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Hatari Lodge, Arusha | Timbuktu Travel
Arusha

Hatari Lodge

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About Hatari Lodge

Modern style meets retro Hollywood glamour at this Arusha Park lodge.
Movie buffs will remember the 1960's film Hatari!, starring John Wayne. Filmed in this area, the movie was the inspiration behind this comfortable lodge, its interiors a quirky combination of bohemian, Hollywood and African safari styles. Works of art greet you at every turn, and the attention to detail is faultless. Hatari is a small lodge in a glorious corner of the northern Arusha National Park, so you can expect a really intimate experience. With a focus on the atmosphere and scenery rather than high-octane game viewing, this is a superb spot to start or finish an East African safari.
Arusha , Tanzania
From $610 per person/per night
Safari
15 Rooms
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The property

An eye for upbeat designs gives a funky vibe to the dining room, lounge, library and the appropriately named John Wayne bar, and the retro pop art works beautifully with the handmade furniture and vivid African colours. Breakfast and lunch are served on the veranda, with views across the plains to distant Kili (if it's clear). Head down to the viewing platform in front of the lodge, or buy a few mementos at the on-site curio shop.

The rooms

Nine elegant suites and three huge self-contained villas continue the retro theme. There's nothing hackneyed about the decor though, in case you were wondering... The beds are large and very comfortable, the en-suite bathrooms have huge walk-in showers (two have romantic bathtubs too), and all but one have an open fireplace. The family-friendly villas have two en-suite bedrooms, a private dining and living space with an open fireplace, and viewing decks both front and back facing Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru.

Activities

Arusha National Park is a hidden gem off the safari circuit that deserves a visit for its striking landscape alone. Expect to see a reasonable variety of wildlife during game drives, and enjoy the superb hiking terrain – look out for black and white colobus monkeys in the lush forests that are alive with birds and butterflies. Canoe trips on the tranquil lakes are a must, as is a trip to the Momella Lakes to see flocks of flamingos.
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How to book Hatari Lodge

How do I book Hatari Lodge?

Hatari Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Tanzania trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Tanzania trips featuring Hatari Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Tanzania specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Hatari Lodge?

Stays at Hatari Lodge start from around $610 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Hatari Lodge

Tanzania

Arusha

Dusty, rustic and a little bit quirky, there’s plenty to do in Arusha before or after a safari.