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Tanzania - Places To Stay
Tanzania offers some of the best safari destinations that are easily combined with tropical beaches, walking in the Usambaras and/or Kilimanjaro Treks.
The Northern Safari Destinations, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater & Tarangire, are amongst some of the most famous wildlife parks, whereas the southern parks, such as Selous, Ruaha & Katavi, are some of the most untouched reserves in Africa. All parks offer unrivalled safari experiences in terms of abundance & diversity of wildlife and variety of landscapes.
Beach destinations like Zanzibar and Mafia Island offer palm fringed white beaches, pristine coral reefs and a colourful history believed to go back some 2,000 years.
The Northern Safari Destinations include National Parks such as the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Tarangire and Arusha. You can choose between mobile and fly-in wildlife safaris.
Mobile safaris are in private 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roof to allow optimal game viewing and accompanied by a local diver/guide. Mobile safaris can be based on camping, lodges or a mixture of both. Mobile camping is in tents with canvas camping beds and bed linen & blankets on special, but public campsites (not recommended for children under 12 years).
Fly-in safaris are based in lodges and semi-permanent tented camps and avoid long road transfers between the parks.
Below you will find a selection of our preferred small lodges and semi-permanent tented camps carefully selected with our responsible travel philosophy in mind.
 |  Ngorongoro Conservation Area - Gibb's Farm Lodge is a working farm located on the outer slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater, only 25 mins drive via a tarmac road to the Crater entrance. The cosy farmhouse and en-suite cottages are set within the lodge's beautiful english gardens. The 80 year old farmhouse, with intimate living rooms, cozy reading corners and inviting
fireplaces, retains her character of a well-looked after
private house. Just steps away is the dining
room, where Farm-fresh meals are served daily - most of the delicious home cooked food and coffee is organically grown on the farm.
A library, coffee roasting area and gift shop are all
tucked inside the Farmhouse. The patio and front
garden area share sweeping views of the valley and surrounding escarptment hills. |
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 |  Arusha - Karama lodge & Spa is an eco-friendly lodge located in Arusha and is the perfect start or end to a safari or for a restful night's sleep before climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. Situated at the top of the lush and serene Suye Hill, the lodge is rustic, yet comfortable, with an ambience providing a personalized service in a relaxing atmosphere. The unique cabins on stilts to ensure privacy and spectacular views of the landscape, Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru. |
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 |  Arusha - Kigongoni lodge is located on a historic 70-acre coffee farm amid natural forest. Sitting on a hilltop with lush surroundings, the lodge offers breathtaking views of Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru. Tucked between the trees are cottages built in traditional African styles and materials. The rooms, cocktail lounge and restaurant - all with fireplaces - are furnished in an intimate and comfortable manner, maximizing the site's unique views and natural features. |
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 |  Lake Manyara - Kirurumu Tented Lodge is set high on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, enjoying a marvelous panoramic view eastward over Lake Manyara, the Rift floor and Mt. Losimingori. Behind Kirurumu, the Ngorongoro Highlands rise in green and fertile splendor forming the gateway to Ngorongoro Crater, the Olduvai Gorge and the Serengeti. The lodge is extremely unobtrusive, having been built with great sensitivity in line with Kirurumu's commitment to eco-sensitive tourism. The basic tented rooms are comfortable and have en-suite bathrooms. The lodge has a bar and dining room with beautiful views across the Rift Valley and Lake Manyara. |
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 |  Serengeti National Park - This traditional tented safari camp provides luxury in a remote location. The camp is situated close to the Grumeti River and provide excellent game viewing opportunities. The spacious safari tents are equipped with en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets and bucket showers, and both hot water and lighting is solar powered. Meals are served in the mess dining tent or under the stars. The kitchen caters for all requirements and fresh ingredients are used for all meals. Personal attention and care is very important at Mapito and staff will do their best to ensure that guests feel welcome and have a comfortable stay. |
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 |  Southern Serengeti - Ndutu Safari Lodge is located in the remote southern Serengeti eco-system, overlooking Lake Ndutu. Set under a canopy of giant acacia trees, the lodge offers a superb base from which to explore a range of habitats in the area. Accommodation are comfortable stone cottages that extend from the central, open-sided bar, lounge and dining room. Each room has its own private veranda for guests to relax and watch wildlife passing through the area. There are no fences around the lodge and wild animals wander through camp at all hours of day and night. Good quality home cooked meals are served in the central dining room. Guests can relax around the campsire or in the bar after dinner while coffee is served. |
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 |  Serengeti National Park - Olakira Camp is an exclusive, seasonal camp moving between various locations in the Serengeti following the Great Migration of wildebeest & zebras. The camp is in Ndutu/Moru area from December to March, a magical period when many migrating animals give birth. It moves to the northern Serengeti (Mara/Bologonja) for the months of June to December, where you can witness the famous Mara River zebra & wildebeest crossing. 'Olakira' means 'star' in Maasai and the mobile nature of the camp allows it to move to the densest concentrations of wildlife.
