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Original Maasai Lodge – Africa Amini Life

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Momela Road, Arusha

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
8 mentions

Everything and especially the breathtaking location Especially Lucas, Anthony …

Good food, great rural location, friendly staff

Friendly staff
7 mentions

The food is amazing, the service is amazing and warm, all the experiences and pe…

Went beyond our expectations, it was the most beautiful place we've ever stayed …

Comfortable rooms
3 mentions

and the view from your room when you wake up is simply amazing

The lodge is set beautifully in the hills between Mount Meru & Mount Kilimanjaro…

Clean rooms
2 mentions

The accommodations are clean, well provided with fantastic views The staff are …

Good food and a very neat and charming lodge

Good value
1 mentions

It is worth staying there for more than one night, there are many attractions su…

Breakfast available
1 mentions

The manager of the hotel was very welcoming - we received a surprise, breakfast …

Overview

Maasai Lodge Tanzania – Africa Amini Life is located at the foot of Kilimanjaro and is surrounded by a 200-hectare nature reserve. The lodge offers an outdoor pool and a bio-sauna. The bungalows have solar-powered light and hot water. Each is equipped with a side table, wardrobe and Maasai-style seating. The modern bathroom includes a rain shower and flushing toilet. Breakfast is served every morning and for lunch and dinner, the lodge prepares home cooked international and traditional Swahili cuisine as well as Maasai specialities. Fresh and organic ingredients are grown in the kitchen's garden. Free Activities offered to guests include the introduction to the philosophy and practice of permaculture, spear throwing competitions with the Maasai, herb walks focusing on medicinal plants native to the area and donkey rides for children. Other optional activities, airport transfers and daytrips to nearby attractions can be arranged for a fee. Meditation classes are offered in the health spa upon prior request and free WiFi is available at the lounge.

Traveller reviews

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Søren

solo_traveller

April 27, 2026

9

Excellent experience and wonderful staff

Very authentic

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Tanja

family_with_children

January 26, 2026

10

If you want to experience these beautiful people and their culture, this is a great start! We are definitely hooked!

Everything and especially the breathtaking location Especially Lucas, Anthony and all the ladies where amazing! We have done a million game drives back at home in RSA - but the day with Lucas has absolutely blown our mind. It was the best game drive in my life!

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Jordi

couple

August 18, 2025

10

Amazing stay

Everything is good

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Richard

couple

March 9, 2025

9

Great but not easy to get to

Good food, great rural location, friendly staff

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Mafalda

couple

September 9, 2024

10

Amazing stay

We liked everything in this property. Everything was just perfect. We highly recommend. The food is amazing, the service is amazing and warm, all the experiences and people in this place are just incredible

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Joachim

couple

February 19, 2024

10

Maasai at its best!

What a great lodge to begin a most remarkable journey in Tanzania! The buildings are terrific in Maasai style. But what is the most important thing: it’s run by the Maasai and lovely taken care of! We loved to sit on our terrace and watch Kilimanjaro. We enjoyed the food, drinks and hospitality. We will come again, is gods willing!

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travelowelove

couple

February 3, 2024

9

We are surprised by the form of construction and location of this building, reminiscent of a traditional Maasai village. The manager of the hotel was very welcoming - we received a surprise, breakfast in the bush at sunrise. It is worth staying there for more than one night, there are many attractions such as Masai dancing.

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Harry

couple

October 17, 2023

10

One of the high lights of our trip so far

This a totally unique place to stay and one of the highlights of our trip so far It is run by the local maasai and is a community project which generates multiple benefits for the local Maasai community It is in a remote location between Meru and Kilimanjaro reached by some very rough roads - Landcruiser needed. You do wonder where you are going but it is well sign posted. The welcome is warm colourful and musical ! The accommodations are clean, well provided with fantastic views The staff are all relaxed, friendly and very welcoming. The free morning guided bush walk and the evening spear throwing are also a high light The food is good and the Maasai BBQ around the fire with Maasai TV not to be missed. Two nights here is needed and a great place to chill out and relax Safaris are great but this provides another dimension to your visit to Tanzania

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joanne

family_with_children

August 8, 2023

10

One of the worlds hidden gems 💎

Went beyond our expectations, it was the most beautiful place we've ever stayed in, the staff are incredible, attentive and made the stay 6* From morning safari walk, too spear throwing, maasai dance and group get together around the firepit. The whole time, we felt like we were living experiencing maasi Village, with the exception of the level of subtle luxury and good standard of food. All the best from maasai White Boy and Mum Charlie (our names)

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Harriet

family_with_children

February 22, 2023

10

Wow! What a welcome and what an amazing place to stay. A fantastic and memorable experience

incredible views, fantastic staff and food.

