Location: Karatu, Arusha, Tanzania
Overview
Acacia Farm Lodge is a romantic country lodge strategically located between the Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks, on one side and Ngorongoro and Serengeti National Park on the other. Nestled in an active mixed farm located on the spectacular Great Rift’s escarpment area with commanding panoramic views of the amazing Karatu farmlands and the nearby Ngorongoro forest area.
A perfect base from which to explore these four natural attractions and world heritage sites, where timeless tranquility emanates from the exuberance of birdsong, mature trees, and lovely coffee plants.
The Unique configuration of the 32 luxury suites in 16 well-spaced cottages, provides for privacy and solitude for couples and smaller groups, Acacia Farm Lodge is the place to be.
The personalized service here is second-to-none due to the presence of knowledgeable, attentive, and efficient staff. With three options of dining, you can dine under the stars, outdoors on the verandah, or indoors in the elegant dining rooms, while fine dining with award-winning wines from the cellar.
The modern and vibrant Restaurant offers interactive buffet lunch. Our seasonal menu is designed by our Head Chef and delivers international standard cuisines’, using locally-sourced produce where possible. The Lodge grounds include a freshwater swimming pool, spa, and a restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Happy hour and three bars where you can enjoy a drink with different snacks namely: 1. Main Bar 2. Coffee Bar [You can have a taste of fresh coffee which is also grown in the Lodge]
3. Outdoor Bar by the Pool with the first sip of an exquisitely-crafted cocktail, international wine list as well as a variety of rums, spirits, and specialty cocktails to tickle your taste buds. Additionally, there are 4 separate Lounges as private spots to enjoy drinks, watch the sun setting or gaze at stars during the night and explore the symposium of flavors found in our bespoke cocktail menu.
Uniqueness of this Camp
This boutique lodge is located on 25 acres of farm in the calm outskirts of the agricultural town of Karatu. It is a sensitively eco-friendly luxury lodge that in order to harmonize with the environment, has been very unobtrusively designed and positioned within the farm.
Having won several awards Luxury Country Lodge 2016, 2017, 2018, Certificate of Excellence Trip Advisory 2019.
Accommodation
A Total of 32 Rooms in 16 well-spaced cottages, with each Cottage having two Rooms, a comfortable lounge, en-suite bedrooms, all with a mini bar, coffee-making facility, air-conditioning, satellite television, Wi-Fi, a private balcony with sweeping views of the farm, the surrounding scenic landscape, and the most amazing sunsets. Tastefully decorated in a classic style with ceramic floors and furniture throughout, with a signature Acacia hospitality.
Single Suite: Single Max: 1 person with views of Coffee / Vegetable Farm, spacious (26m2) bedroom.
Facilities: Air Conditioning, Mini Bar with Coffee Kettle, TV, Wi-Fi, Safe, Private Balcony, Hair Dryer, Light Torch, Extra Blankets, 16m 2 sized sitting room, and a private balcony sized 11m2.
Guest can have an option of a Single Room on an interconnected cottage to also enjoy interconnection with a friend/family residing in the Lodge.
Double Suite: Double Max People: 2 View: Coffee / Vegetable Garden, spacious 26m2 bedroom, a 16m2 sized sitting room, a private balcony sized 11m2, Air Conditioning, Mini Bar with Coffee Kettle, TV, Wi-Fi, Safe, Private Balcony, Hair dryer, Light Torch, Extra Blankets, Guest can have an option of a Double Room on an interconnected cottage to also enjoy interconnection with a friend/family residing in the Lodge.
Interconnected Suite: View Coffee / Vegetable Garden Facilities: Air Conditioning, Mini Bar, Coffee Kettle, TV, Wi-Fi, Safe, Private Balcony, Hair Dryer, Light Torch, Extra Blankets, and the Lodge has 4 cottages with the interconnecting feature. Every room is of the same size as the rest with an exception of having a door in each room connecting two rooms. *When the doors are locked, each room keeps its privacy the same as those without an interconnecting feature.
Amenities
Lodge Amenities: with a well-stocked curio shop, an inviting Swimming Pool and it’s a bar area as well as a well-equipped Gym and a refreshing Spa. A little Business Centre and a forty seater conference room conveniently located near the public area equipped with all the standard facilities.
Activities
Farm Tour/Nature Walk, Cycling, Swimming, Birding, Access to Mini Gym, (at extra cost) Massage, Hiking/Nature Walk to Endoro Elephant Caves, Cultural Tribe Tour, Bush Lunch/Breakfast.