In Arusha National Park, Hatari Lodge offers an enchanting escape that feels straight out of a scene from The Lord of the Rings, with its ethereal landscapes and thriving wildlife. Nestled between the majestic Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro, the lodge provides guests with a front-row seat to vibrant ecosystems where animals roam freely. A long, scenic walkway attached to the lodge leads you through the heart of this natural paradise, where you might be greeted by curious giraffes as you enjoy your breakfast.
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
2x Standard Double Room
2x Standard Twin Room
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, German, Swahili
No. Rooms: 15
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife
Kisima Ngeda is 4 hours from Arusha, 2 hours from Ngorongoro and about half a day from Seronera in the Serengeti. Set by Lake Eyasi it is at 3,400 feet (1,040 metres) in a date palm and acacia forest, and with impressive views towards the Great Rift Valley. The Camp is set in 200 acre family owned farm
There are 7 tents set on wooden decks and constructed almost entirely of trees and palm leaves with hand carved beds and with an integrated bathroom with a bath and shower, and overlooking the Lake.
Activities include: - exploring the lake shore, canoeing, mountain biking, walks, visits to tribal villages, or just enjoying the views. But most of all it is a base for cultural exploration and of interacting with the unique local tribes.
Lake Eyasi basin is remote; a dry area of desolate beauty, which offers a great natural experience.Across the shallow lake and the dry salt beds the dramatic Alipi escarpment wall rises 650metres up into the Endulen area of the Ngorongoro Crater. The area is the home to a very traditional group of tribes such as the Datooga and Hadzabe. Visitors reach the lake through its northern end, on the border of Ngorongoro Conservation area.
The northern lakeshore houses, Mang’ola, an agricultural settlement, which serves as a centre to the many traditional tribes in the area. In the early morning, after taking tea & coffee in camp, you proceed driving with a local guide into the surrounding hills in search of the Hadzabe Bushmen. Arriving at their last known camp site of camp you tack them on foot. Upon meeting them you are introduced to the village members. Visit their tiny huts, see how roots are dug and prepared and follow the men on the hunt, led in the wildlife rich woodland between towering baobab and acacia trees. The men are armed with long bows with poison tipped arrows, which you can see produced in the village and homemade axes.If the hunt is successful, you will be offered to share their prey, be it a small antelope, francolin or guinea fowl according to the luck of the day. Visit the lake shore for a walk, and enjoy the sunset over the lake.
At Kisima Ngeda Tented Camp the tariff includes:
· Accommodation
· Meals
Chargeable at Kisima Ngeda Tented Camp:
· Drinks
· Gratuities
· Laundry
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
2x Family Cottage
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, German, Spanish, Swahili
No. Rooms: 8
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Indigenous Culture / Art, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Gibb's Farm is located on the forested outside slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater in Northern Tanzania, overlooking the centuries old Great Rift Valley. It is the ideal base from which to explore the Crater and Lake Manyara.
Each day at Gibb’s Farm follows a gentle rhythm. Discover a sanctuary for the senses to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul. A destination in itself and sanctuary for safari goers, take time to immerse in the sense of wellbeing at Gibb’s Farm.
This historic organic farm and family coffee plantation covers over 80 acres on the forested outer slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater. Share in the eternal sense of history and community with two-family houses and seventeen cottages. Discover a sense of wellbeing, tranquillity and history, deeply rooted in East African culture and community, a welcome retreat for a few days’ respite while on safari or extended vacation.
Beautiful architectural details, such as the farmhouse’s original wooden beams and colourful artworks, are inspired by local African artists. The farm’s organic vegetable and terraced flower gardens provide a wonderful setting for afternoon tea or a quiet walk to impart a sense of contentment.
2 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
Guest House
Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 21
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Cycling, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife, Wine
The Classic Mobile ( Non-Permanent) Camp
This offers a taste of exactly how our forefathers travelled in Africa. It is incredible to think that in the rushed and interconnected world we live in today, it is still possible to do this; to entirely escape, sit by the campfire under a starlit sky and not see another light anywhere nor hear another sound other than those of the African bush.
As this camp is not permanent it can easily pack up and move with the seasons or as the game moves on.
