Quick facts
Destination
karatu town
Country
Tanzania
Category
Luxury Tented Camp
Price tier
Luxury
Starting from
$250 per night
Star rating
5 / 5
Number of rooms
16
Nearest airport
Lake Manyara Airstrip — Located in Karatu, with views of Ngorongoro forest, terraced fields, and Lake Manyara
Best for
Travellers wanting a traditionally built tented lodge with views of Ngorongoro forest and Lake Manyara from the pool
Child policy
Family-friendly; please confirm room configurations directly with the lodge
Last reviewed
June 2026
Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge
The lodge is built in a traditional African style with indigenous hardwood. Its spacious set-up and finishing touches, such as cosy sofas around the fireplace and warm decorative details, provide a perfectly balanced luxury. The lodge offers a breathtaking view of the Ngorongoro forest, nearby villages, and the terraced fields of the local farmers.
Tented Rooms
The tented rooms provide premium comfort with a king-sized bed, an en-suite bathroom with hot water, housekeeping services, and a mosquito net.
Restaurant and Terrace Bar
Guests can have a delicious cocktail by the swimming pool whilst enjoying the view over the lush green hills and Lake Manyara.
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WhatsApp UsLocation & getting there
Nearest airport
Lake Manyara Airstrip
Transfer time
Located in Karatu, with views of Ngorongoro forest, terraced fields, and Lake Manyara
Facilities & amenities
Rooms & accommodation
Tented Room
Tented room with king-sized bed, en-suite bathroom with hot water, mosquito net, and housekeeping service.
Activities offered
Best time to visit
โ Good season โ Low / wet season
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WhatsApp UsSafariBando's view
Rhotia Valley Tented Lodgeโs traditional African-style construction in indigenous hardwood, with cosy fireplace lounges and warm decorative details, creates a "perfectly balanced luxury" distinct from typical canvas tented camps. The breathtaking views of Ngorongoro forest, terraced farmland, and Lake Manyara from the pool and terrace bar give it a strong sense of place across multiple landscapes.โ The SafariBando team
