Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro
Description
Location: The Manor at Ngorongoro is located adjacent to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA), within the 1500 acre Shangri-La Estate in Karatu, about 20 km from NCA Lodoare gate, 45 km to Lake Manyara National Park and 165km from Arusha town.
Accommodation: The Manor at Ngorongoro consists of 20 luxurious cottage guest suites featuring old world Afro-European architecture and décor, en suite bathrooms with traditional bathtubs & rain showers, a private courtyard & deck, fireplaces, beautifully appointed furniture, safe deposit box, coffee or tea making facilities, hair dryers; with the three-bedroom family cottage in addition featuring separate entrance to each bedroom, private deck and courtyard, private dining area, large living room area with fi replaces; and home entertainment centre.
Facilities & Services: Forming the public area are the lounge & bar with access to outdoor decks; the intimate formal and casual dining areas; library with WiFi internet access. Other facilities include a swimming pool, massage, tennis courts, horse-back riding, coffee tasting and guided estate walks, snooker room, adult & children bicycle trail, safari boutique & art gallery.
Reminiscent of a country farm with quaint Cape Dutch style architecture, the Manor at Ngorongoro lies within the Shangri-La Arabica Coffee Estate, surrounded by lovely gardens amid the natural splendour of Tanzania. There are 18 guest suites set in nine cottages and your room will have its own courtyard, private deck and both indoor and outdoor fireplaces – perfect for stargazing or snuggling with a nightcap after a full-day on safari!
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FAQ
Next to the incredible Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the Manor nestles inside the wonderfully named 1,500-acre Shangri-La estate. The beautiful hills of the Tanzanian Highlands and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ngorongoro Crater are close by.
From Arusha, a journey by vehicle is around 2 hours and 45 minutes.
If you prefer to fly, thereby reducing your journey on the bumpy Tanzanian roads, there are flights from Arusha or Kilimanjaro Airports to Lake Manyara airstrip, Which is only a 60-minute flight and a 40-minute drive from the airstrip to the lodge.
Guests can check-in between 14.00 and 18.00 hours, while check-out is by 10.00 hours.
The following can be arranged; extra charges may apply:
- Game drives (for example, to Lake Manyara)
- lunch on the Ngorongoro Crater floor
- massage service
- horse-riding
- sundowner experience.
Guests can book either a Manor Suite or the Stable cottage.
Each suite has a King-sized bed, daily change of linen/towels, en suite bathroom with ‘rainfall’ shower, twin vanity basins, hairdryer, toiletries, mineral water, terrace with sun loungers, tea/ coffee making facilities, safe, desk with stationery, Wi-fi (in main Manor House only), internal phone, universal adaptors, and charging points. Room and laundry services are available on request.
The Stable Cottage is worth considering for those traveling as a family or friends. It is on two floors, away from the Manor House. It has a compact separate dining area and a lounge, perfectly suited for private meals.
Downstairs is the main and twin bedroom, each with its bathrooms containing a Victorian bathtub, refreshing rain shower, and fireplace. Also downstairs is a family lounge area, a great meeting point. Upstairs you will find the children’s twin room, children’s bathroom, and playroom with satellite TV.
In summary, the facilities of the Stable Cottage are accommodation for up to six people (4 adults and two children), daily change of linen/towels, en suite bathroom with ‘rainfall’ shower, twin vanity basins, hairdryer, toiletries, mineral water, terrace with sun loungers, tea/ coffee making facilities, safe, desk with stationery, Wi-fi (in main Manor House only), internal phone, universal adaptors, and charging points. Laundry and room service (later with a personal attendant) are available on request.
The Manor at Ngorongoro provides wheelchair access. For specific inquiries, please call to discuss in advance.
Yes, these services are available in The Manor at Ngorongoro.
All electricity in Tanzania is 240 volts AC, 50 Hz. For plugs, you will need UK Standard plugs (rectangular 3-pin). Our lodge operates on either generator or solar power, ensuring 24-hour electricity.
Yes, there are nets on every bed.
Free Wi-fi access is available in the main Manor House.
There is a fireplace in the bar area and the rooms themselves.
Of course, please see details of our Stable Cottage.
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Requires a minimum stay of 2 nights
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Location / Contacts
- Address : Ngorongoro, Arusha, Tanzania
- Phone : +255717590565
- Mail : info@bookings.tz
- Website : http://www.bookings.tz

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