Tanzania is a country of stunningly beautiful landscapes, wildlife and cultures. In a land where even the most organized tour companies find it hard to run a smooth operation (east Africa tends to be less efficient and travelers and tour operators experience more problems than in southern African countries such as Botswana, Namibia and South Africa) it is good to know a large company with extensive resources is there to back up our clients. In Tanzania and Zanzibar Ultimate Africa works very closely with Conservation Corporation Africa and their circuit of lodges and camps (in addition to a select handful of other high end properties). Please note that most Tanzanian properties are closed April through May due to the long rains.

Arusha Coffee Lodge, Arusha, Tanzania – The first 5 star accommodations in Arusha. Situated on the 2,100 acre Burka Coffee estate, the lodge has 21 private chalets each with multi-level living areas, en-suite facilities, log fireplaces, and large balconies with views to Mount Meru. The lodge has a swimming pool and spa. Dinner is served at very popular Redd’s African Grill House. Being a working coffee plantation guests have the opportunity to observe the roasting process, taste coffee blends, and purchase fresh roasted beans. Other optional activities include horse riding, mountain biking, and nature walks.

Beho Beho, Selous, Tanzania – Beho Beho was the first property to be sited in the 55,000 square kilometer Selous - not on the banks, or the flood plains of the mighty Rufiji River, but in the highlands so as to enjoy the cooling breezes from which its name is derived. Designed for comfort, Beho Beho's 8 stone built and palm thatched cottages, are not only a refuge from the equatorial sun nor are they just for sleeping. These spacious suites reveal unrivalled vistas of the Africa bush and are designed as private 'homes' with individuality and flair. Each has a verandah, a separate dressing room leading into an en-suite bathroom with twin basins, high flush toilet and an open air shower. The lodge’s main area includes an open sided lounge and dining area, together with the cocktail bar and 'billiards room'. These provide a sophisticated setting for post safari relaxation and the swimming pool and deck, an ideal place to cool off. A specialty of the camp are the guided walking safaris, usually starting early in the morning, before the heat of the day, the walks can last from an hour to three hours culminating in breakfast at a prearranged shady spot or at a rendezvous with a vehicle to go back to camp for a relaxing brunch. Afternoon walks can also be very rewarding, along the Beho Beho River to meet a vehicle well supplied with welcome sundowner drinks, before the darkness comes and it is time to head back to camp. For drives Beho Beho has a fleet of specially designed open-sided, but shaded safari vehicles. These are not the pop-up roof type of enclosed safari cruiser found in the popular National parks. Beho Beho also has a number of boats stationed at Lake Tagalala, about 30 minutes drive away from the camp. These excursions, usually done in the morning, offer close encounter with the resident hippos and crocodiles as well as an amazing number of bird species, culminating in breakfast under a shady tree and a walk to the nearby hot springs for a therapeutic swim in the warm mineral waters. But it is not always necessary to leave camp to witness excellent wildlife. The camp appears to be on a crossroads of animal migratory routes and elephant, buffalo, waterbuck, giraffe, wild dog and hyena, to name just a few, wander freely through the camp.

Emerson’s and Green Hotel, Zanzibar - Situated in Stone Town, Emerson House was an Omani palace which has been carefully restored to its original grandeur. This hotel breathes old world charm and is perfect for travelers looking for an authentic experience. Atmosphere is of principal import and the furnishings are original Zanzibari antiques that create impressions of Arabian nights and sultan princesses escaping for romance. There are 10 rooms with en suite facilities. Some rooms are Sultan-sized with 20 foot ceilings, carved doors, original stucco décor and hand painted glass lamps and window panes. Other rooms are much smaller and quirky – some with ceiling fans, others with air conditioning that almost make the experience bearable. Dinner is served on a rooftop restaurant surrounded by minarets and temple towers - one of the most extraordinarily romantic eating venues in the world! Eighty feet above the Stone Town and sitting on Persian carpets and pillows, dinner here feels like a ride on a magic carpet (and the next day your stomach may feel as if it is on a magic carpet ride – Emerson’s and Green is authentic in more ways than one! We suggest our clients enjoy sunset drinks on the rooftop before moving on to a more sanitary restaurant for dinner). The dining room is open on all sides and the sun may be watched setting over the Indian Ocean each evening.

