2026 - 12 Day Tanzania & Zanzibar (Affordable)

African View Lodge is ideally located at the foot of Mount Meru in the village of Ngongongare, Tanzania. The lodge features 23 well-appointed en-suite bungalows, a family cottage, and a treehouse with comfortable beds and private terraces. Facilities and services include a swimming pool, a restaurant, a beer garden, a communal TV room, airport transfers, laundry services, massage treatments, and Wi-Fi. Area activities include trekking, coffee walks, canoeing, safaris, and bushwalks.

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Tarangire View Tented Lodge, located in Tanzania's Tarangire National Park, offers a unique safari experience with 12 spacious house-style tents. Each tent is equipped with beautifully designed furniture, an attached bathroom, and a large terrace with a comfortable couch and table. The lodge provides a scenic location with sweeping views of the Tarangire River valley and nearby kopjes. Guests can enjoy various activities, including night game drives, balloon safaris, and bushwalks. The lodge's resident wildlife includes elephants, waterbuck, lions, impalas, jackals, and leopards, making it an ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

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tents rooms Credit: AfricanViewLtdhttps://african-view.com/ Nestled among ancient acacia, baobabs and sausage trees, our 12 spacious house-style tents offer the ultimate African bush experience with all the comfort you deserve. Each tent is thoughtfully designed with beautiful handcrafted furniture, en-suite bathroom with hot shower. Step onto your private veranda and let the wilderness come to you. Watch the vibrant Superb Starlings flash their iridescent blue-green feathers, spot the iconic Red-billed Hornbills hopping between branches, and smile at the comical parade of Helmeted Guineafowl with their noisy chatter. Franklin's Spurfowl often visit to scratch about beneath the trees. Stay a little longer and you may be rewarded with something truly magical—a graceful giraffe browsing the treetops, a gentle elephant wandering past, or a lion resting in the shade of a nearby kopje. At Tarangire View Camp, the game drive never really ends—it simply continues from the comfort of your own tent.

mess tent launch Credit: AfricanViewLtdhttps://african-view.com/ Relax, Refresh, Unwind After a morning game drive through Tarangire's dusty trails, nothing beats returning to camp for a cold drink and a dip in our plunge pool. Cool off while overlooking the bush—you've earned it. Our lounge bar serves refreshing cocktails made with fresh local ingredients, ice-cold beers, quality wines, and soft drinks. Whether you prefer a classic gin and tonic or something with a Tanzanian twist, our bartender has you covered. Grab a comfortable seat on the deck, share safari stories with fellow travellers, and watch the afternoon light change over the valley. As the sun goes down, gather around the campfire with a sundowner before dinner.

mess tent restaurant Credit: AfricanViewLtdhttps://african-view.com/ At Tarangire View Camp, every meal is an experience to savour. Our talented chefs prepare each dish fresh daily, using ingredients sourced directly from local Tanzanian farmers who share our commitment to quality and sustainability. Wake up to our famous homemade ginger cake and freshly prepared breakfast with panoramic views of the park. Enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch in the bush surrounded by wildlife, and as the sun sets over the baobabs, gather in our open-air dining mess-tent for a memorable multi-course dinner. From perfectly roasted local goat with rich sauces to garden-fresh vegetables and our signature passion fruit mousse, our menu blends international flavours with authentic African inspiration. We happily accommodate dietary requirements—just let us know.

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inside tent room Credit: AfricanViewLtdhttps://african-view.com/ The rooms are equipped with beautifully designed furniture. In addition to the bed, there is a desk, a shelf and enough storage space for your luggage. The tents have an attached bathroom and a big terrace with a comfortabe couch and a table. 8 double/twin 4 triple/quadruple

plunge pool Credit: AfricanViewLtdhttps://african-view.com/ It's just past noon. The morning drive was long and dusty, and you spotted a leopard in a sausage tree—the guide couldn't stop smiling. Now you're back at camp. The heat presses down. You change quickly and walk to the pool. The water is cool. Not cold, just right. You sink in up to your shoulders and let out a breath you didn't know you were holding. In front of you, the valley stretches out—gold and green, scattered with baobabs. A herd of elephants moves slowly in the distance, heading toward the river. You can just make out their shapes through the haze.

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The rooms are equipped with beautifully designed furniture. In addition to the bed, there is a desk, a shelf and enough storage space for your luggage. The tents have an attached bathroom and a big terrace with a comfortabe couch and a table.

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Mawe Mawe Lodge is located on the edge of the Great Rift Valley in northern Tanzania, overlooking Lake Manyara National Park and within easy reach of Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and Serengeti. Guests can explore diverse wildlife and scenic landscapes nearby. The lodge offers villas featuring natural materials, plunge pools, and free Wi-Fi. Dining includes local Tanzanian dishes and international cuisine served in the Calabash Dining Hall, on open-air verandas, or under the stars. Leisure facilities include a scenic swimming pool and outdoor spaces designed for relaxation, complemented by tranquil surroundings and authentic African-inspired interiors.

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Sound of Silence is a unique safari camp located in the heart of the Serengeti. The camp offers luxurious tents equipped with Wi-Fi access, fans, and ensuite bathrooms. Dining at Sound of Silence is an exceptional experience with an à la carte menu and full breakfast buffets. Additional features include a commitment to sustainability and a deep connection to the surrounding nature, making it a perfect blend of comfort and raw wilderness.

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Marera Valley Lodge is located between Karatu Town and Rohia Village and to the main road to Ngorongoro and Serengeti. There are 18 lodges with private decks that provide guests with beautiful views of the surrounding areas. The lodge provides free Wi-Fi access to all guests. There is also an outdoor swimming pool, lounge area, bar and dining room.

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Evergreen Bungalows is a charming, family-run beach hotel located on the East Coast of Zanzibar, specifically in Bwejuu. The hotel features rooms spread across various bungalows, each uniquely decorated with local materials to provide an authentic Zanzibari feel. Dining options at the Evergreen Restaurant highlight seafood, with dishes like lobster, Zanzibar seafood in coconut, and fish tacos.

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