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Destination Africa - Tanzania
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| Accommodation
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 Arumeru River Lodge
This magnificent lodge is built on the site of an old coffee farm, spread over 12 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and natural African bushland, bordering on a river lined with precious large old trees.
There are 20 spacious comfortable double / twin rooms with en suite bathrooms and verandahs in 10 chalets, all on the ground foor. The rooms are designed and decorated in tune with the main building where focus is on traditional eco-friendly African architecture. The main building contains the resort facilities, a lounge and the bar and the restaurant, the reception with Telephone, Internet corner, a fashion boutique and souvernir shop. The terrace restaurant with magnificient views of the mountains Meru and Kilimanjaro overlooks the tropical gardens and a swimming pool. A wonderful large fire place in the centre with an African traditional lounge around it where you can relax in the evenings.
The restaurant offers exquisite international and African cuisine, à la carte and buffet. A special light lunch and snack menu for food is served during the day on the terrace and at the swimming pool. Fresh made bread, cakes and pastries make for a more comfortable stay. |
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Arusha
Coffee Lodge
Located on a working coffee plantation
close to the national airport,
Arusha Coffee Lodge offers sweeping
views over the coffee estate and
Mount Meru. Inspired in design
by the original plantation houses,
the lodge has been completely
renovated to achieve high standards
of comfort with a feel of the
bygone days of early exploration.
Accommodation is provided in 18
lavishly furnished chalets with
a split level living area, large
balconies and cosy fireplaces.
Each chalet has its own private
coffee grinder and in-room percolator,
to get the true aroma of the coffee
estate. Dinner is served at Redds
African Grill House and the menu
features an array of both traditional
Tanzanian cuisine and other African
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Hatari Lodge
Hatari Lodge is located above 1500 m on the Northern edge of Arusha National Park, with stunning views of lakes and craters, magical rainforests and the dormant volcano Mt. Meru rising in the background. It is named after the Hollywood film 'Hatari' which was filmed in the area in 1960 starring John Wayne and Hardy Krueger. Today Hardy Krueger's former home and that of his manager form part of Hatari Lodge which is now managed by Marlies and Joerg Gabriel.
Accomodation is offered in eight comfortably furnished rooms which each have an open fireplace and a spacious bathroom and are decorated and furnished in a modern retro style capturing the spirit of the 60s and 70s - the era of 'Hatari'. The lodge features a large central living and dining room with an open fire place, a bar, a small library and a breakfast terrace with an impressive view of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Directly below the terrace is the Momella clearing with a viewing platform from which guests watch animals as well as enjoy sundowners with Mt. Meru and Mt. Kilimanjaro in the background. |
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Kigongoni
Lodge
Located on a hilltop with lush
gardens, Kigongoni Lodge offers
breathtaking views of Mt Kilimanjaro
and Mt Meru. Tucked between the
trees of this historic coffee
farm are eighteen cottages, built
in traditional African styles
and materials. The rooms, lounge
and restaurant are tastefully
furnished and all have fireplaces
while the swimming pool is a great
place for a relaxing afternoon
and a spectacular sundowner.
The Sibusiso Foundation, a center
for improving the quality of life
for mentally disabled children
and their families, has its home
adjacent to the lodge and directly
benefits from its revenues. Staying
at Kigongoni will threfore give
guests an authentic, homely experience
and a sense of life in Tanzania,
while providing an opportunity
to participate in activities that
contribute to the development
of local communities.
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Moivaro Coffee Plantation
Moivaro Coffee Plantation is situated about 20 minutes drive south of Arusha town. Located in a large coffee plantation, it gives the experience of Africa with Western levels of service. From the hotel you have a fantastic view of Mount Meru. The lodge is an ideal starting point for the Safaris in the Northern Circuit and for Kilimanjaro climbs.
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Mount Meru Game Lodge
Mount Meru Game Lodge is nestled between the peaks of Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro bounded on one side by the waters of the Usa River and on the other by the Animal Sanctuary where the resident animals and birds live. The sanctuary was founded to offer refuge to orphaned and injured animals and to prepare them for their return to the wild. These include eland, ostriches, waterbuck, zebra, buffalo and birds.
The lodge comprises 15 double en-suite bedrooms and 2 suites with individualistic design and character. All rooms have a veranda with comfortable chairs where guests may sit and enjoy views of the sorrounding as well as watch the animal and birdlife. The suites are located in their own private garden and are ideal also for families and small groups to whom privacy is very important. The Terrace, shaded by enormous old mango trees, enjoys magnificent views over mature, carefully tended gardens to the Sanctuary. It makes for a good spot for sundowners or just sitting, relaxing and soaking up the atmosphere. The lounge, with its enormous picture windows and comfortable furniture, provides for complete relaxation in intimate surroundings.
The bar is well stocked with a wide selection of spirits, beers and a collection of fine wines.
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Ngurdoto Lodge
Ngurdoto Lodge is located 1400m above sea level on the foothills of Mt Meru in northern Tanzania and offers spectacular views of Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru. Hosted by Dick and Dolores Novak, guests will enjoy the cosy ambience of the lounge and dining room. Window walls open on three sides onto a large roofed veranda and offer splendid views of the gardens and surrounding countryside. The lodge also features a natural rock swimming pool which is ideal for relaxation as well as enjoying the splendour of an African sunset.
Accommodation is offered in six guest houses built in the traditional Meru style of round rooms and conical thatched roofs with ensuite bathrooms. Each guest house has a view of the Arusha National Park forest along the Ngurdoto Crater. On a clear day guests can also see the snow capped dome of Mt. Kilimanjaro in the distance. |
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Onsea House
Onsea House feels more like a private home than a lodge. Its five private guestrooms were originally intended for family and friends of the owners, Dirk and Inneke Janssens-Onsea. All rooms have their own character and are individually furnished with a comfortable king size bed with Zanzibar carvings and mosquito net, traditional safari chairs and table. The terrace offers great views of the surrounding countryside and towards Mt Meru while the swimming pool and the whirlpool with its adjoining massage deck are great for a relaxing afternoon. The ambiance is completed through the excellent food, prepared by the resident Michelin Star-crowned chef.
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Rivertrees Country Inn
River Trees Country Inn is nestled in natural gardens, under old trees along a small river, with breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru, and an abundance of birdlife.
Accommodation is offered to 24 guests in self contained guestrooms located in the main farmhouse or within the spacious gardens with each room individually styled and uniquely furnished with its own character. The old farm house, restaurant & pub are cozily furnished and compliment the surroundings. The swimming pool is located near the river and surrounded by sights and sounds of nature.
Activities include horse riding, golf, tennis, squash as well as a visit to the museum.
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Serena
Mountain Village Website -->
Serena
Mountain Village is located
on a coffee plantation on the
shores of Lake Duluti outside
Arusha and is a nice place to
relax before embarking on your
safari. Designed as an African
village, guests are housed in
cottages thatched with banana
fronds, surrounded by tropical
shade trees and bougainvillea.
All guest rooms have ensuite bathrooms
and all amenities. The lodge has
splendid views of the mighty snow-capped
Mount Kilimanjaro on one side
and Lake Duluti and the rugged
peak of Mount Meru on the other.
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