Fifteen minutes’ drive from Karatu town, The Karatu Tented Lodge sits on a hill with views across the Lake Manyara plains and the Ngorongoro Highlands. There are ten roomy safari tents with thatched roofs, furnished in a mix of dark wood, light colours and African tones. Each tent has soft beds, free Wi-Fi, an en-suite bathroom and a private terrace with a table and chairs. A central restaurant with a fireplace keeps you warm on cooler evenings, while the large gardens have a swimming pool and an outdoor barbecue for warmer nights.