Quick facts
Destination
Mto wa Mbu
Country
Tanzania
Category
Budget Camp
Price tier
Budgted
Starting from
$15 per night
Star rating
4 / 5
Number of rooms
20
Nearest airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) — 2 hours from Kilimanjaro Airport
Best for
Budget Camping, Hidden Oasis, Pool, Lake Manyara Views, Immaculate Facilities, Family Friendly
Child policy
Children are welcome.
Last reviewed
May 2026
Migombani Campsite — Mto wa Mbu's Best-Kept Budget Secret
Migombani Campsite is one of Mto wa Mbu's most enthusiastically reviewed budget camping spots — known for "immaculate grounds, modern stylish toilet and shower blocks, a beautiful restaurant and bar setting, a pool with a beautiful Lake Manyara backdrop." It is described as "a hidden oasis" by guests, making it an exceptional find for budget travellers on Tanzania's Northern Circuit. The campsite also has family-friendly facilities.
Migombani caters to tent campers but also has basic rooms. The pool overlooking the Lake Manyara valley makes it one of the most picturesque budget camping experiences in northern Tanzania.
Location & getting there
Nearest airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
Transfer time
2 hours from Kilimanjaro Airport
Facilities & amenities
Rooms & accommodation
Campsite Pitch
Campsite pitches with modern, immaculate shared facilities and pool with Lake Manyara backdrop. Restaurant and bar.
Basic Room
Simple rooms for non-campers. Same pool and modern facility access at budget prices.
Activities offered
Best time to visit
■ Good season ■ Low / wet season
SafariBando's view
Migombani is one of Tanzania's best budget campsites — the pool with Lake Manyara views, spotless modern facilities and family-friendly atmosphere make it significantly better than typical budget camping. An exceptional value find for Northern Circuit overlanders and backpackers.— The SafariBando team
