Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
fairytale castle in a volcano crater, Tanzania
- 30 suites
- From $ 2235 per person
- African Baroque
A volcanic
wonder
A crown jewel of the Great Rift Valley, the Ngorongoro Crater, is a colossal spectacle, spanning 265 square kilometers. From above, it resembles a verdant bowl, a tapestry of greens woven over 2.5 million years since its formation. Lush forests and thickets blanket the slopes and floor, punctuated by the shimmering blues of rivers and lakes. Perched on the very edge of this natural wonder lies the Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, a veritable kingdom of roses.
The lodge blends rustic ethnic charm with baroque opulence. Antique crystal chandeliers dangle from soaring, vaulted banana-leaf ceilings. Raw silk drapes frame floor-to-ceiling windows. Teak paneling and antique furnishings mingle with crafted statuettes and vases. A large English-style fireplace chimney juts from the thatched roof. And everywhere, roses of every hue and size reign supreme.
The Ngorongoro Crater teems with wildlife, home to about 30,000 animals. Elephants, black rhinos, hippos, lions, leopards, buffalo, antelope, and zebras roam. Over 100 bird species, including a vibrant population of pink flamingos, grace the skies.
Beyond the breathtaking safari experiences, guests can indulge in a gourmet lunch on the crater floor, rejuvenating massages with natural essential oils, captivating Maasai drumming performances, jewelry-making workshops, romantic rose-petal-strewn dinners, and excursions to Olduvai Gorge, Lake Eyasi, and Empakai Crater (the latter a challenging but rewarding hike). While these bespoke experiences come at an additional cost, they are worth it.
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge – on the edge of the crater of an ancient volcano.
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A sense of extraterrestrial civilization
The camp is nestled on the slope of Olmoti Volcano in the mountain forest, close to the Ngorongoro Crater. There are eight dome-shaped bungalows. Each room has panoramic glazing, through which you can observe the landscape of the Serengeti National Park, special windows-illuminators, so that the beauty of the starry African sky to hide from you. While staying at the campsite, you can walk along the ancient Maasai trail to the top of Olmoti volcano or to the Empakai crater, famous for its alkaline lake and countless flamingos.
A sense of extraterrestrial civilization
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is nestled on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater and combines simple ethnicity with baroque chic. And there are roses of all shades and sizes! The crater is literally full of animals and birds. Especially a lot of pink flamingos. In addition to the exciting safari, you can enjoy a sumptuous lunch at the bottom of the crater, a therapeutic massage with natural essential oils, a performance by Maasai drummers, a jewelry-making workshop, excursions to Olduvai Gorge, Lake Eyasi and Empakai Crater.
A sense of extraterrestrial civilization
Lemala Ngorongoro Camp is very conveniently located east of the crater, in the thicket of an old acacia forest. It takes 10-15 minutes to get to the bottom of the crater and you will be there sooner than guests at other camps. The interior of the spacious tents is rustic in style. The tent dining area is reminiscent of the best restaurants in the Wild West. Apart from the stunning safari, highland walks, you can enjoy a sumptuous picnic lunch at the bottom of the crater. A children’s entertainment program enthralls young guests.
A sense of extraterrestrial civilization
Want to vacation in Africa, but as if you’ve never left Europe? Elewana The Manor coffee plantation is located just south of the famous Ngorongoro Crater. Nineteen colonial-style cottages flank the main mansion in a semicircle. African décor and Dutch planter-style fireplaces add an exotic touch to the austere luxury of the interior. There are plenty of activities to suit all tastes: a visit to the extinct volcano Ngorongoro, a trip to Lake Manyara and Olduvai Gorge, horseback riding and mountain biking.
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