Tanzania Camps & Lodges
African View Lodge, Arusha National Park, Tanzania
A Lodge or Hotel in Tanzania
Camp Details
Lying at the foot of Mount Meru with stunning views of the mountain and nestled in the small village of Ngongongare, you will find our African View Lodge. Located a good half hour drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport and, likewise from Arusha town, our lodge is the perfect base to start your climbing trips to Mount Meru (4,566 m) and Kilimanjaro (5,895 m) as well as for safaris.
This charming little lodge has 23 en-suite rooms with breathtaking views of Mount Meru. The reception, dining room and bungalows have been designed using local materials including Meru-styled ceilings which are covered with banana leaves.
The tropical garden with its infinity swimming pool as centrepiece offers a cooling plunge, especially during the hot months. In the evenings, whilst enjoying a sundowner on our “Meru View platform” to round off the day, our chefs will be busy preparing tasty meals made with fresh ingredients straight from the markets. We look forward to hosting you in our own little piece of paradise.
WHY CHOOSE AFRICAN VIEW LODGE?
- Visitors to Tanzania’s National Parks are rewarded with scenes of extraordinary wilderness.
- Tackling the highest mountain in Africa is a once in a life time adventure.
- Stunning sights into the crater, and breathtaking views across to the majestic Kilimanjaro make this an incredible climbing experience!
Questions about African View Lodge
Is this a sensible base before climbing Meru or Kilimanjaro?
It is well placed for both. The lodge lies at the foot of Mount Meru in the village of Ngongongare, about half an hour from Kilimanjaro International Airport and the same again from Arusha town, which makes it a practical first or last night before a climb on Meru at 4,566m or Kilimanjaro at 5,895m.
What are the rooms and grounds like?
There are 23 en-suite rooms with views towards Mount Meru. Reception, dining room and bungalows use local materials, including Meru-styled ceilings covered with banana leaves. A tropical garden surrounds an infinity pool, and the Meru View platform is where most guests take a sundowner before dinner.
What do the rates cover?
Rates start from US$95 per person per night in the low season, rising to US$185 at other times of year. Full board here means breakfast, lunch and a three-course dinner, cooked with ingredients bought fresh at the local markets. Children of all ages are welcome.
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African View Lodge Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 01 January - 14 March, 16 May - 31 December | Single Room | US $ 185 |
| 2027 | 15 March - 15 May | Single Room | US $ 95 |
| 2027 | 01 January - 14 March, 16 May - 31 December | Single Room | US $ 185 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
African View Lodge full board includes breakfast, lunch and a 3-course dinner.
Questions about African View Lodge
Is this a sensible base before climbing Meru or Kilimanjaro?
It is well placed for both. The lodge lies at the foot of Mount Meru in the village of Ngongongare, about half an hour from Kilimanjaro International Airport and the same again from Arusha town, which makes it a practical first or last night before a climb on Meru at 4,566m or Kilimanjaro at 5,895m.
What are the rooms and grounds like?
There are 23 en-suite rooms with views towards Mount Meru. Reception, dining room and bungalows use local materials, including Meru-styled ceilings covered with banana leaves. A tropical garden surrounds an infinity pool, and the Meru View platform is where most guests take a sundowner before dinner.
What do the rates cover?
Rates start from US$95 per person per night in the low season, rising to US$185 at other times of year. Full board here means breakfast, lunch and a three-course dinner, cooked with ingredients bought fresh at the local markets. Children of all ages are welcome.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at African View Lodge.
Questions about African View Lodge
Is this a sensible base before climbing Meru or Kilimanjaro?
It is well placed for both. The lodge lies at the foot of Mount Meru in the village of Ngongongare, about half an hour from Kilimanjaro International Airport and the same again from Arusha town, which makes it a practical first or last night before a climb on Meru at 4,566m or Kilimanjaro at 5,895m.
What are the rooms and grounds like?
There are 23 en-suite rooms with views towards Mount Meru. Reception, dining room and bungalows use local materials, including Meru-styled ceilings covered with banana leaves. A tropical garden surrounds an infinity pool, and the Meru View platform is where most guests take a sundowner before dinner.
What do the rates cover?
Rates start from US$95 per person per night in the low season, rising to US$185 at other times of year. Full board here means breakfast, lunch and a three-course dinner, cooked with ingredients bought fresh at the local markets. Children of all ages are welcome.
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