Elewana Tarangire Treetops

Elewana Tarangire Treetops — Sleeping in the Arms of the Baobab

Elewana Tarangire Treetops is one of the most architecturally distinctive lodges in East Africa: twenty luxury suites built into and around the ancient baobab trees of the Tarangire National Park boundary, with the massive trunk of each tree rising through or beside the room and the canopy shading the open-fronted veranda. The lodge has been ranked #2 of all Tarangire accommodations on TripAdvisor with over 1,000 reviews — a consistent performance that reflects both the extraordinary setting and the quality of Elewana's service.

The lodge sits on the edge of Tarangire National Park, close to the main gate and with direct access to the park's spectacular dry-season wildlife. Guests are welcomed by Maasai tribesmen in traditional dress — a "blaze of colour and a host of smiles" as the lodge describes it — and the cultural connection with the local Maasai community runs throughout the experience. Evenings at Sunset Hill — a viewpoint accessible from camp — deliver the deep orange sunsets that introduce the Tarangire night sky.

Accommodation

Twenty suites are integrated with the ancient baobabs, each open-fronted with an expansive private balcony designed to provide views across the Tarangire plains. Interiors feature African-inspired décor with high thatched ceilings, comfortable king or twin beds, en-suite bathrooms and all the Elewana luxury standards. The open-fronted design creates a feeling of sleeping in the treetops — the line between room and landscape is deliberately blurred. A swimming pool, spa, gift shop and restaurant complete the lodge facilities.

Activities

Game drives in Tarangire for the park's famous elephant concentrations, tree-climbing lions, giant baobabs and exceptional birdlife. The lodge's guides are experienced and knowledgeable. Sunset Hill sundowners offer panoramic views across the Tarangire plains as the light changes. Cultural experiences with the Maasai community. Spa treatments available. Night walks in the area around the lodge can be arranged.

Who Is Tarangire Treetops Best For?

Tarangire Treetops is for travellers who want the most distinctive and atmospheric Tarangire experience — not the most remote or the most luxurious, but the most memorable architecturally and the most consistently celebrated in guest reviews. The baobab integration, the open-fronted rooms, the Maasai welcome and the Sunset Hill sundowners create a complete and emotional experience that guests consistently describe as a highlight of their Tanzania circuit. Strongly recommended for couples, honeymooners and first-time Tanzania visitors.