Quick facts
Destination
Moshi
Country
Tanzania
Category
Safari Lodge
Price tier
Mid-Range Budget
Starting from
$200 per night
Star rating
5 / 5
Number of rooms
10
Nearest airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) — 24 miles from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Best for
Mountain Forest, Kilimanjaro Views, Fireplaces, Whiskey Bar, Machame Gate, Pre/Post Climb, Unique Deck
Child policy
Children are welcome.
Last reviewed
May 2026
Kaliwa Lodge Kilimanjaro โ Mountain Forest Retreat Above the Clouds
Kaliwa Lodge Kilimanjaro sits at 1,300 metres on the foothills of Kilimanjaro in Machame โ just a few minutes from Machame Gate, the entry point for Kilimanjaro's most popular climbing route. At this altitude the lodge is in montane forest, with the Weru Weru River running below in a gorge across which a unique wooden deck cantilevers with direct views to Kilimanjaro's summit. This deck is frequently cited as the finest single feature of the lodge.
The 10 individually furnished rooms all feature fireplaces for cool mountain evenings, individually chosen furnishings and a serene forest atmosphere. Papa's Kilimanjaro Whiskey Bar stocks a global whiskey selection from Scotch to Japanese single malts. The restaurant uses local ingredients and serves hearty breakfasts. Rated 9.3 on Booking.com and consistently praised for location, atmosphere and staff. Cash payment only (USD, TZS or EUR).
Accommodation
Ten individually furnished rooms with fireplaces, in-room safes, desks and private bathrooms with showers. Wooden river gorge deck with Kilimanjaro views. Papa's Kilimanjaro Whiskey Bar. Library, garden, bar and restaurant. Free WiFi and parking. Cash only. Bag storage available for Kilimanjaro climbers.
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WhatsApp UsLocation & getting there
Nearest airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Transfer time
24 miles from Kilimanjaro International Airport
Facilities & amenities
Rooms & accommodation
Forest Room With Fireplace
Ten individually furnished mountain forest rooms. Fireplace, in-room safe, desk, private bathroom with shower. Access to the Weru Weru river gorge deck with Kilimanjaro views and Papa's Whiskey Bar.
Activities offered
Best time to visit
โ Good season โ Low / wet season
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WhatsApp UsSafariBando's view
Kaliwa Lodge is the most atmospheric Kilimanjaro pre/post-climb lodge โ the forest setting at 1,300m, the river gorge deck with Kilimanjaro views and the fireplace rooms create a genuinely special highland retreat. The 9.3 Booking.com rating reflects this consistently. For travellers who want more than a transit hotel before Kilimanjaro โ who want to experience the mountain's lower forest before the climb โ Kaliwa Lodge is the recommendation. Cash only.โ The SafariBando team
