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📍 Karatu town
Octagon Safari Lodge is a safari accommodation in Karatu, northern Tanzania, surrounded by gardens and the green landscapes of the Ngorongoro highlands. The lodge provides a relaxed base for travellers exploring Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, Lake Eyasi and other destinations along Tanzania’s Northern Safari Circuit.
Its position in Karatu makes Octagon Safari Lodge particularly convenient for itineraries that require an overnight stay before or after a Ngorongoro Crater game drive. The property combines comfortable guest rooms with a swimming pool, restaurant, bar and outdoor areas where travellers can relax between safari activities.
~3.5h from Arusha
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