ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION
Lemala Hamerkop House By Lemala
This beautiful private house is managed exclusively by Lemala Camps and Lodges. This private house is located on a wildlife and golf estate, Kiligolf, situated halfway between Kilimanjaro International Airport and Arusha, and offers a great place to start or finish your safari. It is perfect for couples, families or small groups travelling together. Each bedroom is en suite with a private verandah and lounge. The house can be taken on a private exclusive use basis or shared and can be booked on a bed and breakfast, half board, full board or all-inclusive basis. Arusha is the gateway to some of Tanzania's best national parks, and Hamerkop House is a great way to recover from the rigours of your journey to Africa or to sit and reminisce on your adventures before starting your journey home, start your safari experience. Access to Tanzania's only championship golf course means guests can enjoy a relaxing and incredibly scenic round under the shadow of both Mount Meru and Kilimanjaro. Booking this house, you can rest assured that your guests will enjoy the famed Lemala level of service, guaranteeing that from start to finish your guests will be exceptionally well looked after with a tailored experience and more importantly, you can enjoy the special offers available throughout our portfolio, combining a stay here with any of our tented camps and Lodges in Tanzania and Uganda.
Lemala Mpingo Ridge Lodge
Lemala Mpingo Ridge sits on top of an escarpment with sweeping views across the perennial Tarangire River and valley below and matches the same outstanding standards of comfort and service as the other properties in Lemalas collection. Being the sixth largest national park in Tanzania, Tarangire remains slightly off the main safari circuit but is a terrifically scenic park featuring classic African savannah, green hills, woodlands and rivers and is especially famous for its large herds of elephants, superb birdlife and giant baobab trees. Guests at Lemala Mpingo Ridge will enjoy a real sense of wilderness and excellent game viewing, and it is both a relaxing standalone destination and a great place to start a safari that also combines Lemala properties in the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti.
Wilderness Collection - Ngorongoro
The property is presently under construction. With an opening date of August 23, the lodge is situated within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, adjacent to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, providing guests with unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities in Tanzania. Offering spacious and luxurious accommodations, featuring authentic African decor and modern amenities for a comfortable stay. The suites boast stunning views of the Ngorongoro Crater, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the region.
Siringit Migration Camp
The Siringit Migration Camp embodies the soul of Classical Safari Returning to the roots of safari, where sustainable intimate mobile camps move in symbiosis with the great migrations, the Siringit Migration Camp brings five-star luxury to the mobile safari experience. Eight beautifully designed Bedouin-style canvas tents open to the diverse landscapes of the Serengeti National Park. Designed with elegant simplicity, the Siringit Migration Camp moves in symbiosis with nature migrating with the herds from the spectacular Mara River crossings in Northern Serengeti to the calving season in the Southern Serengeti. With the affirmation of the Earth's resilience to renew, restore and nurture a respect for nature, our seasonal tented camp is conscious of its carbon footprint. The impact it has on the environment as a seasonal camp, migrating with the herds, will be limited. The Siringit Migration Camp has been made in Tanzania using locally sourced and recycled materials. The stretched canvas panels have been cut, handstitched and custom-designed to bring you closer to nature. As canvas boundaries between man and nature fade away, the vast expanses of the Serengeti wilderness inspire a sense of peace and harmony. The migration camp was launched in August 2021, and will give guests exclusive access to viewing the abundance of wildlife in the area - a front row seat to the Migration. We look forward to providing you with yet another exceptional place to find yourselves.
TZC - Baraza Resort And Spa
Located along the Bwejuu - Paje beach that was named as one of the top 30 in the world by the prestigious Conde Nast Traveler magazine Baraza is Zanzibar's most exclusive boutique resort. Baraza Resort and Spa is a 5 star all-inclusive hotel, voted as one of the 60 best new hotels in the world by Conde Nast Traveler, a prestigious worldwide travel magazine. With just 30 villas, this stunning fully inclusive resort evokes the heritage of Zanzibar, dating back to the era of the Sultans. A fusion of Arabic, Swahili and Indian design with Swahili arches, intricate hand carved cement decor, beautiful antiques, handmade furniture and intricate brass lanterns, Baraza offers unparalleled standards of luxury on the island of Zanzibar.
LOCATIONS
KiliGolf Or Dollys Private Wildlife Estate
KILIGOLF: The Kilimanjaro Golf and Wildlife Estate. Kiligolf is situated on 1,040 acres of prime African bushland, nestled between Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Meru. To the south stretches the Maasai Steppe and the great ridges of the ancient Eastern Arc chain: the Pare, Usambara, and Blue Mountains, all of which are visible from the estate. The Usa River, an important water source, runs along the western side of the estate. DOLLYS PRIVATE WILDLIFE ESTATE: Dolly Estate is bordering the Maji ya Chai River. The riverbanks are covered in riverine bush and magnificent acacia trees, interspersed with wild fig trees as well as the equally grand Kigelia trees and sausage trees. This vegetation provides shelter to many species of birds and smaller mammals, some of the larger ones are bushbuck, duiker and dik dik, occasionally bush pigs, monitor lizards and vervet monkeys. On Dolly Estate, in the vicinity of the house, are a number of wild introduced species including zebra, wildebeest and eland.
