Bougainvillea Safari Lodge 

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge 

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge is located on the outskirts of Karatu town about midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater. Being situated in a busy town, Bougainvillea Safari Lodge has a slightly different yet more lively feel than other more remote safari destinations; however, it is set back off the main road and guests won’t find this charming lodge noisy or crowded. The bungalows are comfortable and spotless and the staff are warm, friendly and hospitable, leaving guesyts feeling as though they could have been visiting old friends. For guests traveling with thier own safari guide and 4WD vehicle, this good-value lodge is incredibly convenient for visiting either Lake Manyara, or the Ngorongoro Crater.

Highlights

• Ample opportunity to visit some of the fascinating tribes nearby – Iraqw, Hadzabe or Datogo communities.
• Experience a bustling African community, plenty of shops and a local market within walking distance.
• The lovely garden atmosphere gives you plenty of room to relax.
• BIg game viewing opportunities in nearby Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park.

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge Activities

A 45-minute walk around the busy town of Karatu can be arranged, whereby guests will have the opportunity to visit a local village and meet some of the members of the community and get a taste for their way of life. The lodge has a guide who will be happy to show you around as an inclusive part of your stay. Bougainvillea can arrange guided and self-guided walks, lasting from about 30 minutes to 3 hours, around the beautiful coffee farms in the area. There is a guide who can accompany guests on these tours and provide an insightful look into the history of the coffee farms and the Karatu area. For wildlife viewing, the location of Bougainvillea is conveniently placed near some of the most amazing wildlife areas on the planet. The gate to the World Heritage Ngorongoro Conservation Area is about a 15-minute drive from the lodge. To the east and south lies Lake Manyara National Park, a jewel of a park lying on the floor of the Great Rift Valley. With about 1200 species of birds, Tanzania is one of the best places to bird-watch.

Our expertise in African travel comes from years of experience travelling the continent, canoeing the rivers, walking the bush trails, and seeing the stars. We’ve been on the game drives and watched the sunsets, spent nights wrapped up in remote areas, and eaten great food around the fire. Our recommendations come first-hand, and they are your assurance that a safari booked with us is one we know you’ll love, because we did.

We know a safari can be pricey, but we guarantee that we’re giving you the best deal on your travel. We don’t want your trip to Africa to be a once in a lifetime experience, we want you to do it again, and again! Through nurtured relationships with our suppliers, we can offer you the best deal they’ve got, and you’ll never pay more than you should for your accommodation. If you find the same holiday for less, we’ll confidently better the price.

Just like the spots on a leopard’s back, each of our tailor-made itineraries is unique. Every journey has a personality, carefully designed to match the desires and expectations our clients bring to the table. Every element is taken into consideration to stitch together a personalised safari experience, grown from seed and cultivated to embody the perfect adventure. Our tailored itineraries are your safari dreams, defined.