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Arumeru River Lodge is situated on a former coffee plantation surrounded by lush, magnificent gardens, only 30 minutes away from the airport and the city of Arusha. The lodge features an inviting lounge, large terraces with a wonderful view of Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. The 31 chalets, junior suites and family rooms offer a touch of African elegance and are located in individual bungalows spread across the large tropical estate. Guests can visit Arusha National Park or explore the nearby rain-forest on one of the exciting half day excursions or relax at the large solar heated swimming pool watching the Dikdik antelope in the garden. Delicious african and international dishes are served in the Migration Restaurant and the open fire place in the cosy lounge invites guests to step in for a drink.
20 spacious rooms are nested in a tropical garden that is famous for its botanical specimens. Dikdik Antelopes and Guinea fowls are roaming freely between the chalets and can be watched at close range. All rooms are tastefully decorated and permanently kept in mint condition.Garden Chalets are available as single, double / twin or triple room.
• Terrace with Safari Chairs & Table
• Walk- in Shower & double wash basin
• Fan, Mosquito net
• Complementary bottle of drinking water per day
• Integrated European/US power adapters
• WiFi in room, free of charge
• Hairdryer on request
Your comfort option: 6 Junior Suites with luxurious Terrazzo floors and bathrooms. All rooms offer a luxurious light-flooded atmosphere: Pure African Elegance. Junior Suites are available as single, double / twin or triple room.
• plus 20 m2 (compared to Garden Chalets)
• Luxury bathroom
• Second private verandah
• Fan, Mosquito Net
• Complementary bottle of drinking water
• Integrated European/US power adapters
• WiFi in room, free of charge
• Hairdryer
• Safe
A spacious Family cottage: two en-suit bedrooms and a big living room with open chimney (plus guest WC) on two levels – more than enough space for a comfortable stay
• Extra Living Room
• Terrace with Safari chairs and Table
• Complementary bottle of drinking water
• WiFi in room, free of charge
• Mosquito Net, Fan
• Air condition in studio bedroom (upstairs)
• Hairdryer
• Safe
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Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Bath, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Credit Card Facilities, Room Service, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Fine Dining, Garden Tours, High Tea, Massages, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Canoeing, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Golf, Hiking, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Massages, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Approximately one kilometer from Arumeru Lodge, the Usa rainforest is home to natural springs which provide highly valuable drinking water for the entire region. This forest can be discovered through an easy walk, with a ranger. Even though human settlements are close, the forest is home to a large biodiversity and guests can usually enjoy close encounters with wildlife such as colobus monkeys, velvet and blue monkeys as well as a good number of bird species.
Since villagers are constantly collecting firewood the forest is under threat of deforestation.
Arumeru supports the protection and conservation of the Usa forest by donating 50% of the tour fees to secure the salary of the rangers. Since 2011 our guests can join the tree planting project by planting an indigenous tree seedling which is then grown at the lodge.
It takes about 30 minutes by foot from the lodge to traditional Usa village. Arumeru has established partnerships with the village council and supports orphans through the Usa River Children Center by donating 5 $ for each guest staying at the lodge.
The village dispensary and the local anti-malaria program have been supported and Arumeru provides financial help to the rehabilitation center for handicapped children.
All three facilities can be visited during the village wal
Near Arumeru lodge, in Nkoaranga, a group of 25 families produce high-quality organic coffee: it takes about 3 hours to find out all about this very inspiring project. The project is based on a new coffee variety that can be grown without pesticides. "Wild Tracks" purchases the beans at a fair trade price and roasts them in a small roasting factory. Then, Arumeru purchases this coffee which is served at the lodge and sold in our gift shop.
Only 15 km (30 minutes' drive on a rough uphill road) from Arumeru lodge, the Agape women's group is dedicated to farming on the slopes of Mount Meru. The visit includes a farm lunch and a 2 hour hiking tour to the top of Lemala hill from where guests can enjoy stunning views over Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru.
In Tengeru, our neighboring village, lake Duluti is a small crater lake surrounded by rain forest vegetation. A lovely trail circles around the lake and this easy walking itinerary can be done within 1.5 to 2 hours. Guests are accompanied by a ranger who explains the abundant wildlife.