Tarangire National Park
Elephants and baobabs abound! It is the vast number of baobabs that first catch your eye as you enter Tarangire. The gently rolling countryside is dotted with these majestic trees, which seem to dwarf the animals that feed beneath them. This baobab-studded park, two hours easy drive from Arusha, is spectacular in the second half of the year when huge herds congregate near the perennial Tarangire River. These nomadic tribes of animals are drawn to it like a magnet. Elephant, wildebeest, zebra, eland and oryx all gather here until the onset of the rains when they move on again in search of good grazing areas. And, of course, where there are herds, there are predators - lion, leopard, and more. It is also a fine birding destination. Tarangire is second only to the Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area in concentrations of wildlife. The elephant viewing here is truly fabulous - it is not unusual to see several hundred pachyderms in a single game drive.
Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority
The ultimate Big Five destination - often known as the eighth wonder of the world, this UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Tanzania boasts a blend of landscapes, wildlife, people and archaeology that is unsurpassed in Africa. Its volcanoes, grasslands, waterfalls and mountain forests are home to an abundance of animals, and to the Maasai, who still tend their cattle amid the herds of game. It's not just the wildlife that captivates visitors, though. Often referred to as the Garden of Eden, the park is something of a scenic showstopper. The Crater itself is the largest unbroken caldera in the world. As you roll down the slopes towards the Crater floor the view is simply breathtaking. Its 600m sheer-drop walls surround 260km2 of fertile savannah, a natural sanctuary for thousands of animals, including the world's densest lion and hyena populations, ground-scraping tuskers and the endangered black rhino. Birdlife is plentiful too, including thousands of flamingos that flock to Lake Magadi, turning its waters pink.
Migration NSerengeti Or SSerengeti Or Ndutu
Depending on the time of year that you are travelling the location of your experience will vary. The journey for the key players in the Great Migration, the roughly two million wildebeest, starts in the south of the Serengeti, with the birth of half a million calves between January and March. A favourite season for many of the seasoned Serengeti guides: the air during these months is full of new life and action. Predators like lions and hyenas are constantly hunting for babies, and thousands and thousands of calves are born within a couple weeks of each other – a feast for the eyes of true wildlife enthusiasts. When the drought comes in May, the herd moves north, towards the Masai Mara in Kenya, chomping down the high green grass, quickly followed by the gazelles and zebras. The migration is not without risk: crossing rivers means facing about 3,000 crocodiles, patiently waiting for a kill. Not to mention the famous Serengeti lion population: by far the largest in Africa. Despite the abundance of hoofed meat in this area, life is not easy for these big cats in this unforgiving landscape. But seeing a group of lions collaborating to hunt down a wildebeest is an unforgettable sight. Then, with the beginning of the short rains in late October, the migration makes its way back into the Serengeti. By December, the herds trek past Seronera - a small settlement in central Serengeti where the official Serengeti Visitors’ Centre is located - to return to their calving grounds again, and the circle is complete.
Zanzibar South Coast
Jambiani, Paje, Bwejuu, Michamvi, Kizimkazi - South Zanzibar Region, Mkoa wa Unguja Kusini in Swahili, is one of the 31 regions of Tanzania. The region covers an area of 854 km2 330 sq mi. The region is comparable in size to the combined land area of the nation state of Kiribati and the administrative region is located entirely on the island of Zanzibar. Unguja South Region is bordered on three sides to the south by Indian Ocean, north-east by Unguja North Region and north-west by Mjini Magharibi Region.
YOUR INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
Bush Dining
Bush Dining - Experience that Out of Africa feeling Nothing is quite as essentially Safari as bush dining, a truly memorable experience. A safari is not quite complete without enjoying dinner under the spectacular African night sky, accompanied by only the sound of the wildlife all around. You will be seated under the natural canopy of an acacia tree and served a delicious hot meal by your personal butler. Crisp white linen, fine bone china and crystal glassware all go towards creating an authentic Out of Africa experience.
Catamaran Tour To Tumbatu Reef - HD
Ngorongoro Crator Floor BBQ Brunch | Lunch MIN 4
Ngorongoro hot lunch - Experience that Out of Africa feeling No safari is complete without experiencing a traditional bush lunch. Relax under the natural canopy of an acacia tree, whilst your personal butler serves up a feast. Nothing is quite so essentially safari as this. Tailored service with cold drinks and your private chef preparing delicious meals surrounded by breath-taking surroundings in total privacy totally completes this Out of Africa experience. After enjoying your morning game drive, your guide will bring you to your private location within the Ngorongoro Crater where our team awaits to seat you.
