The Manor at Ngorongoro

Step into a world suspended in time at The Manor at Ngorongoro. This stately Afro-European estate, nestled within a 1,500-acre coffee plantation, offers 20 unapologetically luxurious suites with private fireplaces, heated floors, and old-world elegance in the heart of the Ngorongoro highlands.

Details

The Manor at Ngorongoro is a masterpiece of “casual elegance,” capturing the stately grandeur of a traditional African coffee plantation. Sunlight gleams off its whitewashed stucco buildings, standing in stark contrast to the rich red earth and neat rows of verdant coffee plants. This is a place of soaring spaces and fine details, where the charm of an equestrian stable meets world-class luxury.

The main manor house is the heart of the estate, designed with an emphasis on light and space. Guests can lose themselves in the library, enjoy a game of pool in the basement game room, or retreat to the high-tech media room with its giant projection screen. Outside, well-manicured lawns blend into tangled flower beds of roses and bougainvillea, while the citrus aroma of lemon sage wafts on the highland breeze.

The Highlands Sanctuary

Perched on an elevated crest of the Shangri-La estate, The Manor is perfectly positioned between two of Tanzania’s most iconic natural wonders.

The Tactical Advantage:

Dual-Park Access: The estate offers effortless access to both the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park, making it the premier base for exploring the northern highlands.
Coffee Plantation Setting: Situated within 1,500 acres of fertile farmland, the lodge provides a serene and cool retreat from the dust of the safari trail.
The “Shangri-La” Experience: The estate’s size allows for unique activities rarely found at other lodges, including horseback riding through the coffee groves and private nature walks.

Private Luxury Cottages

The Manor features 18 private guest suites (arranged in cottages of two) and a magnificent Stable Cottage for families. Each room is a private haven of “unapologetic luxury.”

The Guest Experience:

The Fireplace Suite: A central fireplace forms the heart of each room, built into a wall that divides the space into a cozy living room and an elevated master bedroom.
Highland Comfort: To combat the cool mountain air, every en suite bathroom features heated tile floors controlled by a personal thermostat, alongside a rainfall shower and an oversized porcelain soaking tub.
Refined Details: Guests can unwind on oversized leather sofas or rocking chairs with a glass of complimentary sherry, surrounded by rich fabrics and fine linens.

Equestrian Style: Each cottage is accessed via a handsome stable-style door, reinforcing the lodge’s heritage as a grand country estate.

Plantation Elegance

Dining at The Manor is a sophisticated affair, utilizing fresh herbs and produce grown directly in the estate’s gardens.

Elegance Personified: Evening meals are formal, served under softly glowing chandeliers in a dining room featuring French doors that open to an al fresco veranda.
Customized Dining: Guests order from a daily rotating a la carte menu, with selections ranging from delicate soups and fresh salads to hearty highland beef and decadent desserts.
Inclusive Hospitality: All house beverages—including soft drinks, beer, and selected wines—are complimentary for the duration of your stay.
Social Hubs: The mahogany-toned bar, complete with a grand piano and open fireplaces, provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for post-dinner drinks.

Spa & Wellness: A world-class spa offers professional treatments to rejuvenate guests after a long day in the Crater.
Equestrian Stables: The Manor is unique in offering horse-back rides through the lush coffee plantation.
Home Theater & Game Room: Modern entertainment including a pool table and a cinema-style projection room.
Complimentary Services: Both laundry and wireless internet are provided on a complimentary basis.

Nearby Attractions

Seasonal Highlights

Month	Season	Weather	Wildlife Sightings	Rec.
Jan	Green Season	60 - 85 F Mostly sunny with few showers	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Feb	Green Season	60 - 85 F Mostly sunny with few showers	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Mar	Green Season	60 - 83 F Mostly sunny with few showers	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Apr	Green Season	60 - 83 F Mostly sunny with few showers	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
May	Northward Migration	56 - 81 F Mostly sunny	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Jun	Beginning of Dry Season	56 - 81 F Mostly sunny	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Jul	Dry Season	60 - 83 F Mostly sunny	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Aug	Dry Season	55 - 81 F Mostly sunny	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Sep	Dry Season	55 - 81 F Mostly sunny	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Oct	Dry Season	60 - 83 F Mostly sunny	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Nov	Southward Migration	60 - 83 F Mostly sunny with few showers	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes
Dec	Beginning of Green Season	60 - 83 F Mostly sunny with few showers	Elephant, Baboons, Giraffe, Impala, Birding	Yes