145 kilometers from Arusha, you will find the Manor at Ngorongoro, a luxury lodge located north west of Tanzania. The scenic journey there takes you through the Rift Valley, climbing the steppe and onto the green and rolling hills south of the Ngorongoro Crater. Here, you will find a hidden secret, located in one of the oldest coffee plantations in East Africa. The Manor at Ngorongoro is a truly undeniable surprise and one that offers the ultimate home-away-from-home experience.

Comprising of 9 luxurious cottages (18 suites), a family cottage and the magnificent Main Manor, The Manor at Ngorongoro which boasts of a quaint Cape Dutch-style architecture is among the first safari lodges in the region to blend East African hospitality with old-world Afro-European architecture and decor. Located within a 1500-acre Arabica coffee estate adjacent to the world famous Ngorongoro Conservation area, the Manor brings back memories of an elegant upcountry farm home.

The intimate and private cottages have ensuite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor fireplaces and private decks that maximize the magnificent views. Each of the cottages is positioned to maximize the views of the adjacent verdant hills. The sumptuous meals that are offered in this high-end facility can be savoured in the formal dining room, privately inside one’s cottage or in the dining conservatory.  A selection of fine wine from the Manor’s own cellar then complements the African inspired fare. While not enjoying thrilling game drives at the Ngorongoro Crater, guests staying at the Manor at Ngorongoro can read one of the many books from the library whilst lounging in front of a cosy fireplace, or even relax and unwind in the sauna and steam room. Extra activities include guided estate walks, visit to a Masai Village, bicycle rides along the Ngorongoro Crater and even excursions to Ol Dupai Gorge or Lake Manyara National Park.

The Manor at Ngorongoro is one of the few lodges in Ngorongoro that provides the perfect environment to relax and take in the outstanding natural beauty of the gardens, the coffee-bush laden hills and also enjoy the drama that is Africa; The Ngorongoro Crater which is just but a short distance away.