Quick facts
Destination
Mikumi National Park
Country
Tanzania
Category
Budget Camp
Price tier
Budgted
Starting from
$49 per night
Star rating
3 / 5
Number of rooms
15
Nearest airport
Dar es Salaam International Airport (DAR) — 5-hour drive from Dar es Salaam
Best for
Budget Families, Mikumi Base, Udzungwa Access, Playground, Garden, Researchers
Child policy
Children are welcome. Playground on site.
Last reviewed
May 2026
Mantis Lodge & Camping Site — Value-Driven Garden Lodge Near Mikumi
Mantis Lodge & Camping Site is one of the highest-rated budget options in the Mikumi area, scoring 8.9 on KAYAK. Located in the Morogoro region near both Mikumi National Park and Udzungwa Mountains, it is a garden lodge with a playground, terrace, bar and room service. It suits budget travellers, families and researchers/NGO workers stationed in the Morogoro region who need clean, affordable accommodation with reasonable facilities.
Accommodation
Lodge rooms and camping pitches in a garden setting with terrace. Bar, shared lounge, room service and free WiFi. Playground for families. Clean facilities at the budget tier.
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Nearest airport
Dar es Salaam International Airport (DAR)
Transfer time
5-hour drive from Dar es Salaam
Facilities & amenities
Rooms & accommodation
Lodge Room
Simple clean rooms in a garden setting with en-suite bathroom. Terrace, bar, playground and WiFi access. Room service available.
Campsite
Camping pitches in the garden with shared facilities.
Activities offered
Best time to visit
■ Good season ■ Low / wet season
SafariBando's view
Mantis Lodge is a solid 8.9 KAYAK budget option in the Mikumi-Udzungwa area. The garden setting, playground and room service differentiate it from bare-bones guesthouses at a similar price. Best for families and longer-stay travellers needing an affordable base.— The SafariBando team
