&Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Step into an opulent wonderland on the crest of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Stay in unadulterated luxury and enjoy the views, the wealth of animals and the knowledge that you're on the rim of the world's largest, thankfully extinct, unfilled volcanic crater.

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About &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Voted one of the top 10 hotels on the planet, Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is undoubtedly one of the most opulent lodges in Africa. And yet, while no expense has been spared to ensure your every need is catered for, the main attraction is the lodge's setting – on the rim of the famous and archaeologically significant Ngorongoro Crater. Both lodge and crater lie at the heart of an 8,300-square-kilometre conservation area that is home to an astonishing selection of wildlife, including hippo, antelope, buffalo, black rhino, one of the highest carnivore densities in the world and plentiful bird species.

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From $1,590 person/night

Lodge

30 Rooms

Crater Rim, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

sumptuous safari suites at andbeyond ngorongoro crater lodge on a luxury tanznia safari offers breathtaking views.

safari suites with magnificent crater views at andbeyond ngorongoro crater lodge on a luxury tanznia safari.

What you'll love

The lodge is one of the only ones in the area with a view of the crater floor and it's spectacular in every sense of the word. Gaze at the sprawling vistas from just about every spot in camp - including the bathrooms!

Insiders tip

The rooms are designed for romance and splendour, but if you're looking for additional privacy, request to stay in the lower camp. It has an intimate dinning room with a view that will make you feel like an eagle soaring above the crater.

Something to think about

The decor style has many fantastical elements that makes this a standout lodge, but might not be quite to everyone's taste.

The property

Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is divided into three camps – North, South and Tree Camp. North and South are identical, while Tree Camp has slightly smaller guest rooms. Maasai manyatta (homestead) meets baronial manor in the architecture and furnishings throughout, creating an extravagant yet homely atmosphere. Each camp has its own communal area (the one at Tree Camp is built around a gigantic tree; at South Camp it's quirky), and all offer panoramic views of the crater.

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The rooms

The three camps encompass 30 stand-alone rooms, all extravagantly decorated in a style that's both engaging and comfortable. All have a fireplace, a sitting area, a balcony with big views and an en-suite bathroom with two basins, a shower and a bathtub that is filled with hot water and strewn with rose petals every evening by your personal butler. You have to be escorted to and from your room at night and early in the morning, for (animal) safety reasons.

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Activities

Cultural

Game Drives

Bush Walks

Morning and evening game drives take 20–30 minutes to reach the crater floor, when you'll need to have your camera primed for constant use. (TIP: Pre-order breakfast to take on a morning drive; there's nowhere better to have it.) The lodge also offers guided walking safaris around the crater rim, visits to a Maasai cultural village to browse through the crafts, and excursions to beautiful lakes Ndutu and Eyasi or the Olduvai Gorge. Or simply relax and enjoy the views.

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Positive impact

A pioneer in sustainable tourism since 1991, &Beyond aims to expand its impact by 2030. Through partnerships and doubling investment, they have set a target of conserving 40 million acres of key biospheres while offering exclusive travel experiences. By doubling revenue and tripling profit, they seek to leave a positive footprint in Africa, Asia, and South America, empowering communities and preserving wildlife.

About Ngorongoro Crater

Ngorongoro Crater

The jewel in Tanzania’s crown where the Big Five roam free and there’s an animal around every corner.

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Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Elephant

Abundant

Giraffe

Rare

Hippo

Occasional

Black Rhino

Occasional

White Rhino

None

Lion

Abundant

Cheetah

Occasional

Leopard

Occasional

Hyena

Occasional

Wildebeest

Abundant

Buffalo

Abundant

Zebra

Abundant

Warthog

Abundant

Wild Dog

Rare

Meerkat

None

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The Ngorongoro Crater, also known as Africa's Eden, is a place of remarkable beauty and diversity, with a mix of forest, savannah and grassland providing the perfect environment for wildlife to thrive. On the crater floor, experience the Big Five with great black rhino encounters, dense numbers of wildebeest, zebra, eland and exciting lions and cheetah sightings.

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