Tloma Mountain Lodge - Lake Manyara National Park

Tloma Mountain Lodge is a hotel near Lake Manyara National Park.

Location
Lake Manyara National Park, Northern Tanzania Safari Circuit, Tanzania, East Africa
Type
tented_camp
Coordinates
-3.308696, 35.664370
Elevation
1,618m
Price range
luxury
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://twctanzania.com/en/accommodation/tloma-lodge/
Activities
Game Drive, Guided Walk, Cultural Visit, Sundowner, Spa, Massage
Amenities
Swimming Pool, Pool, Spa, Massage, Wi-Fi, Airstrip, Restaurant, Bar, Lounge, Laundry, Laundry Service, Library

PlnrScore: 62/100

Sustainability

organic farm

Community

clinic

Wildlife Near This Lodge

941 species observed within 20 km, 69 mammals, 417 birds.

  • Common Wildebeest (Mammalia, 438 observations)
  • Olive Baboon (Mammalia, 361 observations)
  • Spotted Hyena (Mammalia, 349 observations)
  • Thomson's Gazelle (Mammalia, 312 observations)
  • Common Ostrich (Aves, 283 observations)
  • Common Warthog (Mammalia, 278 observations)
  • Grant's Gazelle (Mammalia, 253 observations)
  • African Wolf (Mammalia, 234 observations)
  • Rufous-tailed Weaver (Aves, 218 observations)
  • Speke's Weaver (Aves, 207 observations)

Frequently Asked Questions

We're considering Tloma Mountain Lodge for our honeymoon. What makes it particularly romantic?

We absolutely love Tloma Mountain Lodge for honeymoons. The private verandas on the luxury tents offer incredible views, perfect for quiet, intimate moments. We also highly recommend booking a private sundowner experience on the lodge's grounds; the sunsets over the Rift Valley are simply sensational and feel incredibly special.

How accessible is Tloma Mountain Lodge, and what's the best way to get there from Arusha?

Getting to Tloma is part of the adventure. We usually recommend flying into the Manyara airstrip, which is a short, scenic hop from Arusha. From there, the lodge provides a comfortable transfer, usually around 30 minutes. Driving is also an option, taking about 3-4 hours, and allows you to see more of the Tanzanian landscape unfold.

Beyond game drives in Lake Manyara, what other unique experiences does Tloma Mountain Lodge offer?

While Lake Manyara's tree climbing lions are a must see, Tloma excels at offering more. We strongly suggest the guided walking safari on the lodge's property; it's a fantastic way to appreciate the smaller details of the bush. The cultural visit to a local Maasai village is also incredibly insightful and something we always encourage our clients to do.

What should we pack for a stay at Tloma Mountain Lodge, especially considering it's a tented camp?

Don't let 'tented camp' fool you; Tloma offers true luxury. Pack light layers suitable for warm days and cooler evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and sun protection. While they provide most amenities, we always bring a good pair of binoculars for wildlife spotting and a headlamp for navigating your tent at night, though the pathways are well lit.

We've heard mixed things about the best time to visit Lake Manyara. What's your expert opinion for Tloma Mountain Lodge?

For the best wildlife viewing at Lake Manyara, we find the dry seasons from June to October and December to February are superb. The animals congregate around the remaining water sources, making them easier to spot. However, we also love the shoulder seasons, like November, for fewer crowds and lush green landscapes after the first rains.

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