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Africa Safari Karatu is a luxury safari lodge located on the edge of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The area became popular with early settlers and farmers because of its cool climate, green hills and beautiful views, with coffee being one of the most important crops. The rolling slopes of the extinct Ol Deani volcano are a striking feature of the landscape. The accommodation is located on top of a hill and offers a stunning view of the Northern Highlands, Lake Eyasi and its surroundings.
Due to the ideal location of Africa Safari Karatu, Lake Manyara National Park and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater are easily accessible. Africa Safari Karatu has two types of Bungalow Rooms, the Safari Comfort Bungalows and Safari Luxury Bungalows, whereas the Safari Luxury Bungalow is 10 square metres bigger than the Safari Comfort Bungalow and has a comfortable sofa in the seating area. Offering you all the luxury you wish for before or after your safari! All bungalows have their own balcony with a 180-degree view. The restaurant, bar and swimming pool will add to the feeling of being home away-from-home.
The stunning views of the Northern Highlands and Lake Eyasi that Africa Safari Karatu offers, together with its ideal location which allows easy access to Lake Manyara National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, makes this accommodation the perfect place to relax comfortably before or after your safari.
If you are looking for a comfortable safari lodge with amazing views of the Ngorongoro Highlands and Lake Eyasi, you have found the right place!
Enjoy your holiday in African Style!
Our bungalows are all decorated in traditional Swahili style.
Rooms
SAFARI LUXURY BUNGALOW
Thanks to the brick walls, the Safari Luxury Bungalows have a characteristic look and raw charm. The rooms are furnished with a double bed and one single bed, with on request a maximum of one double bed and two single beds. There is a seating area with a Chesterfield sofa, a bathroom with a washbasin, bathtub, shower and toilet. The Safari Luxury Bungalow is 60 square meters. Each room has its own private balcony of 10 square meters, nicely decorated with wooden furniture and offering a 180-degree view with on the left side Lake Eyasi and on the right the Ngorongoro Highlands.
There are 14 units available.
Facilities:
- Double bed (180 x 200) and/or two single beds (90x200)
- Quality mattresses and bed linen
- Inside seating area with a comfortable sofa
- Air Conditioning/ Heating Unit
- Fully equipped bathroom with bathtub and shower
- Charging points for mobile phones and cameras
- Mosquito nets
- Balcony with seating area
SAFARI COMFORT BUNGALOW
The Safari Comfort Bungalows have a characteristic look and raw charm due to the brick walls. The rooms are furnished with a double bed or two twin beds, with on request another single bed can be placed in the room. There is a seating area, a bathroom with a washbasin, shower and toilet. The Safari Comfort Bungalow is 50 square meters. Each room has its own private balcony of 10 square meters offering a 180-degree view with on the left side Lake Eyasi and on the right the Ngorongoro Highlands, and is nicely decorated with wooden furniture.
There are 10 units available.
Facilities:
- Double bed (180 x 200) or two single beds (90x200)
- Quality mattresses and bed linen
- Inside seating area
- Fully equipped bathroom
- Charging points for mobile phones and cameras
- Mosquito nets
- Balcony with seating area
SAFARI TENT
Small but cosy, basic but effective, perfect and at low cost. The Safari Tents are situated on the campsite close to the view with an amazing view of the Ngorongoro Highlands and Lake Eyasi. With 2 single beds inside and a small seating area outside, it's the perfect accommodation for those who want to go back to basics.
There are 5 tents available
Facilities:
- Shared toilet and (hot water) shower facilities
- Close to the pool, restaurant and bar
- Private location
- Very suitable for overland trucks, budget groups and backpackers
Highlights
- Views of the Northern Highlands
- Perfect overnight between Lake Manyara National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater
- WiFi by satellite
- Swimming pool
- Unique location and affordable
- Only 10km from the Ngorongoro Gate
- Located in the centre of the Northern Safari Circuit
- Nicely decorated bungalows with brick wall design
- Restaurant with a great view
- Variety of activities
Facilities
- Reception area
- Bar and Restaurant
The bar and restaurant of Africa Safari Karatu are located on a hill, offering an amazing 180 degree view of the Ngorongoro Highlands. The opening hours of the restaurant are: Breakfast: 05.30 - 10.00; Lunch: 13.00 - 14.30; Dinner: 19.00 - 21.00 - Comfort Bungalows
- Luxury Bungalows
- Safari Tents
- Swimming pool
- Free WIFI in restaurant and bar
- Electricity on solar energy and generator
- Water heated by solar energy
- 24-7 security
- Safari jeep with pop-up roof for hire (no self-drive) on request
- Official TATO safari desk (Tanzanian Association Tour Operator)
- Special Honeymoon and Wedding packages
- Special planning for Easter & Festive period
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