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Lodge · Serengeti
Lemala Nanyukie Lodge
Lemala Nanyukie sits in the eastern Serengeti on grassy savanna dotted with rocky kopjes and shaded by ancient acacias. Fifteen canvas-walled suites with private plunge pools look out over the endless plains, in a region known for high-density predator viewing, cheetah research history and a front-row seat on the annual wildebeest migration.
From $1,480 per person sharing, per night
Lodge · Serengeti
Lemala Nanyukie Lodge
From $1,480 per person sharing, per night
Enquire nowLemala Nanyukie sits in the eastern Serengeti on grassy savanna dotted with rocky kopjes and shaded by ancient acacias. Fifteen canvas-walled suites with private plunge pools look out over the endless plains, in a region known for high-density predator viewing, cheetah research history and a front-row seat on the annual wildebeest migration.
Location · Serengeti
From, per person · night · $1,480
About the lodge
An overview of Lemala Nanyukie Lodge.
Lemala Nanyukie sits in the eastern Serengeti on grassy savanna dotted with rocky kopjes and shaded by ancient acacias. Fifteen canvas-walled suites with private plunge pools look out over the endless plains, in a region known for high-density predator viewing, cheetah research history and a front-row seat on the annual wildebeest migration.
Highlights
- Eastern Serengeti location with front-row access to the wildebeest migration
- Exceptional predator viewing, particularly cheetah, in a former research area
- Fifteen canvas suites with private corner plunge pools and outdoor showers
- Hot-air balloon safaris over the endless plains
- Walking safaris with experienced Lemala guides
- Secluded spa tent set among the trees
You Should Know
- Lodge sits a 60-minute drive east of Seronera Airstrip
- Park entry and concession fees, game drives, and airstrip transfers are not included in the rate
- Game drives and walks are charged separately from accommodation
The Details
Lemala Nanyukie opened in October 2018 in the eastern Serengeti, joining sister properties Kuria Hills, Mpingo Ridge in Tarangire and Hamerkop House in Arusha. The Serengeti, meaning endless plains in Maasai, is one of the most celebrated wilderness areas on the continent, and Nanyukie's setting puts guests within reach of the annual wildebeest migration as it crosses the central region.
The lodge sits on grassy savanna dotted with rocky kopjes and shaded by ancient giant acacias, with long views over the surrounding plains. Beyond the migration, this part of the Serengeti delivers high-density game viewing throughout the year and is particularly known for its concentration of big cats. The area was, until recently, set aside for scientific research into predators, especially cheetah, and the lodge remains open year-round.
Accommodation
Fifteen guest suites are spaced well apart for privacy, comprising thirteen standard suites and one two-bedroom suite suited to families or friends travelling together. Triples can be arranged on request. Canvas walls, cathedral-like tented ceilings and broad hardwood decks frame a contemporary interior of whites and neutrals, warmed with textured fabrics, wooden furnishings and considered lighting.
Each suite features an oversized bed, spacious lounge and a generous bathroom with double vanity, indoor and outdoor showers, and a free-standing tub. The wooden deck has sunken seating, an outdoor shower and a corner plunge pool with direct views across the grasslands.
Game Drives
Game drives are led by Lemala's experienced guides and explore the eastern and central Serengeti, an area with year-round resident game and strong predator densities. The wildebeest migration moves through this zone on its annual circuit. Walking safaris are also offered, giving guests time on foot in the wilderness with an armed guide.
Hot-Air Balloon Safari
Dawn balloon flights lift off over the Serengeti's plains, giving an aerial perspective on the wildlife and landscape below. Flights are bookable as an additional activity.
Spa
A separate spa tent set quietly among the trees offers daily treatments. Therapists work from a full treatment menu, with the focus on relaxation and time out between game drives.
Dining
The double-volume main area houses a lounge, bar and both indoor and outdoor dining spaces, with an outdoor deck leading to a swimming pool. Bush breakfasts and lantern-lit dinners can be arranged, and the campfire is the natural gathering point for a post-dinner drink.
Price Includes
- Accommodation in a standard suite
- All meals
- House drinks
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- Excludes: park entry and concession fees, game drives, airstrip transfers, champagne and premium drinks
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup.
The same as booking direct
Rates and dates.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 31 May 2027
Peak / migration
1 Jun 2026 – 30 Sept 2026
Full Board - All meals and selected drinks
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th September 2026. Details
$1,480
per person · night
Shoulder
1 Oct 2026 – 9 Dec 2026
Full Board - All meals and selected drinks
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th September 2026. Details
$850
per person · night
Festive
10 Dec 2026 – 5 Jan 2027
Full Board - All meals and selected drinks
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th September 2026. Details
$1,480
per person · night
Festive
6 Jan 2027 – 28 Feb 2027
Full Board - All meals and selected drinks
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th September 2026. Details
$850
per person · night
Green season
1 Mar 2027 – 31 May 2027
Full Board - All meals and selected drinks
Included. Complimentary travel insurance, with cancellation cover of up to $5,000 per person, on bookings paid by 25th September 2026. Details
$585
per person · night
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
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Your specialist for this lodge
Safari Specialist - Southern Africa & East Africa
Knows Lemala Nanyukie Lodge backwards. Your direct contact from first enquiry to the day you come home.
With Leigh-Ann across the team.
"Jolene was simply extraordinary. She put together what became an absolutely incredible African trip for us in the space of barely three weeks, and from the outset her responsiveness, knowledge and genuine enthusiasm were exceptional. Nothing was ever too much trouble, responses were almost immediate, and she very quickly understood exactly what we were looking for, our expectations and the way we like to travel. More than simply being an expert at what she does, Jolene genuinely cared about making the trip special for us, and that came through in every aspect of her planning. What particularly impressed us was the flexibility with which she brought everything together. We already had some of our own arrangements in place, including international flights and staying with friends in Cape Town, but Jolene seamlessly incorporated those into the overall itinerary and still organised all the surrounding logistics and transfers. The safari component she designed was outstanding, taking us through Kruger, Victoria Falls, Chobe and the Okavango Delta, before finishing in Cape Town and the Stellenbosch wine region. Every part flowed beautifully and the lodges, experiences and logistics were exceptional. Just as importantly, Jolene stayed in contact throughout the trip at all the key moments, which made travelling so much easier. She would check us in for our internal flights and send through the boarding passes, confirm transfers the day before each pick-up, and make sure everything was in place before we ever had to think about it. That attention to detail, and the fact that she was always one step ahead, removed so much of the usual travel stress and allowed us simply to enjoy the trip. It was genuinely the trip of a lifetime, put together in an extraordinarily short timeframe, and Jolene deserves enormous credit for making it all happen. We could not recommend her highly enough."
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From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Lemala Nanyukie Lodge: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
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