The luxury tents have king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms, private verandas with a couch. Bathrooms are very comfortable for a mobile camp, having a shower, wash basin and an environmentally friendly toilet, using water and environmentally friendly chemicals. All tents have bottled water, generator & solar back for lighting, camp
information folder, whistle (in case of emergency), torch, mosquito repellent, and insect spray. There is also a communal dining and lounge area. |
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 |  Tarangire National Park - Oliver's Camp is a luxury `true bush experience' in the remote south-western part of Tarangire National Park in Northern Tanzania. The area borders the Silale swamps with an unparalleled concentration of animals, including elephants & cats. The camp, originally set up by Paul Oliver, offers the unique opportunity for guided walks inside Tarangire or game drives. The beautifully furnished guest tents have solid wooden furniture, beautiful linen and gorgeous warm showers that can be taken under the Tarangire sky. Every evening, guests relax or read in the lounge and library tent, or drink sundowners at the fireplace, from which superb views of landscape and sunset can be enjoyed. The camp can also be rented on an exclusive basis |
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 |  Serengeti National Park - Sayari Camp is an exclusive, seasonal camp located in the Mara River area in the far northern Serengeti. The Tanzanian Mara River area is one of the greatest secrets of Africa, with large concentrations of animals year-round, like the Kenyan Maasai Mara, but without the vehicles. The Great Migration of zebra & wildebeest usually roam the area from mid-July to November and in this time you could witness the famous Mara River crossings. Outside the Migration season there is still plenty to see. The area boasts many resident cats, elephants, resident zebra & wildebeest, herds of topi and lesser known animals such as the bat-eared fox. The river is hippo & crocodile territory year round.
Sayari is Kiswahili for universe, capturing the vast plains and endless skies in which the camp is immersed. The camp is split into two wings each with their own dinning and lounge areas to ensure intimacy. The tents have king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms, and private verandas with a couch for relaxation. The spacious bathroom has a shower, double vanities and a ceramic environmentally friendly flush toilet. The intimate dining tents serve top quality food and the lounge tent & fire place are perfect for socialising over a drink and relaxation. After game drives, you can overlook the Serengeti Plains from the spectacular infinity pool or the privacy of your veranda. |
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 |  Serengeti National Park - Suyan camp is an exclusive, seasonal camp based in the Loliondo Game Area, the spectacular, wild, Maasai inhabited area in the eastern Serengeti. Animals roam freely as there are no fences between the NP and the bordering game areas. Suyan Camp operates from mid-December to March in this area through partnership agreements with the village of Piyaya. Piyaya private concession is located in southern Loliondo with easy access to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. It offers stunning landscapes with the Gol Mountains and the deep Sanjan Gorge, unspoilt Maasai culture, ancient rock paintings and excellent possibilities for walking. Parts of Piyaya have good resident game and the Migration moves into the area when it rains. The rare wild dog (Suyan meaning wild dog in Maasai) has been a regular sight for Suyan guests in recent years.
A stay in the intimate Suyan Camp reflects the history of the land. Although the camp is the home base of a stay in the area, walking safaris and fly camping will take you deep into this wild and ancient land. Your stay at Suyan is not about luxury, but about discovery, exploration and solitude. The safari style tents have comfortable en-suite bathrooms with flushing toilets and safari showers. After activities, guests gather around the fire, at a sundowner spot and in the common dining and library tent. |
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The Southern Safari Destinations include National Parks and Game Reserves such as Ruaha, Mikumi, Selous, Udzungwa and Saadani on the coast. You can choose between mobile and fly-in wildlife safaris.
