Karatu Simba Lodge  

On the edge of Tanzania’s safari country in Karatu, steps from gateway access to Ngorongoro. The lodge sits about 2.7 miles (4.3 km) from Ngorongoro Conservation Area, roughly 9.1 miles (14.6 km) from Lake Manyara National Park and a short drive to Karatu Playground. Nearest airports: Lake Manyara (about 8.5 miles) and Kilimanjaro Intl. (about 113 miles).

A compact lodge with 23 guestrooms, each opening onto a private balcony. Rooms include desks, in-room safes, showers and complimentary toiletries, with daily housekeeping. Expect garden views, relaxed common spaces and a vibe that’s casual, clean and ready for safari days.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, grill at the barbecue area or unwind in the garden. On-site concierge can help arrange transfers and tours. Complimentary Wi‑Fi and free self-parking make logistics easy. Barbecue grills, a bar/lounge and a restaurant keep things social after a day in the wild.

Complimentary wireless internet across the property. Practical services include luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and a safe-deposit box at the front desk.

An on-site restaurant serves daily meals and a complimentary full breakfast each morning. The bar/lounge pours drinks for evenings, and the kitchen features local flavors to round out your safari fuel.