Plantation Lodge rests like a green oasis atop red-brown hills amidst the vastness and quiet peace of East Africa. A stay here is an immersion in a restful world, yet Plantation Lodge is conveniently located near the Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire and Lake Manyara national parks. As it name suggests, the lodge lies at the center of a working coffee plantation, and its 16 rooms are surrounded by flowering gardens.
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge has been called ‘the game lodge at the top of the world.’ Between its majestic setting, perched on the rim of the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera, stunning architecture and décor and the world-class game viewing available within the crater, it is no surprise that Ngorongoro Crater Lodge continues to amass international acclaim while delighting some of the world’s most discerning travelers.
Nestled on the fringe of a rain forest, facing a strand of white sand beach and the gin-clear waters of Lake Tanganyika, Greystoke Mahale offers a life-changing experience amidst the wonders of Mahale Mountains National Park. This remote tract of wild habitat is where one of the most thrilling wildlife encounters on earth takes place – the opportunity to spend time with chimpanzees in their natural environment. Greystoke Mahale sits on a pristine beach between the blue waters of Lake Tanganyika and the densely forested slopes of the Mahale Mountains. Accessible only by boat or light aircraft, Mahale Mountains National Park is among Africa’s most isolated and beautiful wildlife sanctuaries.
Rubondo Island, in the southwest corner of Lake Victoria, is for those seeking the thrill of adventure in a truly wild area, all but untouched by man. The camp, the only lodgings on this verdant island immerses you in this lush and unspoilt ecosystem. The camp offers unrivalled access to this one-of-a-kind destination, where elephant roams wild, colourful birds and butterflies flit through the pristine indigenous rainforest and the waters teem with hippo, crocodile and the iconic Nile perch.
Tranquil Gibb’s Farm is nestled in an idyllic spot on the forested slopes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering guests easy access to Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara National Park, as well as a fascinating glimpse into rural Tanzanian life. Built in 1929, this working farm transports visitors to a bygone era of graceful country living replete with sprawling verandas, flower gardens and atmospheric wood fires to warm chilly evenings.
This small permanent tented camp is located on the Schmelling family’s two hundred acre farm on the shores of Lake Eyasi. The camp is situated in a beautiful natural palm and acacia lake-shore forest with a colossal rock as a backdrop and a natural spring nearby. The spring produces over four million liters of water a day that eventually flows into the lake.
Idyllically situated on the sea-front of ancient Stone Town, and flanked by an exotic mix of sultan’s palaces, Portuguese forts, ancient dhow harbours and vibrant bazaars, the Zanzibar Serena Inn is a haven of tranquility and opulence among the bustle of one of Africa’s most ancient and enchanting towns. A member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the inn embodies the epitome of Swahili style and Arabic elegance.
The Southern Sun Hotel has an outstanding location in downtown Dar es Salaam; near the airport in the city’s commercial center and bordering the Botanical Gardens and diplomatic offices. This modern, full-service hotel with the ambience and décor reflective of the Sultans of Zanzibar is a perfect choice for an introduction to Tanzania’s largest city. Dar es Salaam gives direct access to some of the wildlife-rich parks of southern Tanzania, namely Selous Game Reserve and Ruaha National Park.
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Located on the outskirts of Arusha among lush tropical gardens and surrounded by a working coffee farm, Legendary Lodge is one-of-a-kind in Tanzania. View the verdant slopes of Mount Meru from the privacy of your garden cottage while the attentive staff takes care of your every whim. Enjoy outstanding service in your own individual residence or in the colonial main house.
Hidden within one of Tanzania’s largest coffee plantations, Arusha Coffee Lodge is surrounded by some of Africa’s most famous landscapes and national parks. Beautifully positioned below the rugged green heights of Mount Meru, this is the perfect sanctuary to immerse yourself in pure luxury. A 45-minute drive from Kilimanjaro International Airport, this lovely lodge is an ideal retreat to relax and unwind before you begin your safari.