Mid-rangeLodge
Farm of Dreams Lodge
Karatu, below the Ngorongoro highlands, Tanzania
About the stay
Why we use it
A farm lodge in Karatu, the green highland town between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater.
Karatu is the farming town just below the Ngorongoro highlands, a short drive from the crater gate. Staying here costs less than staying on the crater rim, and the nights are warmer.
Farm of Dreams is a lodge set in gardens and farmland. After a long drive back from the Serengeti it’s a good place for a hot shower and a quiet dinner.
Near the crater gate
A short drive up to Ngorongoro in the morning.
Warmer than the rim
Lower down, so the nights are milder.
Rooms in the gardens
A calm stop between game drives.
- TypeLodge
- WhereKaratu, below the Ngorongoro highlands
- SettingOutside the park
- Comfort levelMid-range
- Good forFamilies, mid-range safaris
- On our safaris36 safaris
Where it is
Location
Nearby, as the crow flies
- Ngorongoro Craterabout 20 km
- Lake Manyaraabout 30 km
- Serengetiabout 140 km
Pin shows the area, not the exact address. Road distances are longer.
Stay at Farm of Dreams Lodge on
Safaris that stay here
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Mid-range · 3 days
3-Day Birthday Safari to Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater
Night 2 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 3 days
3-Day Private Anniversary Safari to Serengeti & Ngorongoro
Night 2 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Budget · 6 days
6-Day Unforgettable Private Safari & Materuni Waterfalls
Night 5 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 3 days · Fly-in
3-Day Fly in to Serengeti & Ngorongoro for Honeymooners
Night 2 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 3 days · Fly-in
3-Day Fly-in Outbreak in Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Night 2 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 6 days
6-Day Private Tanzania Safari and Materuni Waterfalls
Night 5 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 5 days
5-Day Exclusive Tanzania Anniversary Safari Experience
Night 4 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 4 days · Fly-in
4-Day Great Migration Fly in from Zanzibar to Kogatende
Night 3 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 5 days · Fly-in
5-Day Fly in Wild Encounters Safari in Serengeti
Night 3 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 5 days · Fly-in
5-Day Fly in Safari Zanzibar to Northern Serengeti
Night 4 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 6 days
6-Day Honeymoon Tour with Hot Air Balloon Experience
Night 4 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 10 days
10-Day Endless Wildlife One Unforgettable African Journey
Nights 6–7 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
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Mid-range · 12 days
12-Day A Lifetime Experience the Best of Tanzania
Night 10 at Farm of Dreams Lodge
Prices are per person for two people sharing, with park fees included. Want more nights here, or this lodge in another safari? Ask us to change it
What to expect
A night here
- AfternoonBack from the game drive, with time for a shower and a rest.
- SunsetA drink while the light goes gold, and the day's sightings with your guide.
- DinnerMeals are served at the property. Tell us about any diet in advance.
- 06:00Early coffee, and out for the best light of the day.
- MorningBreakfast, or a packed breakfast if we leave at dawn.
Good to know
FAQs
Can I add Farm of Dreams Lodge to a different safari?
Usually, yes, as long as the safari passes through Ngorongoro & Karatu. Tell us which safari you like and we'll send the price with Farm of Dreams Lodge in it.
Can I stay an extra night?
Yes. An extra night gives you a full day of game drives without packing up. We'll add the night, the extra park day and the meals to your quote.
What happens if it's full on my dates?
We tell you before you pay anything, and suggest the closest match in the same area and price range.
Is it suitable for children?
Tell us your children's ages and we'll check the property's rules for your dates. Some camps set a minimum age.
How do I pay?
Nothing is paid until you're happy with the quote. Then a deposit holds the safari: 20% for camping safaris, 40% for lodge safaris.
Keep exploring
Other places to stay
All lodges and camps-
On the Ngorongoro Crater rim
Simba Campsite, Ngorongoro
A campsite on the crater rim, so you are among the first down into the crater in the morning.
- Public campsite
- Inside the park
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On the Ngorongoro Crater rim
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
A lodge on the crater rim, looking down onto the floor you'll be driving the next morning.
- Lodge
- Inside the park
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Less than an hour from the Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Ang’ata Camp
A tented camp up in the Ngorongoro highlands, close to the road down into the crater.
- Tented camp
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Less than an hour from the Ngorongoro Crater
NyEmbalakai Ngorongoro Camp
A camp in the Ngorongoro highlands, used for the night between the Serengeti and the crater.
- Tented camp
Sleep here on your safari
Tell us your dates and who's travelling. We'll check Farm of Dreams Lodge and send a safari built around it, with the full price.