andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

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Amid the remarkable pleasures of rural Tanzania, &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater stands out as a highly comfortable abode. The location alone is hypnotising. Combine this with wonderful design, service and activities and it’s easily a top choice for Ngorongoro.

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Stay at andBeyond Ngorongoro

Tucked beside one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders, this boutique resort is where pastoral dreams are born and bred. The rim of Ngorongoro’s ancient caldera waits to welcome you. Even entering your camp suite is a grand affair, as you take in a mirage of chandeliers and Persian rugs, gloriously balanced with wooden walls and floors.Beyond the banana leaf thatched roof of your new home, wildlife runs free. The endangered black rhinos and tusked elephants roam. Expect spontaneous encounters with these majestic creatures, followed by fine dining and scenic evening baths. Curl up by the fireplace, exchanging stories. Who knows what surprises morning will bring?

Location

Sat on the side of the famed Ngorongoro Crater, the property is a 1.5 hour drive from Lake Manyara Airstrip. It is an ideal base for exploring this 3-million-year-old caldera, as well as the surrounding conservation zone.

Rooms

A total of 30 suites make up the luxury lodge, which is split between the North, South and Tree Camps. Each camp is intimate, with stays featuring fireplaces, verandas and floor-to-ceiling windows capturing the beauty of untamed Tanzania.

Who is it for

The hotel welcomes families with children aged 5 and over. Couples and honeymooners, too, will relish the rustic and romantic ambience ingrained here.

Facilities & activities

Facilities embed the spirit of nature. Discreet butler service, in-room spa services and crater dining all offer an immersive experience. Activities range from walking safaris and game drives, to cultural visits to meet the Maasai & Hadzabe tribes. Each camp also features its own communal dining room and lounge.