Utengule Coffee Lodge
YOUR PRIVATE GETAWAY IN SOUTHERN TANZANIA
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Utengule Coffee Lodge offers guests an oasis of calm on the slopes of the mighty Mbeya range in Southern Tanzania, with spectacular views across the East African Rift Valley.
We look forward to welcoming you to our hidden gem!
The Restaurant
Spend time tasting our homemade coffee and diverse cuisines from the veranda of our Arabica Restaurant and Bar while enjoying an excellent view over the Rift Valley.
Opening hours
Breakfast: 6.30 am – 10 am
Lunch/Dinner: 12 pm – 9 pm
Business Events
Utengule Coffee Lodge is also the perfect location for your business event. Let your team get active in a unique and inspiring place – teambuilding in nature, a perfect starting point for sport activities and delicious food.
Give us a call at:
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Mail Address:
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Booking: reservations@utengule.com
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Manager: coffeelodge@utengule.com
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Utengule Coffee Lodge
PO Box 139, Mbeya, Tanzania
Booking: +255 753 020 901
Manager: +255 786 481 902
Directions
Utengule is a 20 km distance from Mbeya town. It can be reached by driving 12 km on the highway towards Zambia and then turning right at Mbalizi town. From that point, it is another 8 km on the all-season road to reach Utengule Estate and Lodge. All turning points are indicated with signboards.
BY PLANE
A fast and cheap way to get to Utengule is by plane. There are several flights a day from and to Dar es Salaam, while Mbeya airport is just 15 minutes away from Utengule Coffee Lodge. On request we are happy to arrange airport transfers or if you prefer you can also take a Taxi.
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BY ROAD – From Dar es Salaam, Zambia or Malawi borders
From Dar it takes about 10 to 12 hours over mainly good tarmac road, passing Chalinzee, Morogoro, Mikumi National Park (Camps available) and Iringa (recommended Lodge is Kisolanza Farm, 60 km after Iringa towards Mbeya)​.
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BY TRAIN
Utengule can also be reached with TAZARA, which leaves from Dar es Salaam City passing through Mikumi park and reaching Mbeya the next day. It is strongly recommended always to book an entire 1st class compartment well in advance. All trains have a restaurant wagon which serves meals but own food and beverage are recommended.
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BY HELICOPTER
As of August 2024, Utengule Coffee Lodge offers a licensed helipad, conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from our reception. For a smooth arrival, please contact us in advance before flying to Utengule Coffee Lodge in Mbeya, Tanzania.
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