Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Ngorongoro Crater Lodge has been called the greatest safari lodge in the world. Between the natural wealth of the crater stretching at your feet and its astonishing architecture, it is easy to believe you have stepped into a world of pure fantasy.

Nearly three million years old, the ancient caldera is home to one of the most beautiful wildlife sanctuaries on the planet. Endangered black rhinos are safely protected inside; giant tuskers roam through the forests; male lions stalk the grasslands; and flamingos dot the soda lakes.

Nowhere else in the world can you wake up among the trappings of an elegant Baroque castle that transports you to one of Africa's most famous landscapes. An eclectic mix of teak panelling, Victorian furniture and extravagant African touches creates a sumptuous atmosphere, as elegant and unique as the crater itself. In this place of dramatic contrasts, anything is possible, and the natural luxury of the beautiful setting ensures that the spectacular interior of your suite blends seamlessly with its thatched, stilted architecture.

Divided into three camps, 30 suites with banana-leaf and grass-thatched roofs offer an intimate and exclusive experience. Each camp has its own living and dining rooms, with private butlers providing warm, personalized service. With ever-changing views as mist swirls over the vast wildlife below, the location is truly breathtaking. It is understandable that guests lose track of the era, or even the continent, they are experiencing at this lodge. Everything is designed to delight the imagination and enhance the spectacular views of the magnificent surroundings.