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South from Lake Manyara National Park and West from Tarangire National Park with the famous Great Rift Valley as its surroundings

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Africa Safari Rift Valley is located in the village Mayoka, on the south of Lake Manyara with the famous Great Rift Valley as its surrounding. It’s the perfect location to relax before or after visiting Tanzania’s northern National Parks, conveniently located between Tarangire and Lake Manyara. Africa Safari Rift Valley is a remote location and very quiet. At this location, we offer different tent categories, from Safari Luxury Accommodations to basic Safari Tents. The Safari Luxury Accommodations are complete with raised wooden deck, living room with a comfortable sofa and beautiful rustic wooden interior. Safari Comfort Accommodations are spacious and comfortable, with exterior canvas walls, a tarpaulin floor and a permanent bathroom. The swimming pool and restaurant is embedded in the surrounding landscape and offers a beautiful view of the Rift Valley and Lake Manyara.

The southern entrance of Lake Manyara National Park, Iyambi Gate, is only a short distance away, this national park has a variety of wildlife including the famous tree climbing lions. Lake Manyara National Park is a sanctuary for the hippo, giraffe, impala and zebra, and the lake of Manyara a magnet for birdlife. The west of Tarangire National Park, Sangaiwe Gate, is less than an hour drive away. Tarangire National Park is known for its high number of scenic baobab trees, and is home to the largest population of elephants in Northern Tanzania.

Tanzania is the third largest sugar producer in East Africa. Just a 30 minute ride away from Africa Safari Rift Valley you will find the Manyara Sugar Factory, one of the factories contributing in producing sugar.

The accommodation owes its name to the famous Rift Valley, which is one of the Natural Wonders of the World.

The best place to sit back and relax while enjoying the view of Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley, while watching the wildlife activity in and around the lake.

If you are looking for a comfortable and unique tented lodge with the Great Rift Valley in your front- and backyard, you have found the right place!

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Rooms

SAFARI LUXURY ACCOMMODATION

A canvas accommodation with all the needed luxury inside, and the view of Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley outside. The Safari Luxury Glamping Accommodation is equipped with a king-size bed and a single bed, complete with a seating area with a comfortable sofa inside, a walk in shower, a European toilet and a washbasin. An extra single bed can be placed on request. Outside, a 10 m2 balcony is at your disposal, equipped with chairs.

There are 6 units available.

Facilities:

  • Double bed (180 x 200) and/or one/two single beds (90 x 200)
  • Quality mattress and bed linen
  • Fully equipped bathroom with walk-in shower
  • Mosquito net
  • Private location
  • Inside and outside seating area
    Charging points for mobile phones and cameras
  • Balcony

SAFARI COMFORT ACCOMMODATION

Get the feeling of being very close to nature while sleeping under a canvas wit the Great Rift Valley as your surroundings. The accommodation has its own private 8 m2 terrace with a comfortable seating area. Take in the incredible views of the Great Rift Valley. The room is 32 m2 and is furnished with a king-sized bed. The room is furnished with locally made furniture. You will find an ensuite bathroom which is separated from the room by a tent cloth, with a shower, European toilet and sink.

There are 6 rooms available.

Facilities:

  • Maximum occupancy 2 guests
  • Double bed (180 x 200)
  • Inside and outside seating area
  • Fully equipped bathroom
  • Quality mattress and bed linen
  • Charging points for mobile phones and cameras
  • Mosquito net
  • Standing fan
  • Terrace

SAFARI TENT

For our adventurous travellers we also have Safari Tents available. These tents are very cosy. Basic, but effective. Available against a low price. With 2 single beds inside and a small seating area outside, it's the perfect accommodation for those who want to go back to basics, with the Great Rift Valley in your front- and backyard.

There are 5 tents available.

Facilities:

  • Maximum occupancy of 2 guests
  • Shared toilet and (hot water) shower facilities
  • Close to the restaurant and bar
  • Private location
Accommodation & Facilities

Highlights

  • Uniquely designed tents
  • Off the beaten track
  • Affordable accommodation on a unique location
  • Close to Lake Manyara National Park & Tarangire National park
  • Within easy driving distance of Arusha
  • Located in a very peaceful and quiet area
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathroom with an outdoor shower open to the sun, moon and stars
  • The Great Rift Valley in your front and backyard
  • Built in 2023

Facilities

  • Reception area
  • Bar and Restaurant in a unique tent
  • Safari Luxury Accommodation
  • Safari Comfort Accommodation
  • Safari Tents
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WIFI in restaurant and bar
  • Electricity on solar energy and generator
  • Water heated by solar energy
  • 24-hrs security
  • Four-wheel-drive or safari jeep with pop-up roof for hire (no self-drive) on request
  • Official TATO safari desk (Tanzanian Association Tour Operator)
  • Special Honeymoon and Wedding packages
  • Special planning for Easter & Festive period

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