Night Drive Mpingo
Just because the sun has set, doesnt mean that the wildlife goes to sleep. The star-studded skies, the gentle winds, the shadow of an elephant meandering through the forest, the eery silence broken by the lions roar and the shining eyes of curious wildlife peering at you as you drive by. It becomes another world altogether bathed in moonlight, a sensory experience that we highly recommend when the opportunity arises as not all national parks or game reserves allow night drives.
Sundowner On Safari
Sundowners are more than just happy hour! The sundowner is a cherished African tradition and forms an integral part of your safari experience. It is a time to relax, reminisce about your day, and enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine around the camp fire with your fellow travellers, who inevitably become friends after sharing the excitement and exhilaration of a safari together.
NOTES
TANZANIA OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
There is a range of activities that you might consider including in your experience in Tanzania. They do come at an additional cost whereby a guideline has been shown below. However, some of these might already have been included in your trip and would be listed under your INCLUDED EXPERIENCES.
BALLOON SAFARI - a bird’s-eye view
A balloon safari offers an opportunity to watch wildlife from a unique perspective. Drink in the wilderness below as you silently float over the vast plains in whichever direction the wind takes you. Follow a large herd of wildebeest, see a lion stalk its prey, or just marvel at the magnificent scenery… before touching down for a bush breakfast like no other. If you only take one balloon flight in your life, East Africa is the place to do it.
BUSH DINING - Experience that Out of Africa feeling
Relax under the natural canopy of an acacia tree, while your personal butler serves up a feast. Nothing is quite so essentially safari as this.
PRIVATE SUNDOWNERS
Sundowners are more than just happy hour! The sundowner is a cherished African tradition and forms an integral part of your safari experience. It is a time to relax, reminisce about your day, and enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine around the campfire with your fellow travelers, who inevitably become friends after sharing the excitement and exhilaration of a safari together.
NGORONGORO PRIVATE CRATER FLOOR LUNCH
Experience that Out of Africa feeling. No safari is complete without experiencing a traditional bush lunch. Relax under the natural canopy of an acacia tree, whilst your personal butler serves up a feast. Nothing is quite so essentially safari as this. Tailored service with cold drinks and your private chef preparing delicious meals surrounded by breath-taking surroundings in total privacy totally completes this Out of Africa experience. After enjoying your morning game drive, your guide will bring you to your private location within the Ngorongoro Crater where our team awaits to seat you.
SERENGETI RHINO EXPERIENCE
After a short briefing on how to behave in the field ~ and how to turn off geo-tagging on phones and cameras in order to ‘hide’ the rhino locations - we embark with Rangers to track down rhino in the field. We take advantage of the Ranger’s experience and intimate knowledge of these rare creatures to approach them with the barest of influence on their behaviour. This rare and privileged experience is further enriched by the knowledge and experience of the ranger's who are tasked with escorting the Rhino on a daily basis and the scientific insight and knowledge of the Lemala field guides.
NIGHT DRIVES
Just because the sun has set, doesn’t mean that Tarangire goes to sleep. It becomes another world altogether bathed in the moonlight. It becomes a sensory experience and one that we highly recommend when staying with us at Lemala Mpingo Ridge. The star-studded skies, the gentle winds, shadows of elephants as they meander through the forests, the eerie silence broken by the lion's roar, and the shining eyes of curious wildlife peering at your as your drive by. The sun may be down but it's a whole new world that awakes and where things can get really interesting.
CHIEF LOBULO MAASAI PRIVATE BOMA EXPERIENCE
Maasai Boma Visit to a genuine authentic Boma sitting with the Chief himself. An authentic glimpse into the distinctive Maasai culture is a must whilst in Tanzania. Preservation of their proud traditions has set the Maasai apart from other indigenous groups in Tanzania and embodies a side of Africa with which few outsiders can contact. We offer guests a memorable opportunity to interactively experience the Maasai way of life through an excursion to a traditional boma where guests will be able to participate in a variety of unique cultural activities and be encouraged to delve as deep into the experience as possible!
CULTURAL SAFARIS
Ask any first-time traveler to Africa what they are looking forward to seeing most and they will probably reply, “the wildlife”. Ask them, on their return home, what the best bit of their trip was and they will more than likely say, “the people”. East Africans are among the most welcoming and approachable people on earth. With a wide variety of fascinating cultures to discover, a cultural excursion is likely to be one of the most rewarding experiences of your holiday.