Faru Faru River Lodge, Serengeti, Tanzania - The 400,000 acre Grumeti Reserve is located adjacent to the Western Corridor of the Serengeti, bordering the national park. The private wildlife viewing concession, which includes the Ikorongo Game Reserve, Grumeti Game Reserve and Fort Ikoma Open Area, offers seclusion and exclusivity, highlighted by the annual wildebeest migration, which passes through these areas in the months of June, July and August and again in November. Faru Faru River Lodge is built on a gently sloping hill, overlooking a waterhole and the Grumeti River. It is built in the style of a classic East African safari camp, with the suites and lodge areas decorated as a throwback to the timeless Colonial era. Each of the 6 air-conditioned suites feature en suite bathroom with bath and shower, dressing area with vanity table and hair dryer, electronic safe, air conditioning, private bar and fridge, sliding glass front wall, direct dial telephone and wireless internet. On your viewing deck you will find your own Swarovski spotting scope, from which you can enjoy the rugged landscape, whilst at the same time, the luxurious comfort of your suite. The lodge area offers a lounge and dining room, elevated viewing decks, heated rim flow plunge pool, spa, television with satellite and Colonial Trading Post. Professionally guided walks from Faru Faru along the Grumeti River, with its unrivalled spectrum of fauna and flora, are an unforgettable experience. Wildlife viewing drives are also on offer along with archery, lawn croquet, mountain biking, equestrian pursuits (the Equestrian Centre is situated adjacent to Sasakwa Lodge, and is home to sixteen horses and a mix of polo ponies. The Center includes a lunging arena, fenced paddock, and a walled 2.7 kilometer riding track, which can also be used for walking and jogging. More experienced riders can enjoy outrides onto the Serengeti plains. Tack is English style, and guests have the choice of either English or Western saddles. All horse activities are led by qualified professional horse guides), and hot air ballooning. Grumeti Reserves works with the neighboring community through the Grumeti Community & Wildlife Conservation Fund (the "Grumeti Fund"), which has invested heavily in the region. Among the projects undertaken by the Fund is the planned reintroduction of 25 Black Rhino to the Serengeti eco-system.

Fundu Lagoon, Zanzibar - Situated on a remote and beautiful beach on the south western side of Pemba Island, the sister island to Zanzibar, this property is wonderful for scuba diving. There are 14 bungalows, consisting of spacious tents, set under thatch roofs on wooden decks and each, with a view over the ocean. The rooms are equipped with large double or twin beds, mosquito nets, ceiling and standing fans, and indoor and outdoor seating areas. Each has an ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet and basin. The rooms are connected to the main buildings by sand walkways. Some rooms are situated along the beachfront with the remaining on an elevated position overlooking the ocean. Two of our fourteen accommodations are suites with their own private chill out decks and plunge pools. The resort offers two bars, a television room, an excellent restaurant serving local and international cuisine and spa. Listed as one of the top diving locations in the world, Fundu Lagoon offers a fully-equipped PADI Resort Diving Center. In addition a range of watersports, including snorkeling and kayaking, are on offer.

Greystoke Mahale, Lake Tanganyika, Tanzania - On a far-flung beach along the eastern shores of Lake Tanganyika, below a huge story-book tropical forest, is the tiny sanctuary of Greystoke Mahale. The water is as clear as gin, the air scented with jasmine, and the living very easy indeed. As you make the approach to Greystoke by dhow, the outline of the camp is visible against a backdrop of deep green forest and pale beach. The focal point of Greystoke is the bar and dining area rising up from the sand and loosely modeled on traditional Tongwe architecture. Your home at Greystoke Mahale is in wildly exotic wooden bandas looking out across the beach, with interiors fashioned from seasoned dhow timber. The 6 suites are open-fronted, with adjoining bathrooms, and upstairs chill-out decks, designed for the most demanding castaway. The slopes of the Mahale Mountains National Park rise behind camp, home to the world’s largest known population of chimpanzees, over 1,000. Within hiking distance is one such group of 60. Every day you can venture out into the forest to observe them, our closest relatives, as they groom, wrestle and forage across the leafy floor. There is also the opportunity to observe leopard, bushbuck, bushpig, and a multitude of birds and butterflies as you walk amongst the giant vines and waterfalls. The lake’s waters sparkle with over 250 species of tropical fish and after a day of “chimping” you can snorkel or swim, fish or kayak along the lake shore. In the evening you can enjoy sundowner drinks aboard the dhow followed by a private barefoot dinner on the beach, or simply relax in the library. For those looking to quench their thirst there’s the bar of all bars on the rocks of the headland, with fresh sashimi and iced vodka, and a view out west across the mighty waters of the lake. Most guests will see the chimps at least once in a 3-4 day stay, but a sighting is not always guaranteed. Whilst they could be right behind camp one day, the next they could be high in the mountains. The maximum group size for chimp viewing is 6.

