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Lodge building of Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge in green hilly landscape

Karatu Lodges

Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge on the Edge of the Ngorongoro Area

The lodge is situated on a hill in Rhotia near Karatu and uses its proceeds to support a children's home and the local school.

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Level
Premium
Location
Hill in Rhotia near Karatu, on the edge of the Ngorongoro area
Rooms
15 tented safari houses with en-suite bathroom
Board
Full board
  • Lodge building with thatched roof between trees
  • Terrace with loungers and landscape views at sunset
  • Room with bed, panoramic window and views over the landscape

Key facts

LocationHill in Rhotia near Karatu, on the edge of the Ngorongoro area
Distance to gate and airstrip28 km (around 45 minutes) to Lodoare Gate · 18 km (around 30 minutes) to Lake Manyara Airstrip
Rooms15 tented safari houses with en-suite bathroom
BoardFull board
FacilitiesHerb and vegetable gardens, own bakery, farm, children's home and school support
Price level€€
Seasonopen all year round

Location and surroundings

Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge sits on a hill in Rhotia near Karatu on the edge of the Ngorongoro area. Lake Manyara National Park is not far away.

Rhotia is a good starting point for safaris into the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park. You can find further accommodation in the region under Lodges Karatu.

Rooms and facilities

The 15 tented safari houses each have their own bathroom. The lodge runs herb and vegetable gardens, its own bakery and a farm. The proceeds support a children’s home and the local school in Rhotia.

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Francis MbubaTrip planning in Arusha

Updated on October 11, 2026

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  • Reply within 24 hoursThe team replies to every enquiry within 24 hours.
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  • Certified guidesSome guides have 10 to 20 years of experience; the team trains juniors with Francis.
  • Fair and clear pricesYou book without intermediaries, directly with the operator.
  • TALA 033221TALA tour-operator licence, Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism
  • TATOTanzania Association of Tour Operators
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  • Tripadvisor5.0 based on 45 reviews

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