Standard Budget Safari Lodge Options
Tohe's preferred mid-range budget lodges. To see Luxury options, click Here
Arusha
The gateway to the Northern Tanzanian Safari Circuit
Green Mountain Hotel
4.0 Stars on Google
Green Mountain Hotel is in the heart of Arusha city. It is a comfortable and affordable lodge convenient for preparing for your upcoming journey.
Amenities include: Pool, Wifi, Restaurant, laundry (paid), Room Service, TV
Tulia Boutique Hotel & Spa
4.1 Stars on Google
Located on the outskirts of town, Tulia offers a tranquil environment for recharging after a long flight to Tanzania.
Amenities include: Pool, Wifi, Restaurant, Spa, Laundry (paid), A/C, TV, 24/7 Concierge
Ilboru Safari Lodge
4.3 Stars on Google
A Swahili sanctuary set on a 5acre plot on the outskirts of Arusha near Mt. Meru.
Amenities include: Restaurant, Wifi, Pool, Botanical Garden, Conference Center
Arusha Planet Lodge
4.1 Stars on Google
A quit lodge equipped with a nice poolside bar on the outskirts of town. Rooms are individual huts dotted throughout the property
Amenities include: Restaurant, Wifi, Pool, Garden, Free shuttle to downtown
Jacaranda Hotel
4.3 Stars on Google
A boutique hotel with only 6 large rooms - each with its own balcony. Located near the center of town, but quiet and surrounded by trees.
Amenities include: Wifi, Private balcony, Central to town, Laundry (paid).
Tarangire National Park
Land of the Elephants
Tarangire Safari Lodge
4.6 Stars on Google
Ideal for those who plan to spend multiple days exploring Tarangire. Beautiful vistas and a stunning open air bar. Located within the North side of the Park, Animals will often frequent the grounds.
Amenities include: Wifi, Pool, Restaurant, Open-air bar, tented or bungalow style rooms available.
Sangaiwe Tented Lodge
4.7 Stars on Google
Stunning views of Lake Burungi from the Western edge of Tarangire. Rooms are permanent elevated tent structures featuring views of the lake and Rift Valley.
Amenities include: Wifi, Pool, Restaurant, Solar Power, Laundry (Paid)
Osupuko Tented Lodge
4.5 Stars on Google
Incredible pool area overlooking the park near the North entrance. Rooms offer great light with many windows for appreciating the area.
Amenities include: Wifi, Pool, Restaurant, non-smoking, Bar/lounge
Karatu
Conveniently located between Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, and Tarangire
Eileen's Trees Inn
4.5 Stars on Google
Eileen's is in prime location for both Tarangire National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. A large pool, notably hot showers, and open air dining hall make this a favorite of many.
Amenities include: Pool, Wifi, Restaurant, Laundry (paid), Volleyball court, spa services
Kudu Lodge
4.5 Stars on Google
Right in Karatu, Kudu lodge has a small spa, a cozy bar/lounge area and a fun pool with a giant elephant shooting water from its trunk in to it!
Amenities include: Wifi, Pool, Restaurant, Meeting Rooms, Spa, Garden Dry Cleaning (Paid)
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Marera Valley Lodge
4.6 Stars on Google
A highly rated lodge with spacious rooms and near the Ngorongoro Crater rim. Great for honeymooners or families with kids alike.
Amenities include: Wifi, Pool, Bar/lounge, Restaurant, children's activities, laundry (paid)
Octagon Lodge
4.4 Stars on Google
Equipped with an "Irish Pub" for relaxing, the Octagon lodge has 23 cottages and several additional rooms on the property. Octagon has a lush green jungle feel to it.
Amenities include: Wifi, Restaurant, Pool, non-smoking, bar/lounge, laundry (Paid), banquet hall
Farm of Dreams Lodge
4.6 Stars on Google
Detailed decor and multiple pools highlight a stay at the Farm of Dreams Lodge. Their restaurant uses seasonal ingredients sourced within their own vegetable garden
Amenities include: Wifi, Restaurant, Pool, Live entertainment, meeting rooms, kid friendly, bar/lounge, laundry (paid)
Ngorongoro Crater
A magical, wildlife rich ancient volcano where you'll have a chance to spot a Black Rhino
Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge
4.4 Stars on Google
Located only a few hundred meters from the Crater's rim, NRL is a convenient place to start a day in Ngorongoro Crater.
