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NGORONGORO CRATER LODGE 96.23%

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Breathtaking position above volcanic crater on edge of Serengeti.

ROOMS
30 villas in three camps: North and South (12 each) and Tree Camp (6). Maasai-inspired architecture by Silvio Rech, with audacious interiors (gilt mirrors; raw-silk drapes; oriental rugs; crystal chandeliers)

FOOD
Pan-African fusion in the domed dining room with its silverware and roaring fire

SERVICE
High standards maintained by managers CC Africa; personal butlers

FACILITES
Well positioned for safaris in Serengeti, Great Rift Valley, Olduvai Gorge (birthplace of humanity) as well as Ngorongoro Crater

COST
Doubles from US$890

CC Africa, Private Bag X27, Benmore 2010, Johannesburg, South Africa (00 27 11 809 4300; fax: 809 4400; www.ccafrica.com)