The Retreat at Ngorongoro is a nature-inspired paradise set on over 60 acres of land overlooking the Ngorongoro Forest in Karatu. This exclusive sanctuary is located midway between Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater, about 2.5 hours from Arusha and just an hour's drive from the UNESCO World Heritage crater floor.
Each spacious cottage is tastefully appointed with local art, king or queen beds with mosquito nets, working fireplaces, and private decks overlooking the lush forest. Amenities include dual wash basins, rain shower heads, in-room safes, and writing desks. Accommodations range from singles and doubles to two-bedroom villas and interconnecting rooms sleeping up to 6 guests.
The property features an infinity swimming pool, restaurant serving homegrown produce, bar with signature cocktails, gym, spa, 1500-meter jogging trail, fishing lake, and amphitheater. When the retreat was built, over 40,000 indigenous trees were planted, attracting numerous bird species to this oasis. Activities include safari excursions to Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, and Lake Eyasi, as well as biking, Endoro Falls trekking, yoga, and visits to the Iraqw and Hadza tribes.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area combines dramatic highland scenery with access to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. The crater floor supports dense wildlife populations and excellent Big Five potential, including chances to spot black rhino in an extraordinary setting.
Lake Manyara National Park is a compact Rift Valley park with groundwater forest, escarpment views, and soda-lake habitats. It is a strong stop between Arusha and Ngorongoro, offering varied scenery, good wildlife density, and excellent birdwatching.
Tarangire National Park is famous for ancient baobab landscapes and some of Tanzania’s largest seasonal elephant herds. During the dry season, wildlife concentrates along the Tarangire River, making it one of the strongest parks for classic game drives and birding.
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