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Serengeti

GRUMETI RIVER CAMP
Set in a remote valley in the western corridor of the Serengeti just 50km east of Lake Victoria, Grumeti is a blissful little camp that's nestled beneath some towering riverine trees, on a oxbow of the main river. It's a wild camp at certain times of year yet is always full of charm, romance and character. The staff are pleasant, guides knowledgeable, food excellent and the ten extravagantly decorated tents give another meaning to 'life under canvas'.

KIRAWIRA CAMP
Kirawira is a reincarnation of an elegant Victorian era outpost, set against the imposing backdrop of the Western Serengeti. Here, guests experience Africa as if they are among the first to travel here. Set upon a hill with commanding views, Kirawira's twenty five luxurious rooms have spectacular views. The knowledgeable guides, exquisite food and friendly atmosphere, make this a camp worth experiencing.

KLEIN'S CAMP
Klein's captures breathtaking views of an active valley, through which pass migratory herds of wildebeest and zebra. The elephants rule this landscape, moving in numbers unequalled anywhere else in the Serengeti. Accommodating just twenty guests, Klein's is very private! With beautifully furnishings, excellent food and knowledgeable guides to take guests on walks and drives, it's an ideal little camp suited to honeymooners or those who seek greater attention to detail.

LOBO WILDLIFE LODGE
Located in Serengeti's Lobo area, approximately 45kms from the Kenyan border, this is one of the best lodges operated by the government, though the seventy five rooms are simple. However, saying this, come here for the excellent wildlife which will certainly make up for any of the lodges discomforts. There is a beautiful lookout post near the swimming pool, where one can view animals grazing in the plains below the lodge.

MBUZI MAWE TENTED CAMP
Set amid rocky outcrops or 'kopjes' as they are called locally, which are geological features of the Serengeti, Mbuzi Mawe tented camp is in the heart of the Serengeti National Park, half way between Seronera and Lobo, in a low use area of the park.
The camp consists of 16 uniquely appointed luxury guest tents each with their own en suite facilities and private veranda. Tents are decorated in a true African luxury style with mosquito nets and four poster beds and luxury his and hers bathrooms

The Serengeti derived from the Maasai word 'siringet' meaning endless plains, and is home to 3 million large animals. Here, on the vast plains, you can get a chance to witness the annual migration * one of natures most breathtaking wonders.

Activities here at Mbuzi Mawe include daily game drives where with the aid of your guide you will have the opportunity to experience and appreciate first hand the harshness and beauty of this area. Balloon flights and sundowner cocktails can be arranged.

MIGRATION CAMP
Overlooking the Grumeti River, where crocodile lie patiently in wait, Grumeti Camp is the perfect place to witness the migration in action (generally October to November and April to June). With just fourteen spacious tents raised on wooden platforms, the views are stunning. Grumeti is small enough to offer a personal service as well as providing knowledgeable guides, drives and walks. All tailored to guest's requirements.

SERENGETI SERENA SAFARI LODGE
Set high on a hill with breathtaking views of sweeping grasslands and unspoiled wilderness landscape, big game can be seen feeding in full view of the lodge. The lodge's design is simple but stunning and inspired from a traditional African village theme. There are sixty six rondavel huts with luxury bedrooms that all have their own view of the vast Serengeti plains. Rich in atmosphere and African features, the lodge captures the heart of every visitor that stays here. It's also in a prime game viewing area with every facility to keep one entertained for a week!

SERENGETI SOPA LODGE
The Serengeti Sopa lodge is located in the Nyarboro Hills in the south west of the Serengeti National Park and is the only tourism development in this section of the park. Year round water and the acacia woodland in this area create an ideal environment for the wide variety of wildlife seen in the immediate vicinity of the lodge. Looking out over the seemingly endless Serengeti plains, this hill side lodge is a tranquil oasis set in thousands of square kilometres of Serengeti National Park. The lodge can accommodate around 170 guests in 79 suites, each enjoying wall-to-wall carpeting, a private lounge with a mini bar, a bedroom with two queen size beds and ample room for a third guest. Each has a private veranda which offers stunning views over the plains. As the sun sets, you may enjoy sundowner cocktails by the pool, and in the evening, after a 4-course dinner, traditional dancers entertain guests. Slide presentations are also held daily by resident naturalists.

SERONERA WILDLIFE LODGE
Ideally located in the heart of the Serengeti plains on the edge of the Seronera River, this is the perfect starting point for exploring the area. The lodge is built on a kopje with excellent views. There are seventy five very simple yet comfortable rooms. Don't come here if you're looking for excellent service and luxurious rooms, though the staff are very friendly and rooms clean. Use the lodge for its great location - especially during the months of the migration. There is also a spacious restaurant and very pleasant bar, that overlooks the plains.

