Simple Comfort, Warm Hospitality & Real Safari Moments

Great location for exploring Lake Manyara, with peaceful evenings, fresh air, and a real safari atmosphere. You wake up to birds, enjoy quiet sunsets, and feel completely connected to nature without any rush  a perfect base before or after a game drive.

01 / About Fig Tree

A little more than a place to stay.

Set in Mto wa Mbu, near Lake Manyara, Fig Tree Lodge & Camp is a welcoming place to slow down between memorable days exploring northern Tanzania.

Here, peaceful gardens, a refreshing pool and a friendly local team make it easy to feel at home. Whether you're stopping on your way to the national parks or spending time discovering village life, we're happy to share this corner of Tanzania with you.

91 Five-star reviews
20 Years of hospitality
Meet Fig Tree Lodge
The welcoming team at Fig Tree Lodge and Camp in Mto wa Mbu, Tanzania
The people behind your stay Warm smiles. Local hospitality. Real connections.
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THE FIG TREE EXPERIENCE

Little comforts. A better stay.

At Fig Tree Lodge & Camp in Mto wa Mbu, near Lake Manyara National Park, the simple things make a difference. Find the everyday comforts you need to relax, recharge and feel at home before or after your Tanzania safari.

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Stay connected and share your safari moments with complimentary Wi-Fi in the lodge's public areas.

Swimming Pool

Cool off with a refreshing swim or enjoy a slow afternoon surrounded by the lodge's green gardens.

Comfortable En-Suite Rooms

Unwind in a cosy room with a private bathroom and hot shower after a day exploring northern Tanzania.

Secure Parking

Convenient, secure parking makes arrivals and departures easier for guests travelling by road or safari vehicle.

Gardens & Birdlife

Take a moment beneath the trees, listen to the birds and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of our garden setting.

Meals at the Lodge

Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with full-board dining options suited to your safari travel plans.

Whether you're here for a night or staying longer, our local team is happy to help you make the most of your time near Lake Manyara.

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03 / Testimonials

Kind words, real stays.

From the first welcome to the morning safari departure, it's often the little things guests remember most. Here's what travellers have shared about staying at Fig Tree Lodge & Camp in Mto wa Mbu, near Lake Manyara.

4.6 / 5
117 Tripadvisor reviews 2026 Travellers' Choice · Checked October 2026
The warm welcome

A welcome worth remembering.

“Great welcome, thank you, the welcome song is super cool”

A memorable welcome made an impression from the start.

Food & hospitality

Good food, good people.

“...excellent service at the hotel, the food was delicious.”

The review also praised an enriching experience exploring the town.

A comfortable safari stop

Ready for the next adventure.

“We would stay again!”

The guest appreciated a comfortable room, hot shower, meals and Susan's help with the morning safari departure.

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04 / Recognition

A warm welcome, recognised.

At Fig Tree Lodge & Camp in Mto wa Mbu, thoughtful details make a stay memorable. We're grateful to the travellers whose experiences have helped us earn recognition on Tripadvisor.

2024 Award
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Travellers' Choice · 2024
2025 Award
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Travellers' Choice · 2025
2026 · On Tripadvisor
2026 Travellers' Choice Confirmed on the lodge's Tripadvisor listing
Most recent recognition
4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Tripadvisor Based on 117 traveller reviews, checked October 2026. Ratings and review totals may change.
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