Like a green oasis, The Plantation Lodge rests on the red-brown hills. The individually furnished rooms and suites melting harmoniously into the flowering garden offer comfort and relaxation. Everywhere you look, you can see and even feel the personal atmosphere of this owner-run lodge with furnishings that were selected with great attention to detail. The Plantation Lodge’s cordial service leaves no wish unfulfilled. The lodge’s location promises maximum safari enjoyment: a stone’s throw from the entrance to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Lake Manyara National Park and just a short journey from the Tarangire National Park and the Serengeti.
Why Stay at The Plantation Lodge?
The Plantation Lodge is set in gardens on the hills near Karatu, close to the Ngorongoro Crater. The country-house feel and green surroundings make it a restful place between parks. It is an easy drive to the crater gate for an early start.
Many guests stay two nights here to combine a crater day with a visit to Lake Manyara or Lake Eyasi.
Best For
- Couples and families
- Travelers who enjoy gardens and quiet
- Guests spending two nights near Ngorongoro
Combine It With
Pair your stay with the Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and Lake Eyasi. Read our Ngorongoro travel guide to plan your trip.
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