Mobile safaris are in private 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roof to allow optimal game viewing and accompanied by a local diver/guide. Mobile safaris can be based on camping, lodges or a mixture of both. Mobile camping is in tents with canvas camping beds and bed linen & blankets on special, but public campsites (not recommended for children under 12 years).
Fly-in safaris are based in lodges and semi-permanent tented camps and avoid long road transfers between the parks.
Below you will find a selection of our preferred small lodges and semi-permanent tented camps carefully selected with our responsible travel philosophy in mind.
 |  Ruaha National Park - Jongomero Camp has a magnificent setting on the banks of the Jongomero Sand River in the remote south-western sector of Ruaha. It is a luxury safari camp set under shady acacia trees with luxury safari tents under enormous thatched roofs with a spacious private verandas. The dining and living areas are both original and very comfortable offering a great vantage to take in the sights and sounds of the African bush that surrounds the camp, as does the natural rock pool for those hot days. A combination of table d'hote, elegant buffets, al fresco dinners under the stars, campfire cooking and classic safari picnics are offered. An international cuisine with a truly East African flavour. |
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 |  Katavi National Park - Katavi Wildlife Camp is one of the only two camps in Katavi. Katavi is universally recognized as one of the few truly remote and untouched areas of Tanzania's immense conservation areas, offering exclusive and unforgettable safari experiences. The habitat is predominantly high plains grassland, which becomes swampy wetland during the rains, interspersed with fringes of miombo woodland and scattered acacia.
The tents are built onto wooden platforms, shaded by an
extended thatch roof and are luxurious in size and furnishings. They are cunningly set back in amongst the trees that line the Kitasunga Plain, providing both shade and camouflage in this prime game viewing area, where the wildlife are unaware of your presence. From your tent you can watch the daily movements of game between food and water and witness the dramas unfold. All tents have solar heated water. Dining is in the mess tent or under the stars. |
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 |  Ruaha National Park - Ruaha River Lodge occupies a unique and privileged position set around a series of rocky kopjes in a bend of the great Ruaha River. Game is drawn to the river from the neighbouring hills and you can witness the great wildlife dramas unfold from the comfort and protection of your banda. With resident hippos and crocs there is always plenty of action to watch and even some incidents of lion and leopard kills have been seen from the lodge.
Ruaha National Park is the largest in Tanzania and offers fabulous game viewing all year round. With its position in the transvergence zone between the northern and southern hemispheres, Ruaha's species diversity is phenomenal. For example you can find Roan antelope, Sable antelope, Greater Kudu, Lichtenstein hartebeest here (all rarely found further north) and at the same time find Lesser Kudu and Grant's gazelle (not common further south), as well as a full range of predators such as Lion, Cheetah, Striped & Spotted hyena, Leopard, Side Striped jackal, Black backed jackal, and good populations of Wild dog.
The lodge blends seamlessly into its surroundings with bandas built from natural stone with thatched roofs. All stone bandas have a lounge area with sofa and armchair, coffee table and writing desk. The private verandas offer laid-back game viewing with the occasional visiting elephant. The lodge's 2 dining and bar areas are at river level and at elevation, serving wholesome food made from the produce of their highland farm. The elevated dining area provides unrivalled panoramic views across the Ruaha River. |
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 |  Selous Game Reserve - Rufiji River Camp has a prime location on the banks of the mighty Rufiji River. The section of Selous north of the river is an area of miombo forest with dense areas of hardwood and is home to around 50% of Tanzania's elephant population. It is also home to large numbers of buffalo and lion, as well as a healthy population of Wild dogs. The Rufiji itself is a sprawling waterway with 5 distinctive 'lakes' joint together by a myriad of channels. It is a birders paradise with over 440 species of birds recorded, including the rare Pel's Fishing Owl and White-Backed Heron. Selous is the only Game area in Tanzania to offer river boat safaris.
