Original Maasai Lodge – Africa Amini Life

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.5

Property highlights

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About this property

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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 extra-large double beds
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
and
2 large double beds
Bedroom 3
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Mafalda
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“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”
Joachim
Egypt Egypt
“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...”
Harry
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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...”
Joanne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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...”
Davy
Belgium Belgium
“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...”
Susan
Canada Canada
“It was a once in a lifetime experience. Located in the middle of nowhere and with the most stunning views you could imagine. The staff were amazing, and the room was so well equipped and comfortable. The food was excellent as were the activities....”
Riadh
Tunisia Tunisia
“Séjour paradisiaque, personels magnifiques, très belle ambiances, j'ai beaucoup apprécié l'activité de la chasse au Lion. Une très belle expérience et connaître un peuple très gentil les Maasai. Bravo et merci toute l'équipe”
Aurore
France France
“Le lieu, l accueil des employés , la proximité du cratère de Ngorongoro”
Claudia
Switzerland Switzerland
“Die Lodge ist äusserst geschmackvoll gebaut und stilvoll eingerichtet. Das Personal extrem freundlich. Die Aussicht atemberaubend.”
Amos
Tanzania Tanzania
“Customer service staff go way above and beyond to make sure every detail of the trip is SUPERB!!!”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    African • International
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the price includes full board and 1 daily activity.

Please inform Original Maasai Lodge – Africa Amini Life 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.