Acacia Farm Lodge
Karatu Acacia Farm Lodge is a romantic Country Lodge nestled in an active mixed farm located high on the spectacular Great Rift’s escarpment area with a commanding panoramic views of the amazing Karatu farmlands and the nearby Ngorongoro forest area. Unrivalled area’s natural beauty is finely complemented by the elegant lodge. A timeless tranquility emanates from the exuberance of birdsong, mature trees, and the lovely coffee plants.
Acacia Farm Lodge is strategically located between the Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks on one side and Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Serengeti National Park on the other, this is a perfect base from which to explore these world-famous reserves as well as enjoy many other adventurous activities and impressive cultural experiences found in the local area.
Accommodation and Meals
Acacia Farm Lodge has a unique and desirable mix of simplicity and opulence, each of the 28 spacious, contemporary African styled chalets has a comfortable lounge and en-suite bedroom all with a mini bar, coffee making facility, air-conditioning, satellite television, Wi-Fi and other modern and appropriate amenities plus a private balcony with sweeping views of the farm, the surrounding scenic landscape and the most amazing sunsets.
There are several inter-connected rooms suitable for families with young children and all the rooms are wheel chair accessible by means of ramps.
Meals are eaten at individual tables in the dining area, on the terrace, in the coffee shop and in the gardens by the pool. Food is contemporary African with international influences, using much produce from local farms. There is an extensive selection of wines to accompany meals. Sundowner drinks are served in the bar, on the terrace and by the fire in the garden.
Acacia Farm Lodge has numerous top-class facilities for the in-house guests to use including the main public area where there are a gorgeous lounge and a cozy bar as well as an intimate dining room and a lovely coffee shop. A few meters away you will find a well-stocked curio shop, an inviting Swimming Pool and it’s bar area as well as a well-equipped Gym and a refreshing Spa. Also, there is a little Business Centre and a forty seater conference room conveniently located near the public area equipped with all the standard facilities.
Activities: – Acacia Farm Lodge offers an excellent range of bespoke activities crafted to suit everybody, from international to local tourist, from honeymooners to families as well as single travelers and corporate visitors on a retreat.
These are among the lovely activities that could be enjoyed at the lodge –
Farm Tour: -This will be a wonderful opportunity to sample Tanzania’s rural life by visiting this active farm and get the opportunity to understand the farming activity
Cultural Experiences:- This will give an opportunity to understand the way of life as experienced by the local tribes, for example, the Iraq as well as the neighboring tribes like the Maasai and the Bushmen.
Nature Walks, hiking and jogging:- This activity could be done in the surrounding forest area as well as in the nearby villages and into the town of Karatu.