Grumeti River Camp, Serengeti, Tanzania – In the untouched seclusion of a remote, idyllic valley in the western corridor of the Serengeti National Park, 50km east of Lake Victoria, lies Grumeti River Camp. Flanked by two hillsides, this blissful camp nestles beneath tall riverine trees on the banks of the Grumeti River. Every year during the great migration, wildebeest, zebra and other herbivores plunge into the Grumeti River, risking the jaws of some of the largest crocodiles on earth. In addition some of Africa’s largest hippo greet you through watery carpets of lilies. Black and white colobus monkeys with their spectacular pied coats flash through the bird-filled riverine trees, and the area boasts one of the highest densities of cheetah in Africa. At night, the haunting primeval calls of hyena, leopard and lion echo through the shadowy branches. Intimate and distinctive, Grumeti has just 10 spacious tents with en suite bathrooms and showers open to the sun and stars. Each flamboyant tent perches on a raised platform and is filled with hand-sculpted African finishes, hand-blown Kenyan glassware and the unexpected colors of bright lime, scarlet, bronze, orange and crimson. The main areas, including the pool, overlook the water lettuce-edged river. There is a lounge and domed bar. The spacious decks are perfect for sundowners overlooking the river. Solar panels have replaced electric power to eliminate noise and pollution. Twice daily interpretive game drives in closed Land Rovers explore the Serengeti savannahs and woodlands, boasting the largest mass of free-ranging animals on earth. A stunning variety of wildlife may be approached at close range on these morning and afternoon wildlife excursions. Sundowners on the Kirawira Hills are a special treat after a day's safari.

Kigongoni, Arusha, Tanzania - Kigongoni Lodge is located on an historic 70 acre coffee farm near Arusha. Sitting on a hilltop with lush gardens, the lodge offers breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. The rooms, cocktail lounge, and restaurant, all with fireplaces, are furnished in an intimate and comfortable manner, maximizing the site’s unique views and natural features. The lodge has 14 large cottages each with a big private veranda and views of either Mount Meru or Mount Kilimanjaro. Each cottage has a large bathroom area with a separate shower and bathtub, writing and sitting area and a fireplace. The four-poster beds all have mosquito nets. Kigongoni has both indoor and outdoor dining facilities. The cuisine is European in style with distinct African elements. Organically grown vegetables from Kigongoni's own gardens are used whenever possible. Breakfast is served with fresh fruits and juice, cheeses, marmalade, homemade breads and local eggs. Dinner comprises a minimum of three courses with complimentary tea or local coffee served at the bar. The lounge and bar stay open till guests retire. There is also a pool. Kigongoni Lodge has been developed in harmony with, and respect for, local community values, heritage and aspirations. 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 give you an authentic, homey experience and true sense of Tanzania, while providing an opportunity to participate in activities that contribute to the sustainable development of local communities.

Kilimanjaro Hotel Kempinski, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania - Known fondly as ‘The Kili’, this hotel was totally rebuilt and opened as a Kempinski in August 2005. Situated with views of the Indian Ocean all 180 guest rooms and suites are elegantly appointed with tropical interiors, rich timber floors with brightly accented fabrics, reflecting the colors of Africa and its people. Each is equipped with both high speed and wireless internet access, international satellite LCD TV with movie channels, multilingual telephone voicemail, tea and coffee making facilities, in room safe and mini-bar. In addition the hotel offers 24-hour room service, laundry/dry-cleaning service, bathrobes, and a shoe shine service. The hotel features 2 restaurants; an all day dining restaurant and an Asian restaurant - the hottest table in town. In addition there are 3 bars, the ‘Bar Lounge’, the ‘Pool Juice Bar’ and the ‘Roof Bar’. Sea view rooms are a must!

