The Manor at Ngorongoro

The Manor at Ngorongoro is within a working coffee farm bordering the Ngorongoro Crater rim forest. This unique boutique hotel is set amongst beautiful gardens and green coffee fields. The Manor at Ngorongoro, with its luxurious cottages and magnificent Manor House, brings “old-world” grandeur to a green and lush setting. Think cigars and brandy, elegant fine dining, and post-dinner snooker. The Manor is one of the most lavish properties on the safari circuit.

Situated on one of the oldest coffee plantations in East Africa, and an area of Dutch settlement; the classical Cape-Dutch architecture of The Manor is a fitting tribute to the rich history of the area.

The Manor has easy access to both the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park, famed for its flamingos. A luxurious safari base, with a spa, swimming pool, and stable of horses to explore the surrounding coffee plantations and countryside. The Manor also arranges special picnics and sundowners within the estate and coffee tours for those interested in learning more about Tanzania’s famous coffee trade. There is a billiards room and a cinema.

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The Manor at Ngorongoro Accommodation

Accommodation at The Manor at Ngorongoro is either in the Manor Cottage Suites for up to 3 x adults; or in the standalone family suite.

Accommodation Amenities:

Bathrobes and slippers
Complimentary bottled mineral water
Tea and coffee-making facilities
A complimentary jar of homemade cookies
Private wooden sun terrace and loungers
In-room electronic safe
Writing desk and stationery set
Nightly turndown service
Internal telephone system
Laundry services are available.

Manor Cottage Suites (58m2)

Each of the 18 x Manor Cottage Suites has its own private entrance, and adjoining private sun terrace. A double open-fronted log-burning fireplace divides a room interior that mirrors the traditional Cape Dutch architecture. The en suite bath and shower room have a Victorian-style claw-footed bath, as well as twin vanity basins and a large ‘rainfall’ shower. There is nothing like returning from a day out on safari to a hot bubbly soak in your Victorian bathtub.

The cottage suites can accommodate up to 3 x adults.

Stable Cottage (116m2)

An exclusive family unit, The Stable Cottage is located to the rear of the riding stables, separate from the main Manor house. It has 3 x guest bedrooms with 3 x bathrooms. Each bathroom boasts a luxurious Victorian bath, rain shower, and a fireplace. An expansive living area incorporates a lounge area, TV room, and dining room. Guests can dine privately, and be thoroughly immersed in the enjoyment of those all-too-rare family holidays.
The Stable Cottage is the ideal location to accommodate a family or group of friends in comfort and privacy.

Accommodation for up to 6 persons (4 x adults & 2 x children)

The Manor at Ngorongoro Activities

Guests can enjoy an array of activities such as lunch on the Ngorongoro Crater Floor, a game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park, and horse riding around the 1500-acre coffee estate.

Game Drives in Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation Area

Ngorongoro Crater is unofficially the “Eight Wonder of the World”. Visitors will understand instantly when they reach the first viewing point on the lip of the crater and take in the majesty of the ecological wonder.

The Ngorongoro crater is a breathtaking sight, and firmly deserves the unofficial title of “eighth wonder of the world”. The crater floor is a Garden of Eden for wildlife viewing, with one of the highest densities of wildlife in Africa. Lions, elephants, buffalo, impala, cheetahs, black rhinos, serval cats, hyenas, jackals, and zebra. To name just a few.

Descending to the floor of the crater, guests are treated to a magnificent wildlife spectacle as they traverse a variety of landscapes, from open grasslands dotted with game, soda lakes colored pink with flamingos, and dense riverine woodland, with the rising walls of the crater framing every view. There is a resident population of Ngorongoro lions, as well as wildebeest, buffalo, zebra, and rhino.

A half-day or full-day game drive into the Ngorongoro Crater is included in a Game Package

The Manor has special permission to host bush lunches in a private campsite area of the Crater, away from the crowds. The Crater lunch sites are subject to availability and early bookings are recommended. All Manor lunches in the Crater (regardless if in a private campsite location) are gourmet hamper affairs, under a shady awning from the side of the car, with tables and chairs.

Horse Riding

Take a canter or a leisurely walk on a horse through the fertile grounds of the surrounding gardens and coffee plantation. The Manor has a stable of horses and ponies suitable for most ages. End off with a picnic or sundowner for the perfect African safari experience.

Horse riding is at an additional cost.

Day Excursions Lake Manyara National Park or Olduvai Gorge

Lake Manyara National Park is known for its astounding variety of landscapes for its relatively smaller size compared to other well-known parks on the Northern Tanzanian circuit. From dense forests to soda lake wetlands, open grasslands, and acacia thickets, the variety is superseded only by the variety of wildlife found throughout.
In each variety of landscape, unique animals are found, from bushbuck and blue monkeys in the forest, antelopes, and cheetahs in the grasslands, hippos, and flamingos in the wetlands, and tree-climbing lions and elephants in the acacia woodlands.

Olduvai Gorge is one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in East Africa and is famed as the place where Louis and Mary Leakey made some of the most important discoveries of early hominids. A still active excavation site, visit the place where some of the earliest hominids lived and breathed.

A full-day excursion is included in a Game Package

Coffee Tours

The Manor at Ngorongoro is located on a working coffee estate called Shangri-La. Take a tour to learn more about the world’s most famous morning beverage!