NDUTU SAFARI LODGE SERENGETI
Situated in the south-eastern part of the Serengeti, Ndutu is shaded by towering acacia trees facing the lake. The thirty two cottages are built of local materials and have private verandas to enjoy the views. It's certainly a peaceful little camp with good game year round in the surrounding plains, waterholes and marshes. However, the whole area is transformed during the few months when the migration passed through!

Tarangire

TARANGIRE SOPA LODGE TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Tarangire is recognised as one of the best parks on the northern circuit for elephant viewing during the dry season and Tarangire Sopa is ideally placed to experience this. The lodge welcomes guests to its vast marble-floored reception area with cold flannels and iced juice. In the pretty gardens a large circular pool with a central island, a pool bar and elegant wooden loungers demonstrates the lodge's commitment to comfort. Delicious barbecue lunches are often served here. A broad veranda wraps itself around the lodge and gives prime viewing for the waterhole below, which is filled during the dry season and becomes a magnet to wildlife. The rooms at the lodge are simple, comfortable and spacious and arranged in groups of four, in African-style buildings. Large sliding doors open to a private balcony.

Ngorongoro

NGORONGORO CRATER LODGE NGORONGORO CRATER
Perched on the rim of the crater, the lodge itself is one of Tanzania's wonders! The design is wonderfully opulent with great attention to detail, imaginative antiques, African art and English country house furnishings… in perfect harmony! There are thirty rooms in three separate camps here, all slightly different, though each oozes romantic, intimately and secrecy. It's certainly one of the most luxurious lodges in Tanzania, so not suited to everyone.

NGORONGORO SERENA SAFARI LODGE NGORONGORO CRATER
Built into the rim of the crater, the plant and ivy-covered native stones are gradually blending into the surrounding hillside. (the lodge is still quite new) The views of the crater will certainly take guests breath away, as the seventy five rooms and bar/restaurant all look out across the valley below. The service is friendly, food delicious and facilities well run. There are also numerous walks and activities one can do from the lodge.

NGORONGORO SOPA LODGE NGORONGORO CRATER
The lodge is located on Lemala Hill on the uppermost eastern rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, making this the only tourist development on the eastern rim of the crater. The views into the crater floor from here are spectacular and sunsets magnificent. Another major advantage here is that guests can enjoy a safari begins within five minutes of leaving the lodge, as the park gate is very close. The lodge is tastefully decorated, spacious and all the bedrooms are modern, comfortable and equipped with everything one would expect from a hotel of this class. With an altitude of 2,375 metres, the lodge experiences cool and even cold weather, especially during the winter months of June and July when temperatures can get as low as 10' C. However, guests enjoy sunshine during most of the year and must take care when sunbathing by the pool due to the altitude. The food and service here is stylish with meals being a massif collection of delicious international and Tanzanian dishes.

NGORONGORO WILDLIFE LODGE NGORONGORO CRATER
The lodge is located in a spectacular position: literally perched on the rim of the crater and built mainly from natural stone and local timber. The 75 rooms are all simple yet comfortable, though the views from the rooms make up for any modernisation that they lack. The staff are friendly and the outside veranda must offer one of the best sundowner spots in Tanzania.

Manyara

KIRURUMU TENTED CAMP MANYARA
Set high on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, Kirurumu has marvelous view over the distant Lake Manyara, the Rift floor and Mount Losimingori. Behind Kirurumu, the Ngorongoro highlands rise to form the gateway to Ngorongoro region. The tented camp is extremely unobtrusive, having been built with great sensitivity to eco-tourism. The staff here are friendly, the lodge comfortable, food delicious and atmosphere peaceful at all times. With just twenty tastefully furnished tents, its still a personal lodge.

LAKE MANYARA HOTEL LAKE MANYARA
Being one of the first hotels built in the Manyara region, it commands one of the nicest views of the lake. It is a simply furnished hotel with around one hundred rooms, suited perfectly for those who don't seek luxury, however want an ideal location to explore this fascinating area. It has mature and colourful gardens, a great swimming pool and its restaurant is supplied daily by local farm producers.

LAKE MANYARA SERENA LODGE LAKE MANYARA
It would be difficult to find a more dramatic setting than the Lake Manyara Serena Lodge. Situated at the edge of an escarpment, this deluxe lodge overlooks both the Great Rift Valley, which formed millions of years ago, and the beautiful soda lake of Manyara with is lavish supply of bird life. The birds themselves have provided the inspiration for the lodge's architecture. Graceful, curving and free flowing, it is built in the local circular style and exudes an atmosphere of peacefulness where man and nature co-exist. From the patterns in the reception area resembling bird migration paths, to the soft geometric designs in the bedrooms, there is barely a single straight line in its design. The bar and restaurant offer guests both indoor and outdoor seating at each meal. Sumptuous menus, buffets and barbecues are served to guests alongside authentic African dishes.

