Mikindani - Accommodation

Mikindani is a remote, secluded location in the far south-east of Tanzania, and there is just one hotel in the region - The Old Boma. The Old Boma, is an old German Fort which has been restored by Trade Aid - a UK-based Charity. With just six rooms the Old Boma makes little impact on local culture and lifestyle, but a big difference to the local economy. This means that the visitor benefits from experiencing a beautiful region of Tanzania that has been hardly touched by tourism. The local people benefit from the income generated by visitors to the region and many benefit directly as the hotel only employs local people, and all excursions and activities from the hotel, such as the free Swahili language and cookery lessons, are organised and run by locals.

Old Boma

A national monument, the Old Boma is a 100 year old fort, beautifully restored into a comfortable hotel with up to date facilities, whilst retaining its original features and charm. The Old Boma is located on the side of a hill overlooking the Indian Ocean, providing breathtaking views from dawn to dusk.

Hotel facilities include a large swimming pool surrounded by Frangipani and Flame trees. A pool side bar is available, with the Old Courthouse providing shaded seating.

The food at the Old Boma is excellent, making use of organic vegetables from its market garden and fresh seafood direct from the local fishermen.

The spacious guest-rooms are furnished with hand-carved beds, Tingatinga paintings and other local handicrafts. The rooms are kept cool by high ceilings and thick walls, coupled with ceiling fans. Most rooms have a balcony with a sea or jungle view.

Sample Prices
Your stay at Mikindani can be fully tailor-made. There are a minimum of 5 flights a week between Dar es Salaam and Mikindani (Mtwara Airport)so you can stay as long as you like.

Prices: 4 nights at Mikindani starts from £360 per person, half board
(based on 2 people sharing - price includes internal flights and transfers from Dar-es-Salaam, but not international flights)

View from the Indian Ocean towards Mikindani with the Old Boma

Swahili Language and Cookery lessons are free, but other excursions and activities are extra and payable locally (though very reasonably priced!) please ask BAOBAB for prices.