring refreshments. The dining tent is equally stylish, comprising individual tables accompanied by upright chairs and a welcoming fireplace. The lodge offers a setting for exquisite breakfasts, lunches, afternoon teas, and dinners; guests may also choose to dine on the expansive terrace next to the tents or in a more private area. The gift shop offers a diverse selection of curios, while the spa, located a short distance from the main site, is ideal for those seeking relaxation and indulgence. Additionally, there is a swimming pool and a sundeck for relaxation between activities. Wi-Fi is available throughout the premises.

Activities At Lemala Kuria Hills Lodge

Kuria Hills Lodge provides professionally guided game drives, seasonal walking safaris, and the Lemala Cubs initiative.

• Expertly guided game drives: Game drives are offered in the early morning and late afternoon into the evening.
• Great Wildebeest Migration: Visiting from July to October will allow you to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, as the area constitutes a segment of the path traversed by vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelles in pursuit of sustenance. A significant feature during this era is observing the herds’ remarkable crossings of the River Mara. Large Nile crocodiles lie in the turbulent waters, poised to capture any unsuspecting herbivore in their powerful jaws.
• Wildlife spotting: The breathtaking terrain of this section of the Serengeti hosts an abundance of species. This location features four of the Big Five species: lion, rhinoceros, leopard, and elephant, in addition to cheetah, spotted hyena, numerous plains game, and hundreds of bird species.
• Walking safaris: The lodge also provides walking safaris. These entail an extra expense and are unfeasible in June; however, if you succeed in traversing the Serengeti, you will be well rewarded—it is optimal for observing the flora, insect fauna, and avifauna of the national park.
• Activities for children: The Lemala Cubs program provides numerous activities for children, including as tracking with guides, learning spear-throwing techniques from native Maasai, and listening to African legends around the campfire.

Note: This property is unfenced and situated in a wildlife region, allowing huge and potentially hazardous animals to traverse the vicinity. If you want to remain here, remain vigilant while traversing the camp and solicit a staff member to accompany you if you have any apprehensions. All guests are accompanied after dusk as a standard procedure.

Serengeti Safaris

The Serengeti, renowned for the Great Wildebeest Migration, is also the habitat of the Big 5. This annual show involves millions of wildebeest, accompanied by gazelles and zebras, migrating in search of greener pastures while evading predators.

Their circuitous trip proceeds south into the Serengeti, then westward, subsequently north into the Maasai Mara, before returning to the origin. Predators stealthily follow, seizing opportunities to strike, rendering this voyage replete with thrilling wildlife encounters.

The Serengeti is poised for dramatic events, featuring diverse terrain that includes volcanic grasslands, expansive plains, rocky outcrops, meandering rivers, and woodlands.