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ngorongoro farm house β plantation-chalet retreat on a working coffee estate
Gardened plantation-style lodge on 500-acre coffee farm
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ngorongoro farm house sits on a 500-acre coffee plantation in the ngorongoro highlands with open verandas, hand-thatched roofs and colonial-style interiors that evoke the comfort of a classic farm estate. The gardens, vegetable plots and coffee rows are integral to the guest experience β guests stroll the farm, watch harvesting routines and enjoy farm-fresh produce at meals.
Overview
Plantation-Chalet Retreat on a Working Coffee Estate
The property reads like a refined country house rather than a camp: chalet-type rooms arranged at ground level with private terraces, lawns and a central main building housing the restaurant and terrace. Facilities β pool, massage cabin and a small souvenir shop β support relaxed downtime between excursions to the crater, lake eyasi or local highland attractions. This lodge suits families, couples, independent travellers and groups looking for a restful highland base with easy access to crater-country.
Why Choose ngorongoro farm house β plantation-chalet retreat on a working coffee estate
- βPlantation setting on 500 acres of working coffee β farm-to-table dining and guided farm walks.
- β52 comfortable chalet-style rooms (standard, suites, inter-connected family options) with private terraces.
- βPractical leisure facilities: outdoor swimming pool, massage cabin and souvenir shop.
- βClose crater access β only c.5 km from the lolduare gate for ngorongoro crater excursions.
- βEco-minded, family-friendly operation with 24-hour electricity and reliable guest services.
Accommodation
Rooms are chalet-type, set at ground level with private terraces or balconies overlooking gardens and the coffee plantation. Room types include standard rooms, interconnected family rooms, suites and quadruple rooms; bathrooms are fitted with showers and rooms come with tea/coffee trays, fans, mosquito nets and internal phones. Check-in 12:00 / check-out 10:00.
- βMain restaurant and lounge opening onto a large terrace with views to Oldeani volcano.
- βOutdoor swimming pool and sun terrace.
- βMassage cabin and basic spa treatments.
- βSouvenir shop, 24-hour electricity in guest areas, wi-fi in public spaces, laundry and free parking.
Dining & Culinary Experiences
The lodge champions farm-to-table dining: vegetables and some produce are grown on the property and used in daily menus. Meals are served in the dining room or on the terrace (weather permitting), and picnic-style lunches can be arranged for day trips to the crater or lake eyasi. Dietary requirements are accommodated with advance notice.
Facilities & Experiences
- βGuided farm and coffee-plantation walks β see bean-to-cup processes and organic garden plots.
- βDay excursions to ngorongoro crater (lolduare gate), lake eyasi cultural visits and volcano/walks in the highlands.
- βIn-house relaxation: pool sessions, massages and terrace-side sunset moments on the veranda.
- βCultural visits and interpretive experiences arranged through the lodge's community links.
Practical Information
Location & Access
Ngorongoro Farm House is located on the ngorongoro highlands about 5 km from the lolduare entrance gate to the ngorongoro conservation area. The lodge is approximately 150 km (β2Β½ hours) from arusha on largely tarmac routes; many guests link via scheduled or charter flights to manyara airstrip (β25 minutes) with a short onward road transfer. Trail Safari Explorers will coordinate the most efficient routing for your itinerary.
Bookings Through Trail Safari Explorers
Book & Enquire: info@trailsafariexplorers.com β’ +255 783 255 249