Mostly locally run, village visits give communities the chance to show their lifestyle to the outside world on their own terms as well as provide income directly to the village. You can visit for a few hours or even a few days. Spend a morning in a Maasai boma, trek to ritual forests, meet tribal elders, learn about traditional plants, and much more… we work hard to ensure that our cultural visits are sensitively managed and remain authentic introductions to contemporary African village life.
HORSE RIDING SAFARIS
Be a part of the landscape. Turn the engines off and leave the jeeps behind, four legs are best. Horse riding through the African bush is an exhilarating way to be a part of the landscape. Gallop alongside herds of wildebeest, trot at a safe distance to observe one of the Big Five… Your ride, under the watchful eye of skilled equestrian guides, will be a truly unique experience. Please note this activity is only available to experienced riders.
DIVING - Pristine coral reefs make Zanzibar a diver’s playground
The Zanzibar Archipelago is renowned as one of the best diving and snorkeling areas in the world. Its pristine coral reefs are a sight to behold, and the marine life is abundant. Along with a year-round average water temperature of 27°C and excellent visibility, diving here is ideal for both beginners and experienced divers alike. Wall, night, and drift dives are all available. Shallow waters provide a playground for a huge variety of Indo-Pacific fauna. While the deeper waters are home to large game fish, such as barracuda, kingfish, tuna, wahoo, manta rays, and sharks.
WALKING SAFARIS - Get up close and personal
A walking safari is a sensory adventure like no other. East Africa is one of the best safari areas for walking, with a number of parks allowing guests to experience a more up-close-and-personal encounter. Follow in the footsteps of animals, accompanied by highly skilled and knowledgeable guides. Along the way, you might identify animal tracks, learn about fascinating plants, spot some of the smaller animals and insects you wouldn’t necessarily see from a vehicle… as well as feel the buzz of tracking some of the larger game. There is no better way to learn about the bush.
CULTURAL EXPERIENCE BY TUK TUK
This is a truly authentic and unique way to get a glimpse of the way of life in Tanzania. You will meet Sunday, who is a hero to many and has a great story to tell. You will be guided throughout, enjoying a cultural experience in the village of Mto wa Mbu on the border of Lake Manyara National Park, where you will spend a few hours exploring the villages using their most favored method of transport in the area. Local tuk-tuks are designed to give you a bird's eye view and you meander around the narrow streets. You will see the rice fields and learn how it plays such a vital part in the food of Tanzanians. Meet the Makonde carvers, watch the colourful Tinga Tinga painters try a hand yourself, and visit a local primary school that we support before finishing up for a scrumptious Tanzanian lunch in the shade of the Banana trees.
CANOEING LAKE MANYARA - A unique perspective of life on the lake
During this 2.5-hour canoe on Lake Manyara, you get an incredible experience of Tanzanian wildlife and landscape. A well-trained guide will accompany the safari. He will ensure your safety and enjoyment while explaining more about the natural history of Manyara and its surroundings. Ideally, this activity is combined with a game drive in Lake Manyara.
KILIMANJARO CLIMBS - Stand on the Roof of Africa
Summiting the world’s highest freestanding mountain is a challenge, but one that is open to anybody. Kilimanjaro stands an impressive 5,895m high – its snow-capped peaks towering above the plains. There are several routes to the top – with varying degrees of difficulty – giving most people the chance to reach the Roof of Africa. It may be tough going, but the rewards speak for themselves. Your safety is paramount, and we use only the most skilled and experienced guides. If Africa’s tallest mountain seems out of reach or you fancy a warm-up climb, why not try Mount Meru? It’s just 70km from Kili and a mere 4,565m high. And if time does not allow then you can also consider a 1-day experience on either of these 2 mountains.
A DAY HIKE ON MT KILIMANJARO
You may not reach the roof of Africa - but the views are memorable. After breakfast, you will be transferred to Moshi to the slopes of this majestic mountain. Once you have checked in you will start your trek in the dense lower forest at a slow pace to allow you to acclimatise before entering the Hagenia zone where the vegetation starts to thin out, leading to the Shira Plateau. Your guide will choose a location to enjoy a picnic lunch as you look out at the mountain, learning all about the Kilimanjaro volcanic massif from knowledgeable guides. Once done, you will start your leisurely walk back to your transfer and to your hotel. This is a full-day experience.
THE TANZANITE EXPERIENCE - Discover a rare gem
One thousand times rarer than diamonds, Tanzanite is unique to Tanzania. With its vibrant blue and violet colours, it is one of the most sought-after gemstones in the world. Only found in a small stretch in the foothills of Kilimanjaro, experts predict Tanzanite will run out in the next 12-15 years. Experience it while you can! Learn all about its mystery, history, and heritage at one of the interactive museums in the heart of Arusha or Dar es Salaam. You can even buy one of these rare gems to take home.