Rufiji camp has recently been redesigned and renovated with much larger, airy tents built on wooden platforms. The safari tents all have river views and are shaded by makuti roofs. Each tent has an en-suite bathroom and an extended and shaded veranda, where you can relax between safari activities and enjoy the many hippos in front of the camp. Meals are served in their open restaurant/bar/lounge area again with fantastic river views and their shaded swimming pool provides the necessary refreshment during the heat of the day. |
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 |  Selous Game Reserve - Sable Mountain Lodge is located in the Beho Beho Hills - a remote part of Selous. The park is home to large populations of some of Africa's most sought after game, including elephant, lion, wild dog, leopard, buffalo, hippo, crocodile and herds of plains game. Selous is one of the few parks in Tanzania that allows walking safaris. Whilst foot safaris are not as prolific in game sightings as other safaris, it does allow you to get closer to its smaller, sometimes overlooked, inhabitants whilst still offering the potential of a face to face wild encounter to keep you on your toes!
The stone cottages and luxury tented bandas are spaced out across the hillside, and are all en-suite, have spring water supply, solar lighting and a private veranda with wonderful views. The two honeymoon bandas are in the most private setting and with outdoor showers provide the ultimate romantic bush experience. Their two open-air restaurants and bar areas serve international cuisine and the swimming pool is fed by natural springwater. There is also a treehouse overlooking a waterhole attracting regular evening visitors such as elephant, buffalo, leopards, sable antelope and wild dogs. |
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 |  Selous Game Reserve - Selous Safari Camp is located at the centre of the unique riverine and lake complex on the banks of the Rufiji River. The camp is designed to blend in with the spectacular natural scenery in what is one of the most photogenic areas of the Selous. The large safari tents are all set on its own raised timber platform with seating areas at the front and back. The dining and bar areas are elevated onto tall platforms both with large comfortable sofas, and wildlife reference library. Dining makes the most of African influences with local fresh fruit, vegetables & spices. The swimming pool is set in shade with day beds and towels. |
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 |  Mikumi National Park - Stanley's Kopje is situated on the traditional trader and exploration routes taken by the likes of Stanley, Burton, Speke and Livingtone on their epic journeys to find the source of the River Nile. The camp offers classic African-style safari in custom designed tents. It is set around a rocky kopje overlooking the Mkata river floodplain offering uninterrupted panoramic views across the plains with herds converging to drink at the Mwanambogo waterhole.
The 12 en-suite tents are spaced around the base of the hill with open vistas stretching out as far as the eye
can see. The tents are raised on wooden platforms, have thatched roofs, private verandas and bathrooms with solar heated water. The dining/lounge area with campfire place offers stunning 360 degree views and warm hospitality.
The open grasslands of Mikumi change through a spectrum of oranges and yellows throughout the day with with large herds of Nyasa Blue Wildebeest, buffalo, impala, zebra and giraffe. Where there are large herds of game, there are always plenty of predators waiting for dinner. The best time for game viewing is in the dry months between June and February. All game drives around the park are taken in open 4x4 vehicles designed to ensure maximum visibility for all passengers. |
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 |  Saadani National Park - Tent With a View safari lodge is located on the Mkwaja coastline, just outside the north-east boundary of Saadani. It offers a peaceful retreat and an unique experience of big game and barefoot luxury. Whilst the diversity of animals in the park is comparable to most other game reserves, their abundance is lower and accessibility to the park is still somewhat of a challenge. Large game currently seen include giraffe, buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, sable antelope, eland, hartebeest, wildebeest, zebra, waterbuck, reedbuck, greater kudu, warthog, hyena, mongoose, civet, serval, baboon, black and white colobus, crocodile, hippo, three species of duiker as well as a great variety of birdlife. Saadani is dominated by acacia woodland and coastal thickets, but also protects a large area of mangrove swamps along the coastline north from the Wami River.
The tented bandas are elegantly perched on stilts spaced out along the pristine Indian Ocean beach. All the beachfront bandas offer total privacy, are fully en-suite and have large verandas with hammocks overlooking the Indian Ocean. The spacious restaurant & bar area is also elevated on stilts overlooking the sea. Freshly caught seafood is a speciality and combined with an extensive wine list you are assured of a memorable dining experience. |
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 |  Mikumi National Park - Vuma Hills Tented Camp is a permanent tented camp, perched above the trees stretching over the seemingly endless wilderness in the south west of Mikumi. Four major and distinct vegetation zones converge in Mikumi: miombo woodland, arid bushland, coastal zone and the mountains of Uluguru and Ruhumero making it a unique ecotonal area. The animals and birds species are also different in each of these habitat types. Lion, leopard, elephant, crocodile, zebra, giraffe and varied antelopes are regularly seen on the plains with Hartebeest, Sable, Greater Kudu, Colobus Monkey and Hunting dog are found in the Miombo woodland area.
