Perched high in the lush hills of Karatu, nestled beside the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, The Manor at Ngorongoro is where East African wilderness meets old-world elegance. Blending the soul of a classic safari with the charm of a historic Cape Dutch estate, this retreat offers an opulent pause between Tanzania’s iconic safari destinations.
At Eagle Soul Adventure, we believe luxury should feel like home—deeply personal, peaceful, and poised. The Manor embodies this philosophy, inviting you to slow down, sip fresh Tanzanian coffee, and prepare for one of the world’s most extraordinary wildlife experiences: the Ngorongoro Crater.
Location:
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Situated in the Ngorongoro Highlands, just a short drive from the crater rim
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Located on the 5,000-acre Shangri-La Coffee Estate
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Ideal base between Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park
Best Time to Visit:
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June to October: Dry season, excellent for wildlife in the crater
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December to March: Lush green landscapes and calving season
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Year-round: Mild highland climate, rich birdlife, and quiet forest trails
Lodge Design & Ambience:
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Inspired by Cape Dutch architecture, with whitewashed walls, gables, and fireplaces
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9 elegant manor cottages + 1 family cottage, all with private lounges and butler service
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Rich interiors: wood-burning fireplaces, freestanding bathtubs, and antique furnishings
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Lush gardens, rose bushes, and panoramic coffee fields all around
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Exclusive guest areas: grand dining room, billiards room, spa, and cinema
Room Features Include:
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King-size beds with fine linens
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Spacious ensuite bathrooms with rain showers & soaking tubs
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Fireplaces in bedroom and lounge
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Private verandas with garden or forest views
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In-room dining and spa treatments available
Culinary Experience:
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Farm-to-table dining with fresh estate-grown vegetables and herbs
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Elegant silver-service dinners paired with premium wines
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Afternoon tea overlooking the gardens
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Private dining on request: in-room, picnic-style, or outdoor under the stars
Signature Experiences:
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Private game drive into the Ngorongoro Crater with expert guide
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Horseback riding through coffee plantations and rolling hills
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Coffee estate tours and tastings
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In-room massages and wellness treatments
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Cultural excursions to nearby communities and markets
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Optional day trips to Lake Manyara or Tarangire
Where most safari lodges blend into the bush, The Manor at Ngorongoro stands apart—an elegant sanctuary in the highlands where you can rest, reflect, and reconnect before or after intense game drives. It's ideal for honeymooners, multi-day explorers, and those who appreciate the grace of yesteryear paired with modern comfort.
It’s also perfect for travelers seeking more than just game viewing—offering a holistic safari-lifestyle experience, from horseback trails to fireside storytelling, spa rituals to crater picnics.
Your Highland Hideaway Awaits:
At Eagle Soul Adventure, we design safaris that balance adrenaline with serenity, exploration with restoration. The Manor at Ngorongoro is the soul-soothing pause between the wild drama of Tarangire and the roaring plains of Serengeti.
Let us lead you there. Walk among coffee trees. Ride into misty hills. Dine like royalty beneath the stars. And descend into the Ngorongoro Crater knowing you are exactly where you’re meant to be.
Book your journey today with Eagle Soul Adventure—where luxury meets meaning.
