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Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge

Rhotia, direct to the Ngorongoro boundary, Karatu, Tanzania
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Moscow, Russia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Really enjoyed our one night stay here. The Dutch couple who own and run this lodge are just lovely people. They took the time to show us around the orphanage. Yes even though the road to the lodge is rough and we almost got stuck. However, it was worth staying in the nice and cozy tents, with the great foods,... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

This lodge was the one we knew the least about on our 10 day safari. It was a fantastic place! Perched high on the hill, the view from the tents was incredible. The fact that the proceeds go to a great cause made the experience very special. My favorite things about the lodge were the details. The hot water bottles... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

Great cause, wonderful hospitality, gorgeous long-reaching views of cultivated hills and distant mountains, wonderful fresh food and loads of lovely perks like hot water bottles, there is NOTHING not to like, or indeed LOVE! I took my two daughters here because I wanted to expose them to the real side of Tanzania, I didn't want to stay somewhere which was... More

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India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

We chose Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge to spend one night while on our week-long safari in Tanzania. We were far from disappointed. One reason we chose Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge is because its profits go towards supporting a childrens' home located very closed to the lodge (guests can even visit the children there, so remember to carry some goodies or... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

Stayed in the Rhotia Valley tented lodge just for one night but could have happily stayed longer. All the staff made us feel so welcome and were very friendly. Accommodation was great - ensuite tent! Each tent has a wooden veranda with stunning views of the valley below. No tent overlooks another and you feel as though no one else... More

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Roswell, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

This lodge is comfortable and clean. The service is good and the food is good. It has outstanding views from the dinner tent as well as each individual tent. Not a luxury camp, but doesn't pretend to be. It supports a good cause, the local orphanage.

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Charlevoix, Michigan, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

This was my favorite place in Tanzania. The best part is the profits from the lodge go directly to support a children's home across the valley. We felt in a small way that we were giving back. The lodge is absolutely beautiful! The natural setting is serene and extremely comfortable. I wish we could have stayed a few nights.

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san diego
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge! Sitting atop the mountains, the views are breathtaking, especially seeing the sunrise over the hills. The rooms are large tented spaces, with running water, warm/cozy beds and a walk around patio that feels very private. The staff was very accommodating and the couple running the lodge was... More

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New Jersey
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2013

Spent the night of 25/11/12 at this lovely camp. The tent was very comfortable, well appointed with a very clever bath and toilet area. Hot water bottles placed in the beds to warm at night, a small porch for star gazing or welcoming the dawn. The large stationary tent serving as the bar, dining and cooking area was set with... More

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Edinburgh
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2013

Enjoyed my stay. It's a nice lodge, and the owners and staff are very friendly. The tents are nice enough, although the mobile camp I later went to in the Serengeti did seem a bit fresher and lighter. Our safari company has suggested three nights here but we only did one in the end as we were nervous about whether... More

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Also Known As:
Rhotia Valley Tented Hotel Karatu
Rhotia Valley Tented Hotel
Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge Tanzania/Karatu
Address: Rhotia, direct to the Ngorongoro boundary, Karatu, Tanzania
Region: Tanzania > Arusha Region > Karatu
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 19 Speciality lodging in Karatu

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