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Questions

Airport pick-ups, payments, children, Wi-Fi and the experiences — the answers guests ask for most.

Getting here

How far is Katiti Lodge from Kilimanjaro International Airport?

About 22 km — around 20 minutes by car. We pick up our guests from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) free of charge, at any hour; just send us your flight number when you book.

How far is Katiti Lodge from Kilimanjaro International Airport?

About 22 km — around 20 minutes by car. We pick up our guests from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) free of charge, at any hour; just send us your flight number when you book.

How far is Katiti Lodge from Kilimanjaro International Airport?

About 22 km — around 20 minutes by car. We pick up our guests from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) free of charge, at any hour; just send us your flight number when you book.

How do we get to Arusha, Moshi or the national parks?

Katiti sits on the main Arusha–Moshi road in Kikatiti. Arusha town is about 40 minutes away, Moshi about an hour and Arusha National Park about 30 minutes. We arrange transfers, a car with driver or a full safari, and safari companies collect guests from the lodge every day.

How do we get to Arusha, Moshi or the national parks?

Katiti sits on the main Arusha–Moshi road in Kikatiti. Arusha town is about 40 minutes away, Moshi about an hour and Arusha National Park about 30 minutes. We arrange transfers, a car with driver or a full safari, and safari companies collect guests from the lodge every day.

How do we get to Arusha, Moshi or the national parks?

Katiti sits on the main Arusha–Moshi road in Kikatiti. Arusha town is about 40 minutes away, Moshi about an hour and Arusha National Park about 30 minutes. We arrange transfers, a car with driver or a full safari, and safari companies collect guests from the lodge every day.

Staying with us

What time are check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Most international flights land in the evening or at night — someone is always awake to welcome you, and early or late arrivals are never a problem. If your flight leaves late, you are welcome to use the garden and restaurant after check-out.

What time are check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Most international flights land in the evening or at night — someone is always awake to welcome you, and early or late arrivals are never a problem. If your flight leaves late, you are welcome to use the garden and restaurant after check-out.

What time are check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Most international flights land in the evening or at night — someone is always awake to welcome you, and early or late arrivals are never a problem. If your flight leaves late, you are welcome to use the garden and restaurant after check-out.

Is breakfast included?

Yes. Every rate includes a cooked breakfast in the garden restaurant — eggs to order, fresh fruit, bread, juice and Kilimanjaro coffee. Leaving before 06:30? We pack a breakfast box for you at no charge.

Is breakfast included?

Yes. Every rate includes a cooked breakfast in the garden restaurant — eggs to order, fresh fruit, bread, juice and Kilimanjaro coffee. Leaving before 06:30? We pack a breakfast box for you at no charge.

Is breakfast included?

Yes. Every rate includes a cooked breakfast in the garden restaurant — eggs to order, fresh fruit, bread, juice and Kilimanjaro coffee. Leaving before 06:30? We pack a breakfast box for you at no charge.

Can we have lunch and dinner at the lodge?

Yes — the restaurant and bar are open to guests all day, with Tanzanian and international dishes cooked to order, cold drinks and a short wine list. You can add half board or full board when you book, or simply order on the day. Packed lunches are ready for safaris and hikes.

Can we have lunch and dinner at the lodge?

Yes — the restaurant and bar are open to guests all day, with Tanzanian and international dishes cooked to order, cold drinks and a short wine list. You can add half board or full board when you book, or simply order on the day. Packed lunches are ready for safaris and hikes.

Can we have lunch and dinner at the lodge?

Yes — the restaurant and bar are open to guests all day, with Tanzanian and international dishes cooked to order, cold drinks and a short wine list. You can add half board or full board when you book, or simply order on the day. Packed lunches are ready for safaris and hikes.

Is there Wi-Fi, and is the lodge safe?

Free Wi-Fi reaches every room and the garden. The lodge is a walled, gated compound with 24-hour security, CCTV and safe private parking.

Is there Wi-Fi, and is the lodge safe?

Free Wi-Fi reaches every room and the garden. The lodge is a walled, gated compound with 24-hour security, CCTV and safe private parking.

Is there Wi-Fi, and is the lodge safe?

Free Wi-Fi reaches every room and the garden. The lodge is a walled, gated compound with 24-hour security, CCTV and safe private parking.

Are children welcome?

Very. Children under 3 stay free, cots are available, and children under 12 pay half price for meal plans. The Kibo Family Suite sleeps four in two bedrooms with a lounge and kitchenette.

