KATAMBUGA HOUSE
Set in lush gardens filled with birdsong and surrounded by coffee estates, Katambuga House is an oasis of tranquility within Arusha – the gateway to your immersive Tanzanian safari experience with Entara.
The main house pays homage to local textures and design with its shady verandas and it features a selection of original photographs from the region and spectacular African art.
With Mount Meru dominating the skyline, it is a perfect space to reset your pace to African time and spirit.
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FAST FACTS
HIGHLIGHTS
- Located in expansive tropical gardens with Mount Meru in the background.
- An excellent starting point for a safari to the national parks of Tanzania.
- Only 10 minutes to Arusha’s domestic airport.
QUICK FACTS
- Eight rooms.
- Capacity – 20 guests.
- Lounge and dining area.
- Swimming pool.
- Free Wi-Fi in the main house.
SPECIAL INTERESTS
Adventure, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation and Star Gazing.
THE LODGE
The main house features four bedrooms with king-sized beds. An additional four bedrooms are located in the adjacent family cottages, each offering two interconnecting rooms. Katambuga House has a swimming pool to help counter any summer heat and the lodge gardens are the perfect sanctuary for any bird-watching enthusiast.
The lodge is located less than 10 minutes from Arusha airport in a perfect location to serve as a starting point for a North Tanzanian safari.
EXPERIENCES & ACTIVITIES
There is plenty to do around Katambuga House. Coffee production is a primary source of income for Tanzanians and a visit to the Burka estate is a must, or hike and cycle in the Arusha countryside, explore the Arusha National Park – and possibly even climb Mount Meru.
On an Arusha city tour you will experience the vibrant chaos and the juxtaposition between colonial, traditional, and new. Visit the Cultural Heritage Centre for African Art, gemstone centres, or the Shanga Centre for disabled artists, where you will be amazed by glasswork, beadwork, jewellery and handmade clothing.
ROOMS
Katambuga House’s rooms offer a high standard of accommodation and service. All rooms open up to covered verandas, furnished with lounging chairs to overlook the tropical gardens and grand views further afield, making it a perfect place to relax before or after a safari. Airy and well-lit, all the rooms have spacious en-suite bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and feature electric combination safes, hair dryers, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, a writing desk and a comfortable sitting corner.
GALLERY
LOCATION
Nagaramtoni ya chini Farm No. 181/3/2, Plot No 20, Arusha, Tanzania
GPS coordinates: Lat -03.3453895, Long 36.6163215
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Katambuga House
Quiet and relaxing setting, views of Mount Meru from our terrace, beautiful landscaping, pretty pool, great food, excellent service. We were well taken care of by Noel (waiter), Loshiva (manager), and Frank (waiter). I would definitely return.
Katambuga House
We spent one night here in transit to Serengeti. Everything was just perfect - food, room and service. The sitting area was very cozy. The staff had prepared a delicious three course meal. The beds were comfortable and clean. Would highly recommend.
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