Arusha

NOVOTEL MOUNT MERU HOTEL ARUSHA
Nestled at the foot of Mount Meru, the hotel is approximately 45 minutes from Kilimanjaro Airport and 10 minutes from Arusha Town. The one hundred and ninety two roomed hotel offers a comfortable stay in enjoyable surroundings. Facilities include a swimming pool, restaurants, coffee shop, gift shop, conference rooms and easy access to a golf course. The location is also good for local connections and the Nairobi shuttle bus service.

Serena Mountain Village
Wreathed in multi-coloured tresses of tumbling bougainvillea, Mountain Village is hidden in the depths of a beautiful coffee plantation. Strung like a necklace around the shores of an idyllic wooded lake, a haven of calm and serenity is found here, just outside the hustle and bustle of Arusha, Tanzania's premier 'Safari Town'. Set in the flowered gardens of a coffee planter's farm house and surrounded by rolling groves of wax-green coffee bushes, Mountain Village offers wide timbered decks with panoramic views over Lake Duluti, and a selection of ethnically-styled 'Rondavel' village-cluster rooms. Each of these is neatly thatched with 'Makuti' stems, lavishly embellished with 'Makonde' carvings and comfortably furnished in traditional safari style. It's a great location to simply relax and enjoy strolls around the farm or gentle canoeing trips on the lake.

Selous Reserve

BEHO BEHO CAMP THE SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Perched on a hillside deep inside the Selous, Beho Beho enjoys outstanding views and feels completely isolated from the world around. There's a small river gorge in front, and the shimmering lake in the distance. The lodge is simple yet luxurious with a whole host of activities from walks, boat trips to game drives. With just 10 bandas, it feels small and personal and quite suited to families.

MBUYU CAMP SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Mbuyu captures an old style atmosphere, where you really feel you're on safari. The camp doesn't concentrate on the upmarket safari frills found in many other camps, however focuses on nature. What it lacks in luxury is certainly made up in quality guides. Though it is quite comfortable! Catering for a maximum of thirty guests in spacious tents, the camp is situated around one big baobab tree on a sweeping bend of the mighty Rufiji River. Activities include drives, walks and boating. There are also mobile camping options.

RUFIJI RIVER CAMP SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Situated in the heart of the Selous overlooking the river, the lodge offers twenty makuti covered tents that are all simple but very comfortable. The food is international and extremely good, and overall, the lodge aims to offer guests an intimate relationship with the surrounding bush. Here, experienced guides specialise in drives in open vehicles, walking safaris and explorations by boat along the rivers banks.

SAND RIVERS LODGE THE SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Sand Rivers stands on a rocky outcrop beside the Rufiji River, in an isolated part of the northern sector of the reserve. The lodge was built with flair and imagination, entirely from local materials, with spectacular views over the magnificent Rufiji River. With just eight secluded cottages located along the riverbank, they are comfortable and exclusive! Activities include game drives, boat and fishing trips and walking safaris, all accompanied by an experienced guide. There is also a pool here. The camp is closed during the rains.

SELOUS SAFARI CAMP THE SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Located in the north-eastern sector of the reserve, the Selous Safari Camp is highly populated with game and viewing from one's tent is often spectacular. The twelve tents are raised on wooden platforms and look out over Lake Nzerekera. Located for maximum privacy all tents have generous viewing decks, where on can often simply sit and gaze. The meals are a high light here, however game viewing is naturally the ultimate attraction. Activities include game drives in open vehicles, fascinating walks and interesting boat trips along the rivers banks. The camp is closed during the heavy rains.

Kilimanjaro

MARANGU HOTEL MOUNT KILIMANJARO
Marangu Hotel still retains the charm and hospitality reminiscent of the 1920's. It's nestled at the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro and offers lovely gardens to explore as guests prepare or relax around their climbs. Cottages are made of stone and many have a shared living area in the centre. The dining room is large and airy, serving hearty, home-style food.

NAKARA HOTEL MOUNT KILIMANJARO
Nakara Hotel is located on the slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro, around one hundred kilometres from Kilimanjaro Airport. With the Marangu Gate only 2kms from the hotel, it's perfectly suited to climbers. With around twenty five en suite rooms that are clean and tidy, guests feel quite intimate here, though there is usually a buzz of excitement in the air! The hotel has a bar, restaurant with a good a la carte menu and also provided buffets for larger climbing groups.

OL TUKAI AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
Ol Tukai lies at the heart of Amboseli, set at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. The eighty cottage style rooms spreads out on either side of the main lodge, around well manicured lawns and a canopy of acacia trees. The architecture is unobtrusive with lots of wood, slate and local stone. The lodge is well run, very comfortable and has one of the best settings in the park.