The spacious tents on wooden platforms with thatched roofs are dotted around the restaurant, bar and swimming pool. All tents have en-suite bathroom facilities and lovely shady verandas. They are spacious and most have a double and single bed. The dining/bar area overlooks the swimming pool, creating an oasis of tranquillity. Food is prepared with pride by the camp chefs, using fresh produce from the lodge owners' highland farm. The evenings are lit up with a brazier and give you the chance to see the 5 resident honey badgers, civets, genets and bush babies that arrive for their evening meal. These unusual dinner companions are sometimes accompanied by porcupine - all nocturnals that are rarely seen, especially at such close proximity. |
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The Zanzibar Archipelago comprises of two main islands, Unguja (or better known to us as Zanzibar) and Pemba, and about 50 smaller islets. Indulgence yourself with the luxury of Zanzibar's white, palm-fringed beaches, turquoise waters and Stone Town's eclectic history. All our island trips are arranged on a tailor-made basis using a variety of accommodation, ranging from small coastal resorts overlooking the best beaches to intimate hotels situated in the heart of historical Stone Town.
Below you will find a selection of our preferred resorts and hotels carefully selected with our responsible travel philosophy in mind.
 |  Stone Town - Formerly known as Emerson & Green, 236 Hurumzi is an exclusive Stone Town based hotel, impressively restored to its former glory. It has beautifully decorated en-suite rooms, all with individual decors and full of character. Most rooms have a large stone bathtub for an extraordinary bathing experience, and either a ceiling fan or air-conditioning.
Their newly restored building at 240 Hurumzi, adjoining 236 Hurumzi, offers six more rooms also elegantly furnished with Zanzibar beds and antique furnishings. 236 and 240 Hurumzi are located in the heart of historic Stone Town and offers great food in their romantic Tower Top restaurant. It is open on all sides and offers superb views over the old town and harbour. |
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 |  Chapwani Island, Zanzibar Archipelago - Chapwani Island is a small lodge on a private island, just off the coast of Zanzibar, surrounded by white sandy beaches. The island has plenty of small coves and sandy bays, perfect for finding a secluded private beach and its crystal blue waters are great for snorkelling. The rooms are simply furnished with a four-poster bed, a mosquito net, ceiling fan, wardrobe and traditional Zanzibari writing desk. A banana leaf shutter closes the room from the light outside whilst letting through a fresh breeze. Each room has its own terrace and lounge beds on the beach in front of the room. |
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 |  Chumbe Island, Zanzibar Archipelago - Chumbe Island Coral Park is a protected island near Zanzibar. About 90% of the island is covered by one of the last remaining pristine 'coral rag' forests in Zanzibar, a specialised plant community that can survive without any groundwater. The island is also surrounded by extremely rich coral reefs.The eco-bungalows are designed to provide both privacy and a sense of freedom of living in the open. The units all have composting toilets, showers and solar-power panels that provide hot water and lighting. All the bungalows overlook the sea and it takes just 30 seconds to stroll from the comfort of your hammock to feeling the warm tropical ocean lapping at your feet.
