Accommodation
Rooms
There are 16 tents, each approximately 24 square metres, with a private shower room and terrace. Triple and quadruple arrangements are offered; we would check the actual sleeping layout when planning a family stay.
Explore below ↓LocationTarangire, Tanzania
Accommodation16 safari tents
Our take
About Maweninga Camp
Maweninga Camp sits on a granite outcrop inside Tarangire National Park. Its appeal is the elevated perspective: this is a place to enjoy the landscape as well as the wildlife, with the camp itself becoming part of the safari.
Tents and communal spaces follow the contours of the rock. Solar power supports the camp, and evenings centre on the dining area and campfire. The atmosphere favours traditional safari simplicity over extensive resort facilities.
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Inside Maweninga Camp
A closer look at the accommodation and setting.
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Food & drink
Dining
Meals are served in a semi-open communal area, with fresh ingredients sourced in the Manyara region. A bar and evening fire provide places to gather after game drives.
What to do
Activities
Game drives explore Tarangire. Guided walks with a park ranger and optional balloon flights can also be arranged, subject to availability and suitable conditions.
Planning your stay
Rates and inclusions
From US$150 per person per night sharing
Standard room · Full board
Starting-price dates: April–May 2027
Includes: Accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Additional costs: Safari activities/guiding, transfers, flights, applicable park/concession fees and other services unless quoted separately.
Please note: An adult concession fee of US$58.75 per person per night is additional.
The starting price applies only to the dates and occupancy shown, subject to availability. Other seasons and room categories may cost more. Please enquire for a complete itinerary price.
Planning your stay
Build this into your Tanzania journey.
We would give Tarangire enough time to be more than a brief stop on the road to Ngorongoro. Two nights allow a full day of exploring; three make it easier to slow the pace and return to different parts of the park. The exact balance depends on how many nights you have in Tanzania and whether elephants, birds or landscape photography are particular interests. Maweninga can sit naturally before a Karatu or Ngorongoro stay, followed by the Serengeti. If you have already experienced the Serengeti, it can also provide a contrasting opening chapter rather than another version of the same scenery.
The right fit
Would Maweninga Camp suit you?
Who it suits
Travellers who enjoy canvas accommodation, broad views and an informal evening atmosphere. We would consider it for couples or families who value being inside the park and prefer to put their budget into a longer safari. The rocky setting is an important part of its character.
Things to consider
Paths and steps around the granite setting deserve consideration for anyone with limited mobility. This is an unfenced wildlife environment, so follow the team’s instructions after dark. We will confirm walking availability and age restrictions, extra activity costs and tent configurations. A terrace view should not be interpreted as a promise of animals passing immediately below every day.
Useful to know
Maweninga Camp FAQs
Is Maweninga inside Tarangire National Park?
Yes. The camp occupies a rocky promontory inside Tarangire, with views over the surrounding savannah and baobabs.
What is the accommodation like?
Canvas tents are set against the rocks, with private terraces and en-suite showers. The hillside layout is worth discussing if steps or uneven ground are difficult.
Can we include a walking safari?
The operator offers guided walks with a park ranger. Availability and suitability need confirming in advance, as walking is a separate arrangement from simply staying at camp.
What wildlife is Tarangire known for?
Elephants and baobab landscapes are central to the park’s appeal, alongside varied resident wildlife and seasonal animal movements. Particular sightings are never guaranteed.
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your journey?
We will help you compare the setting, rooms and activities with the alternatives for your dates.
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