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Tanzania · Karatu · Plantation Lodge

Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge

A luxury lodge on a working coffee plantation next to the Ngorongoro Forest Reserve, an elegant base for the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and the Serengeti.

LocationKaratu, Tanzania
TypeLuxury plantation lodge
RoomsLuxury cottages
Crater gateAbout 20–30 minutes
Meals on safariFull board
KATO member AS/771
80+ Tripadvisor reviews
TRA licensed
10 years experience

About the Lodge

Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge lies on a working coffee plantation between the villages of Rhotia and Karatu, right next to the Ngorongoro Forest Reserve. Elegant plantation-style buildings, wide forest views and a calm atmosphere make it a lovely place to stay before or after the Ngorongoro Crater – the conservation area gate is only about 20–30 minutes away.

The cottages are spacious and luxurious, with fireplaces for the cool highland evenings, indoor and outdoor showers and slipper bathtubs. Between excursions you can relax by the large swimming pool, join a walk through the coffee plantation or gather around the campfire in the evening. We are happy to add this lodge to any of our Ngorongoro safaris.

Lodge Highlights

  • On a working coffee plantation
  • Views of the Ngorongoro Forest Reserve
  • Cottages with fireplaces and slipper baths
  • Large swimming pool
  • Coffee plantation walks
  • 20–30 minutes from the crater gate

Location

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  1. Ngorongoro Coffee LodgeBetween Rhotia and Karatu
  2. Ngorongoro CraterAbout 20–30 minutes to the gate
  3. Lake Manyara National ParkTree-climbing lions and flamingos
  4. ArushaAbout 2.5–3 hours by road
Accommodation

Rooms at the Lodge

Double
Up to 2 guests

Luxury Double Cottage

A spacious cottage with a fireplace, indoor and outdoor showers and a slipper bathtub.

Twin
Up to 2 guests

Luxury Twin Cottage

The same luxury cottage with two beds, ideal for friends travelling together.

Family
Families & groups

Family Option

Travelling as a family? Ask us about family rooms so everyone stays close.

Facilities & Services

At the lodge

  • Large swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness treatments
  • Restaurant and lounge bar
  • Campfire evenings
  • Coffee plantation walks
  • Free parking

Good to know

  • Between Rhotia and Karatu, Arusha Region
  • About 20–30 minutes from the Ngorongoro gate
  • Full board on our safaris
  • Check-in / check-out: [times to confirm]
  • Booked as part of our Ngorongoro safaris
Stay here on safari
On request
Available on our Ngorongoro safaris
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  • Available on our Ngorongoro safaris
  • Tailor-made to your dates
  • KATO bonded member AS/771
  • Rated 4.9 on Tripadvisor

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lukasbA4269AC
lukasbA4269AC
09:56 23 Sep 26
The safari with Daydream Safaris was truly perfect! From the planning and the choice of accommodations to the drives between the national parks, it was wonderful in every way.
Kennedy really thought of everything and put together a great package with Daydream Safaris.
Our guide, Jackson, was friendly, funny, and had eagle eyes—no animal escaped his notice. We got to see all kinds of animals, from elephants and rhinos to predators. And all up close!
For another trip to Kenya or another safari, I highly recommend Kennedy and especially Jackson, because they gave my friends and me an unforgettable trip! Thank you so much!
devaanss
devaanss
04:43 23 Sep 26
We had an amazing 10-day safari with Day Dream Safari. Our guide, Jackson, was incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and always determined to find the best wildlife sightings while making sure we had a great time throughout the trip.

The accommodations and food exceeded our expectations, and everything was well organized from start to finish. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Highly recommend Day Dream Safari to anyone planning a trip to the Masai Mara.
266majida
266majida
11:30 19 Sep 26
Three parks, one unforgettable journey. At Amboseli, herds of elephants strolled across the dust with Mount Kilimanjaro rising behind them, a scene so perfect I kept thinking someone had painted it. At Lake Nakuru, the shoreline blushed pink with flamingos, and we spotted rhinos grazing nearby. Then came the Masai Mara, where the plains seemed to go on forever and every drive felt like a nature documentary, with lions on the hunt, cheetahs on the prowl.

But what made this trip truly special was our guide- Mr Jackson, a truly living legend. He had a sharp eye for spotting animals, endless stories about the wildlife and the land, and a way of finding the perfect spot at the perfect moment. His patience, humour and passion turned good sightings into moments I'll be retelling for years. We never felt rushed, and we always felt very looked after.

Although the journey just flew by, and I came home with thousands of photos, dusty boots and a heart full of gratitude. Amazing doesn't cover it. If Kenya is on your list, don't wait. Go, and go with this team. I am already planning to rebook again soon.

From the group, thank you Daydream and the team for the memorable trip. See you again soon.
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