The dining room is in the same building as Chumbe's visitors centre, where an abundance of mouth-watering dishes are served in a mixture of Zanzibarian, Arabic, Indian and African tastes and satisfy both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. |
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 |  Stone Town - Dhow Palace Hotel is a luxurious hotel in a 19th Century restored house in the heart of Stone Town. It has an impressive selection of antique ornaments & furniture of East meets West. Its spacious en-suite rooms are furnished with traditional Sultan four-poster beds and Zanzibari artifacts. All rooms have balconies overlooking an attractive and cool central courtyard with swimming pool. Its rooftop restaurant offers a variety of seafood, local and international cuisine, as well as panoramic views of Stone Town and the Indian Ocean. |
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 |  Zanzibar Southwest Coast - Fumba Beach Lodge is located on one of Zanzibar's most secluded beaches, overlooking the Menai Bay Conservation Area. Concealed and miles away from the well visited tourist areas in Zanzibar, Fumba's interesting architecture inspired by ancient cultures, blends effortlessly with the surrounding environment. The rooms are comfortable and spacious with private verandas. Fumba's open-air restuarant specializes in seafood with a local flavour. Constructed from an old dhow, the famous FumBar is situated under a giant baobab tree on a seaside cliff - the perfect place to sip on a cocktail while watching the sun set. |
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 |  Pemba Island - Fundu Lagoon is the epitome of a 'bare foot paradise' with a distinct Robinson Crusoe air on a remote and beautiful beach. It is only accessible by boat and provides a perfect place to relax and unwind in casual yet stylish surroundings. The rooms are set along the beach front or on the hillside and consist of designer tents on wooden decks & under makuti roofs.
All buildings connect with wooden walkways & paths through indigenous forest. Meals are served in the main building overlooking the sea or at the jetty and consist of 3 course lunches & dinners of high international standards. The jetty's cocktail bar, stretching way out into the sea, is perfect for sundowners. |
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 |  Zanzibar Northeast Coast - Matemwe is a perfect mix of relaxation and excitement. Their suites are built from local materials in harmony with the surroundings, each with a personal touch and directly overlooking the Indian Ocean. Meals are served in their el-fresco restaurant overlooking the Indian Ocean. Buffet lunch offers a delicious mix of African & European flavours and dinner is a choice of main courses of meat, fish or vegetarian, although seafood is the true specialty of the house. Combine this all with its lush tropical gardens, massages and cocktails make Matemwe the ultimate tropical paradise. |
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 |  Zanzibar East Coast - Pongwe Beach Lodge is situated on one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world. Pongwe offers a sublime paradise island experience ideal for swimming and snorkelling. If the midday sun becomes too strong you can retreat into the shade of the palm trees that line the white sandy beach, and sip a long, cool drink. Beautiful gardens surround the beach front Zanzibarian cottages with traditional lime wash walls and thatched roofs of woven palm leaves. You will find various local hand crafted Zanzibarian doors and traditional beds. |
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 |  Zanzibar North Coast - Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel is located on one of the most pristine beaches of Zanzibar Island. The bungalows are built from hand-cut fossilised coral limestone and other natural materials. The resort has beautiful tropical gardens, stunning ocean views, white sandy beach and fresh water swimming pool. The food is served in an open-air restaurant, all freshly prepared by Zanzibarian chefs and served 3 times a day. Dinners are seasonally characterised with seafood buffets, open-air barbeques, coconut curries, grilled fish and tempting desserts. |
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 |  Zanzibar East Coast - Shooting Star Inn is an intimate and tranquil family run hotel. Nestled on a headland amongst lush tropical gardens, Shooting Star overlooks the beautiful fine white sands and coconut palms of Kiwengwa beach. The cottages are built to high standards in traditional Zanzibari style with white lime washed walls, high-beamed ceilings and large windows. The open-air restaurant and bar have panoramic views over the Indian ocean. The quality of the food is renowned across the island - serving a wide variety of African and international cuisine, specialities include lobster, meat grills and smoked fish, using traditional African recipes. |
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 |  Stone Town - Tembo House Hotel is situated in Stone Town's picturesque seafront area, with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean. It has very much the feel of a traditional Zanzibarian house with an array of antique furniture and ornaments from all over the world and traditional carved wooden beds in all rooms. Rooms are spacious, beautifully decorated with excellent facilities and sea-views. It also has the benefit of a swimming pool so you can cool off during the heat of the day. Meals are available in Bahari Restaurant featuring local and international cuisine. |
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 |  Zanzibar South Coast - Unguja Lodge is an up market, small scale hotel situated on the southern tip of Zanzibar Island. The spacious, private bungalows are set in beautiful tropical gardens, which attract indigenous wildlife species like the rare Red Colubus monkey. The Zanzibar style bungalows look out over the Indian Ocean where local fisherman pass by in their traditional dhows on a daily basis. The restaurant serves excellent Zanzibar style cuisine, and the resident chef makes use of traditional ingredients combining fresh seafood with homegrown spices. A private barbeque lunch on one of the small deserted islands near the southern coast can be organized on request. Relax and enjoy a fresh fruit cocktail at the bar or walk along the white sandy beach while watching the sun set in the east. |
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The Mafia Archipelago is a real paradise for nature lovers and divers and the perfect place for complete relaxation. Accommodation on the island is exclusive and unpretentious and offers the ideal setting to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Mainland Tanzania offers an opportunity to experience the "real" Tanzania and explore off the beaten track coastal towns like Mikindani, a wonderful example of a traditional coastal Swahili town, with a blend of African, Arabic and European cultures.