Amenities include: Wifi, Bar/Lounge, Restaurant, non-smoking, kid friendly, laundry (paid), Outdoor Terrace
Ang'ata Camp Ngorongoro
4.4 Stars on Google
Situated JUST inside the Lemala Gate, Ang'ata Camp is within the crater boundaries. This is a permanent tented camp.
Amenities include: Wifi, Restaurant, private restrooms, Camp Fire
Central Serengeti
Experience the magic of Seronera - The finest wildlife viewing the world has to offer
Into Wild Camp - Serengeti
5 Stars on TripAdvisor (No google reviews)
Classic Serengeti tented camp at a very reasonable price. Mix campfires and tents with top notch service and comfort. Communal dining tent.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, restaurant, fire pit, on-site security, Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Serengeti Heritage Camp
4.5 Stars on Google
In the middle of the Serengeti, this camp offers everything you want in a Tanzanian safari experience. Comfortable tents and a cozy communal dining area.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, restaurant, fire pit, on site security, Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Tanzania Bush Camp
4.5 Stars on Google
Large tented camp centrally located in Seronera. Enjoy the detailed decor by day and listen to the sounds of the Serengeti as you fall asleep.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, Restaurant, Fire Pit, On Site Security, Kid Friendly Buffet, Laundry (Paid), Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Thorn Tree Camp
5 Stars on Tripadvisor (No Google Reviews)
Part of the Bouganvillea Group of Safari Lodges, Thorn Tree has all of the essential elements of a Serengeti Tented Camp.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, Restaurant, Fire Pit, On Site Security, Laundry (Paid), Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Embalakai Camp
4.8 Stars on Google
The wooden platforms for the tents make this camp feel a bit more "structural" than the others in the same class.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, Restaurant, Fire Pit, On Site Security, Laundry (Paid), Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Northern Serengeti
Get away from the crowds or witness the Mara River crossing
Acacia Mara Camp
5 Stars on TripAdvisor (No google reviews)
Located in the Kogatende area of the Northern Serengeti, Acacia Mara Camp is a good place to stay while chasing the iconin Mara River Crossing.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, Restaurant, fire pit, On-site security, Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Heritage Mara Camp
4.5 Stars on Google
In the North of the Serengeti, this camp offers everything you want in a Tanzanian safari experience. Comfortable tents and a cozy communal dining area.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, Restaurant, fire pit, On-site security, Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Mbugani Camp
4.7 Stars on Google
The Mbugani Camp is a seasonal migration camp that follows the wildebeest herds of the Serengeti. It's in the Northern settlement of Bologonjia from July through October.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, Restaurant, fire pit, On-site security, Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Tanzania Bush Camp - Mara
4.5 Stars on Google
Another seasonal camp that moves between the Northern & Southern Serengeti along with the Wildebeest herds.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, Restaurant, fire pit, On-site security, Limited Wifi, Private Restrooms
Southern Serengeti
Ndutu - Where Wildebeest come to birth thousands of newborns every day & predators follow closely behind
Ndutu Safari Lodge
5 Stars on TripAdvisor (No google reviews)
A rare permanent structure in the Southern Serengeti, Ndutu Safari Lodge provides a little extra comfort for those seeking accommodations that aren't canvas.
Amenities include: Permanent Structural rooms, restaurant, fire pit, on-site security, limited wifi
Ndutu Heritage Camp
4.5 Stars on Google
In the Southern Serengeti, this camp offers everything you want in a Tanzanian safari experience. Comfortable tents and a cozy communal dining area.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, restaurant, fire pit, on site security, limited wifi
Chaka Camp
5 Stars on Tripadvisor (No Google reviews)
Seasonally open from May-November, Chaka is a typical Serengeti Tented camp. A high quality experience in an incredible location.
Amenities include: Luxury Tents, restaurant, fire pit, on site security, limited wifi
Western Serengeti
Follow The Great Migration through the Western Corridor to the Grumeti River
Kirawira Serena
4.8 Stars on Google
Part of the well-known "Serena" Camps, Kirawira is tented camp equipped with a beautiful pool and lasting views.
Amenities include: Elevated Platform Luxury tents, restaurant, fire pit, on-site security, limited wifi, Pool