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Overview
The Retreat at Ngorongoro is a luxury eco-lodge located in the Tloma area of Karatu, just a short drive from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Set on over 60 acres of lush forest, gardens, and coffee farms, the lodge offers a peaceful escape surrounded by nature.
Spacious private cottages, personalized service, and excellent facilities make it an ideal base for exploring Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, and the Serengeti.
- Room Amenities
- King, queen, or twin beds
- En-suite bathroom with rain shower
- Private deck overlooking the forest or gardens
- Indoor fireplace
- Mosquito nets
- Sitting area
- Writing desk
- Wardrobe with in-room safe
- Tea and coffee-making facilities
- Complimentary bottled water
- Hairdryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Free Wi-Fi
- Daily housekeeping service
- Property & Wellness Facilities
- Infinity swimming pool
- Full-service spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Landscaped gardens
- Coffee plantation and nature trails
- Private lake
- Outdoor fireplaces
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
- Conference and meeting facilities
- Gift shop
- Laundry service
- Airport transfers (on request)
- Free private parking
- 24-hour reception and concierge services
- Dining & Bars
- Kipepeo Restaurant serving local and international cuisine
- Nest Lounge & Bar
- Terrace dining overlooking the Ngorongoro Forest
- Farm-to-table dining using fresh local produce
- Continental, American, and buffet breakfast
- Vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and special dietary menus available on request
- Fine wines, cocktails, spirits, fresh juices, and specialty coffees
- Private dining experiences and bush meals available upon request
Activities & Services
- Ngorongoro Crater game drives
- Lake Manyara National Park safaris
- Guided nature walks
- Coffee farm tours
- Bird watching
- Mountain biking
- Fishing at the lodge’s private lake
- Spa treatments and wellness sessions
- Sundowners
- Cultural visits to nearby communities
- Wildlife photography
- Campfire evenings under the stars
Reviews 1277+ From Tripadvisor
Beautiful staff and food Wonderful stay due to the incredible staff. Judi and Unos were wonderful . We stayed for 2 nights and on our second night a tour group of 45 tourists arrived. They were very entitled and demanding of staff but the staff took it all with patience and good humor. Unfortunately not every tourist you meet shares our flexibility and gratitude toward the staff. We can't thank them enough for their kindness
The staff were so friendly and welcoming! We only stayed at The Retreat for one night, but we loved it! The staff was so friendly and went over and beyond to help us celebrate our honeymoon. The atmosphere is unique and feels different than the other places we stayed while on safari - they had a short jogging/walking trail that had fun signs and beautiful flowers all throughout it. The trail led to a pond with some sitting areas. We wished we had been able to stay there longer to really experience the lodge, but we loved our one night there and would be happy to go back!
A True Retreat The retreat is just that. It feels like an oasis, a sanctuary away from the stresses of everyday life. The gardens couldn’t be more beautiful, the food prepared by their amazing chef is delicious and the staff, including the lovely Judith, are warm and hospitable. A great experience and we recommended highly.
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Location
Karatu
Region
Arusha