All our coastal trips are arranged on a tailor-made basis using exclusive and unique accommodation options. Below you will find a selection of our preferred lodges carefully selected with our responsible travel philosophy in mind.
 |  Chole Island, Mafia Archipelago - Chole Mjini offers accommodation in unique treehouses, set in attractive tropical gardens with ancient Persian ruins overlooking Chole's beach. Each treehouse is designed individually and built using local materials and craftsmanship. Some are built around baobab trees, others set in the mangroves or on the beach. Each treehouse has a private garden with dry-composting toilet and hot water shower at ground level. Meals are served in a charming open-sided building, also housing a lounge area and upstairs bar with sweeping views across Chole Bay. The accent is on traditional local dishes of fresh seafood, fruit & vegetables, but also more international recipes adapted to local ingredients and zesty spices. |
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 |  Bagamoyo, Swahili Coast - Lazy Lagoon Lodge is a small, yet luxurious lodge boasting not only 9 km of deserted beach, but also set on a nature reserve home to many small mammals, mangrove trees and patches of indigenous forest. The large airy rooms have wide shaded verandas. The moon lit dinners on the beach and peace & tranquillity are just some of the reasons for spending a few days on Lazy Lagoon. Situated only an hour transfer from Dar, this idyllic Robinson Crusoe Island is the perfect way to start or finish your holiday. |
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 |  Mikindani, Swahili Coast - The Old Boma is a 100 year old fort and a national monument, beautifully restored into a comfortable hotel whilst retaining its original features and charm. The Boma is set on a hillside overlooking the Indian Ocean, providing breathtaking views from dawn to dusk. The spacious en-suite rooms are furnished with hand-carved beds, Tinga-tinga paintings and other local handicrafts.
The restaurant serves organic vegetables from its market garden and fresh seafood bought direct from local fishermen. There is a large swimming pool surrounded by Frangipani & Flame trees, and a poolside bar with the Old Courthouse providing shaded seating. |
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 |  Mafia Island - Pole Pole is a luxurious yet unpretentious resort set on the southern side of the main island. It has pleasant tropical gardens and spectacular coastal views. The elegant and spacious bungalows are built by local craftsman, entirely out of wood and raised on stilts. They are all spacious with a private veranda overlooking a stretch of sandy beach and Chole Bay. Gourmet meals are served in the dining/bar lounge with an attractive ethnical decor. |
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For the visitor who is willing to head off the main tourist trail to explore the diversity of Tanzania, the Usambaras offer incredible natural biodiversity, a fascinating cultural history and some great walks culminating in breath-taking viewpoints. This little known mountain range is one of the gems of Tanzania and the perfect place to get to know some of the local people. This area used to be an upmarket community for colonial officers and retirees, and a spacious colonial-era manor, complete with lush gardens and uninterrupted views, is the ideal base from which to explore the area.
 |  Western Usumbara Mountains - Muller's Lodge is located approximately 20 km outside Lushoto. Amongst the early settlers in the Usambara was Grant, a retired forestry officer. In 1935 he built his home, located at 1,700m amongst the rolling, forested hills above Lushoto. In the 1970's Grant left Tanzania and eventually taken over by the Muller family. The cuisine is excellent and the atmosphere tranquil and relaxing. Evenings can be spent in the comfortable sitting room by a log fire. There is a small library and a collection of games.
Around the lodge are pleasant gardens and lawns amongst shady trees. Numerous walks are available in the area offering excellent bird watching opportunities and of considerable botanical interest. The walks are well-documented and guide sheets are available at the lodge. |
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