It moves typically about four times a year to keep track of the herds of the Great Migration as they cross the Serengeti to and from Kenya's Masai Mara.
The camp will be set up in the best campsite for your safari, and the camp will be erected there ready for you when you arrive.
The camp is self-sufficient, with its own fuel and water, and so does not depend on the proximity of these services when we plan itineraries.
All we have to consider is the wildlife density and the overall experience of being in the wild. This enables us to be, and we often are, far from other tour groups, roads, lights, and other signs of civilisation.
Being located in areas where there is no tourist activity for months at a time, there are often very few tracks or roads, resulting in minimal disturbance to the environment. Since the camp is not permanent, it leaves no structures or waste when it moves on; not even the campfire ash, nobody would know you were ever there.
The Tent
The custom-built tents are composed of four sections all under one roof veranda, bedroom, dressing area and shower and loo. The inner tent structure is 9 meters long (27 feet) and 3.6meters wide (12 feet). The tents are set up about 10 metres (30 feet) apart.
The Veranda
In the front, there is a covered veranda, which provides shade and a vantage point from which to enjoy the views and any wildlife visiting camp. This is furnished with a couple of comfy recliner chairs and a wooden side table.
The bedroom section
The bedroom section is a 16-square-metre (186 square ft) tent, which is more than two and a half meters high in the centre and a meter and seventy centimetres at the shoulders, giving all the room you need to spread out clothes, books and camera equipment.
For coolness, it has large netted windows on all sides, with rain flaps that can be zipped up easily. It is totally waterproof and has a sewn-in groundsheet of heavy plastic to keep out insects and other uninvited guests. It has an overhead solar light, and each bed has its own bedside light.
The dressing area
Next is a compact dressing and shaving area, complete with dressing table, large make-up mirror, a hanging hold-all and a washbasin.
Shower and toilet area
Finally, there are two sections at the back of the tent comprising the shower and toilet.
The short drop toilet is eco style typical of non-permanent camps. There is a traditional ceramic closet with a wooden seat. It does not flush but is dealt with in the traditional way with earth and shovel, and it is regularly sanitised by the tent steward.
Hot water for showers is available at all times. This area is lit by overhead solar lighting.
The tent steward will bring you refreshments and care for your laundry and other housekeeping needs.
Meals & Mess Tents
Arrangements include all meals, and "Drinks on the House “(mineral water, soft drinks, beers and house wines). Fresh snacks around the campfire every evening while you sit and relax, enjoy the stars, and chat with guests and staff about the day's adventures, and indulge in some local and visitor interaction
Meals are served in a large dining tent, with candles and wines at dinner - sometimes we choose to dine out under the stars with a barbecue over the campfire. It is a communal table, and your guide and other guests will join you
We can easily cater to special diets (and often do), including vegetarians, Kosher or Halal religious requirements, allergies, or other reasons.
There is also a separate tent as a lounge area/library
Staff
There is a high staff to guest ratio, including full tent service, waiters, chef, camp hands and camp manager. The number of staff is adjusted according to the party size but is works out around one on one.
At the Classic Mobile Camp, the tariff includes:
- Accommodation
- Meals at a communal table
- Drinks on the House (mineral water, tea & coffees, house wines, beers, sodas & juices).
- Camping fees, camp support vehicle with VHF radio.
Chargeable at the Classic Mobile Camp :
- Champagnes, Cognacs, Premium brand spirits, cellar wines, cigars and cigarettes.
- Camp Staff Gratuities at your discretion
- Laundry.
3 Nights
Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
2x Standard Double Tent
2x Standard Twin Tent
Campsite
Located on the idyllic Nungwi Beach, Hotel La Gemma dell’Est is perfect for a luxury holiday in Zanzibar. While staying here, guests can enjoy free access to kayaking and stand up paddle boarding from the hotel's private beach.
Accommodation comprises of rooms, suites, and exclusive villas. The villas provide guests with a private pool, whereas all units include a balcony or terrace, along with Wi-Fi, a TV, and a minibar.
A restaurant and bar overlooking the sea are offered, with a saltwater swimming pool also available. Additional restaurants and bars are featured, while a gym and spa with a variety of treatments are also offered at the hotel.
5 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Deluxe Sea View Rooms
Hotel