Mountain Biking

Take one of The Manor’s mountain bikes and explore the surrounding gardens and coffee estate at your own leisure.

Mountain biking is included in Game Package.

Massage and Spa Treatments

When not exploring why not indulge in a pampering massage or treatment from The Manor’s own spa?

Spa treatments are not included in Game Package.

How To Get There

Lake Manyara Airstrip is a 30 min flight from Arusha Airport and a 60-minute drive from the lodge.
Scheduled flights departing Arusha
Private charter from anywhere into Lake Manyara airstrip
Helicopter landing permitted at Lake Manyara Airstrip
The Manor is on the Elewana SkySafari Tanzania Classic itinerary

When To Go

The wet months are from November to May, with March & April having the heaviest rains.
The rest of the year has cool misty mornings, warm days, and chilly evenings.

Altitude: Approximately 3310 – 11959ft
Being in an area of high altitude with cold nights, the risk of malaria is extremely low. Cottage suites are sealed against mosquitoes at night.

Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro Rates

Rates at The Manor at Ngorongoro are either on a full-board basis (meals and accommodation) or the game package. This is ideal for guests flying into the camp as all game drives are included. See below for more details.

Manor Suites Rates at The Manor at Ngorongoro

The Game package rates:

Stable Cottage Rates at The Manor at Ngorongoro

All rates are in U.S. Dollars and include the service charges, VAT, and Tourism Development Levy.
The rates exclude champagne, private cellar wines, and premium spirits.

Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) Fee is payable only when visiting the NCAA and the Ngorongoro Crater. Lake Manyara Park Fee is payable when visiting Lake Manyara National Park. However, the above game package rates include Ngorongoro Crater Vehicle Service Fee for one day trip per booking, additional trips to Crater will attract applicable charges.

Rates Include/Exclude and Child Policy

The Full Board (FB) Rates

Full board rates include accommodation, all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), soft drinks, beer, house wines, selected spirits, teas, coffees, refreshments (on the property), and laundry services.

The Game Package (GP) Rates

Game package rates include the full-board package, PLUS
Scheduled and shared day and night game drives, guided walking safari, bush sundowners, and transfers to and from designated airstrips

Family Safaris at Ngorongoro Crater

The Stable Cottage at The Manor at Ngorongoro is ideal for families with 3 guest rooms (sleeping a family of up to 6 people). There is also a games room and private dining with a children’s menu. Kids can enjoy many activities here.

Children’s Activities

Pony riding (around the property) and horse riding (around the coffee plantation for more experienced riders) for up to 1 or 2 hours.
Satellite TV in a private Cinema room
Coffee Tours around the plantation (these are usually accompanied by adults).
‘L’il Bee’ massage treatments
A visit to the local farm to see the animals
Guided scenic / nature walks around the property with an activity book to identify as many animals, birds, and beetles as possible.
Croquet
Kiddies movie nights
Strawberry and carrot picking from the veggie patch (then feed the kids strawberries and the horses carrots)
Children’s menu

The Manor at Ngorongoro Accommodation Special Offers

Elewana Circuit Discount

Stay longer at any combination of Elewana Collection properties and get great discounts:
6+ nights: 10%
9+ nights: 15%
12+ nights: 20%
These include:
Tarangire Treetops, The Manor at Ngorongoro, Serengeti Migration Camp, Serengeti Pioneer Camp, Kilindi Zanzibar in Tanzania
OR:
Loisaba Tented Camp, Loisaba Star Beds, Loisaba Lodo Springs, Lewa Safari Camp, Kifaru House Lewa, Sand River Mara, Elephant Pepper Camp, Tortilis Camp Amboseli, Elsa’s Kopje or AfroChic, Diani Beach in Kenya.

The circuit special excludes stays at Arusha Coffee Lodge.

Double Circuit Discount

Double Circuit Discount on 6 or 9 nights so 20% and 30% discount!
Book by 20th March 2023
For travel from 7th March – 31st May & 1st November – 15th December 2023

OR:

Bush and Beach Combination Offer

Get 25% off your accommodation at Kilindi, Zanzibar when combined with 3 nights at any Elewana Bush property.
These include Tarangire Treetops, The Manor at Ngorongoro, Serengeti Migration Camp, and Serengeti Pioneer Camp.
High Season Included!
A minimum of a 3-night stay at Kilindi Zanzibar.
Valid until 31st March 2023

Advance Purchase Special Offer

Stay 4+ nights and save 10%, stay 7+ nights and save 15%,
stay 10+ nights and save 20%
Applicable when combining one or more properties, excluding Arusha Coffee Lodge.
Cannot be combined with any other special offer.
Bookings must be made a minimum of 90 days prior to arrival. All bookings must be paid in full upon booking confirmation.
Subject to availability and blackout dates apply*. Valid for Non-resident rates only.
Terms & Conditions apply. Valid until 31st December 2023.

*Black out dates: 1st July – 31st October and 20th December – 5th January

Returning Guest Discount

Returning Guests get an additional 5% discount on their accommodation at any Elewana property! Can combine with other offers.
Valid until 30th June 2023

Ultimate Exclusivity

Stay 4 nights and get complimentary private vehicle and guide (worth min. $2000)

Offer valid between: 1st March – 31st May, 1st November – 15th December 2023

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