Boutique Hotel

Kudu Lodge & Camp

Arusha, Tanzania · Northern Circuit

About Kudu Lodge & Camp

A welcoming budget lodge on the outskirts of Arusha offering comfortable rooms, a lush garden setting, and easy access to all northern safari circuit departures.

Kudu Lodge & Camp is the ideal starting point for budget-conscious travellers heading into Tanzania's legendary Northern Circuit. Set in peaceful, leafy grounds on the edge of Arusha, the lodge offers a genuine Tanzanian welcome with clean, comfortable rooms at a fraction of the price of the city's luxury hotels. The on-site restaurant serves hearty local and international meals, and the garden bar is the perfect spot to meet fellow travellers before heading out on safari. Despite its affordable price tag, Kudu Lodge does not cut corners on essentials. Rooms feature comfortable beds with mosquito nets, private bathrooms with hot water, and a small veranda overlooking the gardens. The lodge also offers secure parking, luggage storage for climbers heading to Kilimanjaro, and a helpful tour desk that can arrange day trips to Arusha National Park, coffee plantation tours, and cultural excursions to nearby Maasai villages.

Quick Facts

TypeBoutique Hotel

TierBudget

Rooms / Tents18

CountryTanzania

DestinationArusha

Nearest ParkArusha National Park

Nearest AirstripArusha Airport

Family-FriendlyYes

Property Highlights

Affordable Arusha base for safari departures
Lush tropical garden setting
On-site restaurant and bar
Tour desk for day trips and excursions
Luggage storage for Kilimanjaro climbers
Secure parking

Room Types

Standard Double

Twin Room

Camping Pitch

Amenities

WiFi

Restaurant

Bar

Garden

Secure parking

Luggage storage

Tour desk

Laundry service

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves a mix of Tanzanian and international cuisine at budget-friendly prices. A full breakfast is included in the room rate. Packed lunches can be arranged for early safari departures, and the bar stocks local beers and fresh tropical juices.

Activities & Experiences

The tour desk arranges Northern Circuit safari packages, day trips to Arusha National Park, coffee plantation tours, cultural visits to Maasai and Meru villages, and transfers to Kilimanjaro trailheads. The lodge is a popular meeting point for group safari departures.

Wildlife

Arusha National Park, just 30 minutes away, offers walking safaris among giraffes, buffaloes, colobus monkeys, and flamingos on the Momella Lakes. Mount Meru, Africa's fifth-highest peak, provides a stunning backdrop and an excellent acclimatisation climb before Kilimanjaro.

Best Time to Visit

Arusha is a year-round safari gateway. The dry seasons from June to October and January to February are the most popular times for northern circuit safaris. The lodge is busiest during these peak months, so advance booking is recommended for budget travellers.

Get a Quote

Interested in Kudu Lodge & Camp?

Tell us your travel dates and group size — our Arusha-based team will build an affordable safari plan including this property.

Get a Quote

Get a Quote for This Property

Safari Packages

Safari Packages Near Kudu Lodge & Camp

3-Day Group Joining Safari

Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara, Tanzania

3 DaysFrom $415

4-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Camping Safari

Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tanzania

4 DaysFrom $780

3-Day Budget Serengeti Safari

Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tanzania

3 DaysFrom $585

View All Safaris →

Related Properties

Marera Valley Lodge

Karatu, Tanzania

A mid-range lodge in the green hills of Karatu offering excellent value with spacious rooms, a swimming pool, and stunning views over the Great Rift Valley escarpment.

Stunning Rift Valley views from every roomSwimming pool with valley panoramaKaratu coffee country location+3 more

From $90/nightView Details

Simba Campsite

Ngorongoro Crater Rim, Tanzania

Tanzania's most iconic public campsite perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, offering an unbeatable combination of world-class views and rock-bottom prices.

Crater rim location with jaw-dropping viewsThe most affordable way to stay at NgorongoroWildlife wanders through camp+3 more

From $30/nightView Details