 Suites
Crater lodge consists of three adjacent, glamorous camps with 30
Maasai-inspired suites perched on stilts on the rim of the Ngorongoro
Crater. From the outside, this unobtrusive lodge resembles a magical
Maasai village, and was described by travel magazine, Discover Africa,
as "Versailles meets Maasai in the game lodge at the edge of
the world".
Set in classic crescents, each stone and thatch suite has spectacular
views of the crater from large glass windows in the bathroom, lounge
and bedroom, yet is almost invisible from the crater floor.
North and South Camp have 12 suites each, while intimate Tree Camp
has six suites. All have an en suite bathroom and chandelier-lit
bath-tub and shower. Inspired decor and eclectic design make these
romantic camps ideal for celebrating a special occasion.
Each sumptuous suite is discreetly tended by a personal butler,
who will bring you tea in bed, stoke your fireplace and draw your
bath, scattering the water with rose petals, ready for your enjoyment.
 Askaris (Maasai
warrior security guards) accompany you to and from your room at
night.
Interiors
The sumptuous colonial-style interiors combine silver, gold and
ruby colours under banana-leaf ceilings and grass roofs. Crystal
chandeliers hang above large gilt mirrors reflecting carved Zanzibar
wall panelling decorated with goldleaf.
Huge bowls filled with long-stemmed red roses complement the Persian
carpets and velvet bedspreads. Antiques, plump cushions, voluptuous
raw silk curtains and tall, leather-backed chairs complete the picture.
This opulent design blends with African art elements in unexpected
harmony.
Living Spaces
Each of the exclusive camps operates independently. They each have
a central living area and viewing decks overlooking the awesome
crater. Ancient African nights are evoked by the large fire bowls
that flank the entrance to each of the living and dining areas.
 There
is a communal curio shop and gallery. African artefacts and clothing
are on sale at the gallery/Maasai Market. When larger groups require
joint activities/meals, this can be handled with ease in North and
South Camps.
When larger groups require joint activities/meals, this can be
handled with ease in North and South Camp.
Cuisine
Pan-African cuisine is served in our outdoor dining area or dining
room, where evening log fires flicker between silver screens. The
domed dining room, with its welcoming fireplace, crystal, silver
and massive wooden platters, treat ever meal as a special occasion.
Truly food for the soul, this melange of traditional African recipes
is enhanced by Africa's famous spices - saffron, vanilla, cumin
and nutmeg.
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