Farm of Dreams Lodge is one of the larger mid-range bases in Karatu, with rooms generally priced around $240–260 per night in high season, dropping to about $145–155 in low season (March–May). Unlike the more intimate Marera Valley Lodge or the plantation-style Tloma Lodge, Farm of Dreams feels more like a resort-style lodge, with sprawling grounds, a sizable swimming pool, and a capacity that makes it popular with groups and tour operators handling higher volumes.

For safari logistics, it shares the same Karatu advantage and compromise: you’ll spend about 25–30 minutes reaching the Ngorongoro gate each morning. Departures are usually at 6:30 am, putting you on the crater floor by around 7:30 am — good timing for predator sightings in the cool morning hours, but slightly behind the guests staying at crater-rim lodges like Ngorongoro Serena or Sopa, who can descend earlier.

Compared with Marera and Tloma, Farm of Dreams is often a touch more affordable, but it trades away some intimacy for scale. For travelers who enjoy a lively atmosphere, big pool, and a central Karatu base at a reasonable price, Farm of Dreams is a strong contender.