Are children welcome?

Very. Children under 3 stay free, cots are available, and children under 12 pay half price for meal plans. The Kibo Family Suite sleeps four in two bedrooms with a lounge and kitchenette.

Are children welcome?

Very. Children under 3 stay free, cots are available, and children under 12 pay half price for meal plans. The Kibo Family Suite sleeps four in two bedrooms with a lounge and kitchenette.

Booking & payment

How do I book and pay?

Choose your dates and room on this website and your room is held for you straight away. A 30% deposit confirms the booking — by bank transfer or mobile money (we send the details by email and WhatsApp) — and the balance is paid on arrival in cash, by card or mobile money.

How do I book and pay?

Choose your dates and room on this website and your room is held for you straight away. A 30% deposit confirms the booking — by bank transfer or mobile money (we send the details by email and WhatsApp) — and the balance is paid on arrival in cash, by card or mobile money.

How do I book and pay?

Choose your dates and room on this website and your room is held for you straight away. A 30% deposit confirms the booking — by bank transfer or mobile money (we send the details by email and WhatsApp) — and the balance is paid on arrival in cash, by card or mobile money.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancel up to 14 days before arrival and we refund your deposit in full. Between 13 and 3 days before arrival we refund half of it. Within 48 hours of arrival, or if you do not arrive, the deposit is kept. Dates can usually be moved free of charge — just ask.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancel up to 14 days before arrival and we refund your deposit in full. Between 13 and 3 days before arrival we refund half of it. Within 48 hours of arrival, or if you do not arrive, the deposit is kept. Dates can usually be moved free of charge — just ask.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancel up to 14 days before arrival and we refund your deposit in full. Between 13 and 3 days before arrival we refund half of it. Within 48 hours of arrival, or if you do not arrive, the deposit is kept. Dates can usually be moved free of charge — just ask.

Which currencies and payment methods do you accept?

Prices are in US dollars. We accept bank transfers in USD, mobile money (M-Pesa, Mixx by Yas, Airtel Money) in Tanzanian shillings at the day’s rate, and cash or card at the lodge.

Which currencies and payment methods do you accept?

Prices are in US dollars. We accept bank transfers in USD, mobile money (M-Pesa, Mixx by Yas, Airtel Money) in Tanzanian shillings at the day’s rate, and cash or card at the lodge.

Which currencies and payment methods do you accept?

Prices are in US dollars. We accept bank transfers in USD, mobile money (M-Pesa, Mixx by Yas, Airtel Money) in Tanzanian shillings at the day’s rate, and cash or card at the lodge.

Experiences & trips

Can the lodge organise our day trips?

Yes — six experiences leave from the lodge with our own drivers and trusted local guides: Arusha National Park, the Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru day hikes, Materuni Waterfalls and coffee, Lake Chala and a Maasai village visit. Add them to your stay when you book, or book them on their own.

Can the lodge organise our day trips?

Yes — six experiences leave from the lodge with our own drivers and trusted local guides: Arusha National Park, the Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru day hikes, Materuni Waterfalls and coffee, Lake Chala and a Maasai village visit. Add them to your stay when you book, or book them on their own.

Can the lodge organise our day trips?

Yes — six experiences leave from the lodge with our own drivers and trusted local guides: Arusha National Park, the Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru day hikes, Materuni Waterfalls and coffee, Lake Chala and a Maasai village visit. Add them to your stay when you book, or book them on their own.

We are climbing Kilimanjaro or going on safari — can you help?

Of course. Katiti is a favourite first and last night for climbers and safari travellers: we store your extra luggage free while you are away, prepare early breakfasts and packed lunches, and coordinate pick-ups with your operator. We can also recommend licensed operators we work with.

We are climbing Kilimanjaro or going on safari — can you help?

Of course. Katiti is a favourite first and last night for climbers and safari travellers: we store your extra luggage free while you are away, prepare early breakfasts and packed lunches, and coordinate pick-ups with your operator. We can also recommend licensed operators we work with.

We are climbing Kilimanjaro or going on safari — can you help?

Of course. Katiti is a favourite first and last night for climbers and safari travellers: we store your extra luggage free while you are away, prepare early breakfasts and packed lunches, and coordinate pick-ups with your operator. We can also recommend licensed operators we work with.

Come and stay

Your quiet place in Tanzania

Check your dates, choose your room and book direct in a few minutes — breakfast and the airport pick-up included.