GIBB'S FARM KARATU
Surrounded by lush tropical flowers, towering trees and a coffee plantation, Gibb's captures unforgettable views towards the Great Rift Escarpment. With a sense of Colonialism and original farm house characteristics, it's certainly worth a stay, even if this is just to sample the food. The nineteen rooms are simple yet comfortable. There are some great nature walks to do from the house, as well as visits to the nearby Karatu Village.

HOLIDAY INN DAR-ES-SALAAM
The ambience and decor of this hotel will meet the approval of any guest that stays here. It's conveniently located close to the town's centre and borders the Botanical Gardens and golf course. With around one hundred and fifty rooms and good food, it's an ideal location for an overnight stay.

RAS KUTANI DAR ES SALAAM
The beach is the life line of Ras Kutani and life here revolves around it. The sands are bleached white, with blue seas that glisten in the sunshine. Then there are shady umbrellas, beach beds and staff who bring you refreshing drinks when required… bliss! And then on top of this, there is a variety of water sports for those who are more active. There are only twelve delightful bandas here, so the feeling is intimate, service excellent and surroundings idyllic.

SEA CLIFF HOTEL DAR ES SALAAM
Just out of the town centre and overlooking the Indian Ocean, the Sea Cliff is 22km's from the international airport. The Sea Cliff is one of the most pleasant places to stay in Dar. It is spacious, airy and has endless facilities, including a large pool, several restaurants, a business centre and a gym.

JONGOMERO CAMP RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
This exclusive little safari camp is located under shady acacia trees on the banks of the Jongomero Sand River, in the south-western sector of Ruaha. It's ideal for anyone who seeks a true African wilderness experience without the frills of modern day life. With just eight well-appointed tents, and a dining tent, it's simple, yet retains the charm of a true bush camp. Activities here are totally tailored around guest's requirements and guides are extremely knowledgeable.

MWAGUSI SAFARI CAMP THE RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Mwagusi looks out over the dry sand river, where many animals come to dig for water. This is a camp that promises a special and truly memorable African wilderness safari, for both the first-timer and the seasoned safari. The food is excellent and guides are first class, certainly enthusiastic and will make any game drive and walk worthwhile. With only eight spacious tents, it's small and personal and due to the local surroundings, not particularly suited to small children. The camp is closed for a few months during the rains.

RUAHA RIVER LODGE RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Overlooking the Ruaha River, the lodge blends very well into its natural surroundings, enabling visitors to feel apart of the wild. The twenty five bandas are built from stone and thatch, and provide the perfect setting to relax between bush excursions. From the verandas, animals descending from the hills to the river can be seen through out the day. The lodge combines comfort, an excellent setting, delicious food and very good guides. Activities are generally by open vehicle though interesting short walks are also popular.

NKUNGWE TENTED CAMP MAHALE MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK
It is considered to be Tanzania's loveliest National Park. Some say 'Tanzania's answer to the Amazon'. The park lies 120km south of Kigoma and consists mainly miombo woodlands with narrow strips of riverine forests. Kigoma Hilltop Hotel has put up a small tented camp on the edge of the lake and offers a very flexible full board package. This includes pick-up/drop off from Kigoma Airport/Hilltop Hotel, return boat transfers to the park and all meals. Sight seeing and local activities are also included. Drinks are extra. The camp is simple and comfortable given the terrain, though not luxurious.

KIGOMA HILLTOP HOTEL KIGOMA
Kigoma Hilltop Hotel has a wonderful picturesque setting: on a remote outcrop overlooking the blue waters of Lake Tanganyika. With around thirty well equipped cottages, a host of sports and leisure facilities and good food, it makes an excellent base to explore this interesting area, including Gombe, Mahale and Livingstone's memorial site.

KINASI LODGE MAFIA ISLAND
Kinasi is a very relaxed, homely sort of lodge offering a high standard of accommodation, cuisine and personalised service. The rooms are landscaped into an old coconut and cashew plantation that overlook Chole Bay and the ocean. The lodge is a perfect setting for sailing, swimming, diving and snorkelling, with coral reefs, bays, islets, sand bars and beaches on ones doorstep

SPEKE BAY LODGE LAKE VICTORIA

Located on the south-eastern shore of Lake Victoria, the lodge is around 15kms from the Serengeti, and 125kms north of Mwanza. Embraced by savannah, the lodge looks like a small village, stretched out along the shores of the lake. The main buildings and eight bungalows are well built, painted white and thatched in the traditional style. Food, service and atmosphere are all excellent. Excursions in boats and on mountain bikes are offered, so you can truly experience Africa. You can also fish from the beach for Tilapia, go out in a boat to catch Nile perch, or wander around on the Lodge's 100 hectares of savannah looking for birds.