Karatu Country Lodge
Located on the edge of Karatu, a small town in the Ngorongoro Highlands, Country Lodge Karatu is a peaceful place to stay, right between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This area is known for its green hills and farming community, making it a perfect spot to relax and explore northern Tanzania.
At Country Lodge Karatu, we offer simple, comfortable rooms in a beautiful setting. The lodge is surrounded by coffee farms and green hills, and we grow much of the food we serve. Karatu is a great place to stop before visiting Ngorongoro Crater, and it’s easy to go on day trips to Lake Manyara National Park or Lake Eyasi for a chance to learn about local cultures.
The lodge is set on five acres of beautiful gardens, with twelve cottages surrounded by flowers, trees, and lawns. The peaceful environment is perfect for relaxing, and you can enjoy the lovely gardens filled with birds and butterflies. At Country Lodge Karatu, we aim to offer you a warm welcome and authentic Tanzanian hospitality.
Country Lodge Karatu is part of the Bougainvillea Group of Lodges. We focus on providing a genuine Tanzanian experience with great service at an affordable price. Our friendly staff is always ready to help you have a memorable stay.
ACCOMMODATION
COMFORTABLE AND SIMPLY FURNISHED ROOMS.
Our twelve cottages are arranged around a swimming pool. You can choose between king-sized beds or twin beds, and we also offer triple rooms if needed. Each room has soft lighting, a comfortable bed, mosquito nets, and enough space to store your things. We also provide drinking water, a flashlight, and on colder nights, you can ask to have your fireplace lit. The bathrooms are made with local stone, and each room has a small area to hang clothes and store your belongings.
Relax on your private veranda and enjoy the beautiful garden, or write postcards while looking at the lovely surroundings.
Room Features:
- Private bathroom
- King or twin beds
- Mosquito nets
- Ample closet space
- Free Wi-Fi
- Sitting area
- Fireplace
- Veranda with seating
- Solar hot water
ACTIVITIES
Country Lodge Karatu is located near Karatu town, which has grown from a small village to a busy area with many visitors coming to explore Tanzania’s parks and wildlife. There are many things to do nearby, from wildlife safaris to cultural experiences.
You can visit Ngorongoro Crater, known as the “Garden of Eden” because of the wildlife living there. You can also take a trip to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its forests and different types of animals, or visit Tarangire National Park, known for elephants, especially in the dry season.
Not far from the lodge, you can visit the Hadzabe people, one of the last tribes in Africa that still live like hunters and gatherers. The Barabaig and Datoga people also live near Lake Eyasi, where you can learn about their unique cultures.
Karatu is a farming area that produces fruits, vegetables, wheat, and coffee. You can easily walk around the village, visit a coffee farm, or enjoy the beautiful country roads.
Things to Do Nearby:
- Shop in Karatu town
- Explore the village
- Visit a brickmaker’s workshop
- Go on a cultural tour
- Visit a coffee farm
- Birdwatch in the garden
- Walk along scenic country roads
- Hike in the Ngorongoro Forest
- Visit Lake Manyara National Park
- Take a day trip to Ngorongoro Crater
- Visit Lake Eyasi for cultural experiences
For more information or to book your stay, contact Gundua Africa Adventures: