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The Retreat at Ngorongoro

The Retreat at Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro

The lodge is set in 30 acres of grounds, near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in northern Tanzania, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set against the breath-taking backdrop of the highlands, this boutique lodge offers a wildlife experience in one of Africa's most remarkable natural environments. The Ngorongoro region is famed for its dramatic landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and extraordinary concentration of wildlife.

One of the lodge's highlights is its proximity to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas and a haven for wildlife. The crater floor is home to an incredible diversity of species, including the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. On game drives into the crater, you might also see hyenas, zebras, wildebeest, and a variety of antelope. The area is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 500 species recorded in the region.

In between game drives, there’s a pool for a refreshing dip, a gym, a TV lounge and a spa.

In addition to game drives, the lodge offers guided walking tours, cultural experiences with the Maasai people, and excursions to nearby attractions such as the Olduvai Gorge, known as the "Cradle of Mankind."

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Amenities

Activities, Bar, Game Drives, Restaurant, Safari Style All Inclusive, Spa, Swimming Pool, Walking & Trekking

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Other Options

Located in the heart of Waigani, the commercial and governmental hub of Port Morseby, the hotel is connected to Vision City Mega Mall, a premier shopping mall which also a bank, nightclub, cinema, supermarket, and an array of restaurants. You’re well located for city sightseeing, if you have some time to spare do visit the Port Moresby Nature Park for a close-up view of the country’s wildlife including tree kangaroos and even birds of paradise. There’s a choice dining at the on-site restaurants, serving delicious local and international dishes or relaxing at the bar with a refreshing drink. Additional amenities and services include a swimming pool, a fitness centre. The rooms are light, spacious, and have air conditioning, Wi-Fi, television, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer.

The Stanley

Port Moresby

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This beautiful wilderness lodge is set 7100 feet above sea level, on the outer fringes of the Kubor Range, with panoramic views of the Wahgi Valley below, the surrounding area is pristine rainforest and home to numerous orchid species. The lodge has hours of walking trails providing ample opportunity to explore the unique ecology of this area. There are over 180 species of birds including ten species of bird of paradise. All just a 40 minute drive from Mt Hagen. You’ll find a restaurant, lounge and bar as well as an attractive terrace with fireplace for chilly evenings. The gift shop is the ideal place to pick up a souvenir. The lodge prides itself of using local product so the food you eat is likely to have been grown just a short distance away. There are 24 rooms with en-suite bathrooms and warmed king beds for those fresh highland nights, each has a private terrace and sitting area.

Rondon Ridge

The Highlands

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Nestled amongst the Doma Peaks near Tari and sitting almost 7000 feet above sea level, the lodge enjoys magnificent views of the Tari Valley below. Home to one of the most immediately recognizable cultures in Papua New Guinea - the "Huli Wigmen". A proud, flamboyant tribe known for their ornate ceremonial "wigs" with dances and songs fashioned on that of the mating rituals of the Birds of Paradise - an encounter with the Huli's is bound to be memorable. You will find a restaurant, lounge and bar as well as beautiful gardens to explore where you may be lucky enough to spot some of the local birds. Ambua's rain forests have been the star of many a wildlife documentary. An incredible 217 species have been recorded here it is home to 13 different species of bird of paradise. Rooms are in 30 round houses, set amongst landscaped gardens and built almost exclusively from natural materials. Each one has 180 degree picture windows to soak in the view, en-suite bathrooms and electric blankets and continental quilts for the cool highland evenings. There are also some modern hotel rooms with similar facilities.

Ambua Lodge

The Highlands

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How our Tent Ratings work

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These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

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It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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Your Adventure, Your Way

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+44 (0)7516 766404

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enquiries@briggatetravel.com

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