Maramboi Tented Lodge

The centrally positioned main area is built and situated to make the most of the stunning surrounds. Connected by raised wooden paths and built-on raised wooden floors, it boasts views of golden grassed plains that stretch as far as the eye can see. The lounge is inviting and spacious with comfortable sofas and chairs, characterful hardwood furniture and hand-carved ornaments. Dining under swaying palms with a gorgeous view is the order of the day. Of course there’s also the ever entertaining “bush television” - the campfire with its flickering flames and stories of the wild.

The camp consists of 44 large, well appointed, en-suite tents evenly spread out to create a sense of privacy. The decor is beautifully simple with wooden floors, four-poster beds and wrought iron furniture. The tents, conveniently connected to the main areas by either sand or wooden walkways, are raised off the ground to maximise the striking views of the Great Rift Valley plains. On very clear days, it is possible to see Oldonyo Lengai, a mountain revered by the Maasai. The private veranda, complete with directors’ chairs and a coffee table, is the perfect spot to savour this picture with warthogs and zebra wandering by.

At Maramboi, you get the benefit of game drives in both Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara National Park. There are also Maasai guided bush walks which focus on smaller wonders such as animal tracks, insects and anything else you might bump into on your way to the water's edge of Lake Manyara. The lake’s shore is also a great spot for bird watching and sipping on cocktails, celebrate the beautiful sunset. And if it's true adventure you crave, take to the skies on a hot air balloon ride. Don’t feel like venturing far? Take a dip in the lodge’s sparkling pool and soak up the views and the sun under one of the pool-side umbrellas.