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Matthew

couple

January 18, 2023

10

Food and original maasai traditions

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Davy

couple

January 6, 2023

10

A unique experience where you get an impression of the life of Maasai! Loved it!

Everything! The perfect ending of our trip in Tanzania / Zanzibar... A unique experience where you get an impression of the life of Maasai... Off course everything is adapted to the needs of a tourist traveler, but nevertheless the authenticity and details are overwhelming... and the view from your room when you wake up is simply amazing! The crew have a lovely energy and they take you on a bushtour, spearthrowing, ... and the food is also amazing! The fact that this project supports Maasai and education only makes it more unique!

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Michael

couple

October 9, 2022

10

Beautiful place, perfect to immerse yourself into Masaai culture!

From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with such great hospitality and warmth, that we felt home right away. The lodge is set beautifully in the hills between Mount Meru & Mount Kilimanjaro and the room - a Masaai Boma - was beautifully decorated with lots of love, warm water and very comfy beds. There are lots of activities that you can do; we arrived around 11 am after a night-flight and immediately were greeted with coffee, Tea & self-made cookies. In the afternoon we took a Bush walk with a Masaai guide and walked close to giraffes, saw gazelles, etc. The spear-throwing competition later on and the Masaai singing and dancing was really fun and very entertaining - and the best, happiest that we witnessed during out trip to Tanzania. The food was very delicious, self-cooked and included some local & traditional specialties. Overall, this was such a wonderful stay - we wished we had stayed for more than just one night. An absolute recommendation on your Tanzania trip!!!! Thank you to the entire team for such a wonderful time!

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Fiona

solo_traveller

August 21, 2022

8

A unique experience and a fantastic stay

Stunning Maasai lodge in Engare Nanyuki Amazing views, surrounded by nature and wildlife Not cheap but good for a couple of days of peace and nature walks.

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Gerhard

family_with_children

July 15, 2022

10

the best

We had such a wonderful stay. Pure nature - comfortable and extraordinary accommodation - friendly people - great hospitality - will love to come back some day - thank you for having us and for caring

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Stephanie

couple

August 9, 2021

9

Amazing stay at the Maasai Lodge

Beautiful location and a great team. Good food and a very neat and charming lodge

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Marek

family_with_children

April 6, 2021

10

Everything. When I wake up in morning with fantastic view on Kilimanjaro I feel in real Africa ..... and we fell in love ..... When we try the food in restaurant I feel like in five stars hotel , When we watched around .... Massai Village , Primary and Secandary Scools with houndreds of smaling childrens faces we understood haw much can do People with big hearts and with reason. CONGRATULATION !!!! This hotel have no staff .... thay have only frends and family. If you are ready to open your heart for surroundings You will spend unforgettable moments in your live. Regards for all of you .... Monika , Ola, Marek

Facilities

Activities

Sauna, Games room, Massage, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Evening entertainment, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Game drives, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Fruits, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar

General

Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Bicycle parking

Internet

Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking

Pool and wellness

Infinity pool, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Swimming pool, Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas

Safety & security

24-hour security

Services

Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Valet parking, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Luggage storage, Tour desk, Packed lunches

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Presidential Suite

This suite features a pool with a view, sauna and fireplace. This spacious suite features 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The suite's kitchen, which has kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. A seating area, a desk, a terrace and a private entrance are offered in this suite. The unit has 7 beds.

Max 8 guests 500 3 bedrooms 4 bathrooms
Two-Bedroom Bungalow with Terrace

This bungalow has solar-powered light and hot water. It is equipped with a side table, wardrobe and Maasai-style seating. The modern bathroom includes a rain shower and flushing toilet.

Max 8 guests 40 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 07:00 to 23:00
Check-outFrom 01:00 until 20:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease note that the price includes full board and 1 daily activity.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 11:33 PM

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