Kirawira Camp, Serengeti, Tanzania – Superb location! Standing high on the bluff of a bush-cloaked ridge, commanding panoramic views over the endlessly rolling reaches and volcanic reefs of the Serengeti National Park, Kirawira Camp is the epitome of colonially-styled safari luxury. Designed in typically Edwardian style, it features an elegant central meeting tent evocatively furnished with a tasteful selection of chintz-covered chaises lounges, jewel-hued Persian rugs, and leather-bound traveling cases. There is a bar, swimming pool and ‘Sundowner’ terrace looking out over gently sloping acacia groves towards the lilac-grey hills and lion-gold plains of the Serengeti’s Western Corridor. The colonial ambiance of the 25 tented rooms evokes colorful memories of the famous safaris of days gone by. The rooms feature generous four-poster beds, hand-made patchwork quilts, steamer-trunk wardrobes, brass lamps, sepia photographs and rosewood escritoires, whilst to the rear of each tent is an elegant mahogany-paneled bathroom with twin marble washstands, polished brass fittings and classic black-and-white tiled Edwardian shower and lavatory. Each room has a personal valet. Activities include morning and afternoon wildlife viewing drives and visits to local Ikoma and Sikuma villages / schools. The most exclusive of the Serena Group’s many safari venues; the exquisite Kirawira Tented Camp is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Klein's Camp, Serengeti, Tanzania – Klein’s Camp is set in an exclusive 25,000 acre private concession deep in the heart of Maasai territory, neighboring the buffalo-rich, northeastern Serengeti National Park. Klein's Camp follows the concept of Kenya's private game ranches, the first of its kind in Tanzania. Opened in 1995 Klein's Camp offers accommodation in 10 tastefully appointed cottages, each with en suite bathroom with shower, twin hand-basin and toilet, and a private veranda with breathtaking views of the valley below. The main lodge includes a dining area with large open fireplace and beautifully furnished bar/sitting area, both with sweeping views of the valley and the surrounding hills. A plunge pool is tucked into the hillside. Klein’s Camp is as much about the style and design of the lodge and the level of luxury provided as it is about the safari itself. The safari experience at Klein's Camp is enhanced by the fact that the camp is actually set outside the Serengeti Park boundaries. This means that the camp is able to offer both day and night wildlife viewing drives in open 4x4 vehicles and professionally guided walking safaris (in the private concession set aside for the exclusive use of Klein’s Camp guests - the ultimate private Tanzanian safari with no other vehicles for miles around). Most guests enjoy both the Klein’s Camp Reserve and the Serengeti National Park and thus pay double fees (reserve fees which go directly to the local Maasai villagers for schooling and agricultural support and park fees). In our opinion this is a small price to pay for such an incredible experience.

Lake Manyara Tree Lodge, Lake Manyara, Tanzania – Tree Camp is about getting as close to nature as possible without sacrificing five-star comforts. Set back from the south west shores of Lake Manyara in a mahogany forest, Lake Manyara Tree Lodge is the only camp in the small but incredibly diverse National Park. Guests are accommodated in 10 spacious tree houses each with outdoor shower and bath, as well as private decks. The neutral toned interiors highlight a collection of well-sourced Dodona art. Intimate guest areas overlook a forest boma with an interactive kitchen where wholesome and delicious food is prepared in wood-fired ovens. Lake Manyara is a natural soda lake that fluctuates dramatically according to rainy seasons; it is regularly visited by flamingos and is inhabited by hippos. The Park is famous for its tree climbing lions and has the highest concentration of elephant in Tanzania (Iain Douglas-Hamilton - founder of Save the Elephants - had a research station here). There are also large numbers of baboons, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and a variety of antelope. Activities include morning and afternoon wildlife viewing drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles (and night drives at extra cost. These must be pre-booked) and exceptional birdwatching – the area has over 400 species. Picnic lunches and romantic sundowners can be enjoyed on the lakeshore. As the lodge is the only one in the park, other vehicles are rarely seen.

Luxury Mobile Camping, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania - Go where the animals are! True remoteness and complete solitude on the limitless, wildlife rich, Serengeti plains. These tented, migratory camps move around the Serengeti, following directly in the footsteps of the animals. Heightened romance and sheer luxury these camps proudly featuring Tanzania's largest and most spacious mobile ensuite tents. With a hint of Bedouin character, they boast romantic sweeps of canvas, in a rich palette of warm savannah colors: chocolate, suede and espresso. Finely crafted finishes complete the ambience, with custom made Indian rugs, crisp percale linens, sparkling crystal and shiny silver. Each tent comes with chic ensuite facilities, separate bathrooms and alfresco bucket showers. Complete with personalized private butler service, enjoy delicious Pan-African and traditional bush cuisine. This is the soul of Africa - no electricity and no running water. A life changing, intimate experience that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. With maximum five guests per open safari vehicle, window seats are guaranteed. Campsites are booked for the exclusive use of guests.

Migration Camp, Serengeti, Tanzania - Migration Camp is one of only seven permanent lodges in the whole of the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. The lodge is located in the Northern Corridor of the park, on the main wildebeest migration route between the Serengeti and the Maasai Mara. This part of the park is a quiet backwater compared with the more visited areas to the south and the very busy Maasai Mara to the north. The camp is best visited around July and November each year when the great migratory herds pass, sometimes crossing the Grumeti River right in front of camp. Additionally there is good resident game throughout the year, especially lion, leopard and elephant. Migration Camp is a traditional tented safari camp with elements of a more modern design and cuisine. The intent is to provide very comfortable surroundings without losing contact with the environment. The main areas comprise a two level lounge and bar area. Adjacent to this is the swimming pool and beyond is the dining area and breakfast terrace. The camp has just 20 luxury safari tents, each with ensuite bathroom. Activities include wildlife viewing drives in open, yes open, vehicles. Walking safaris in the Serengeti are not generally permitted, but Migration Camp has been granted special permission to conduct game walks in the small concession area around the lodge. On a negative note there are many tsetse flies in the area.

Mnemba Island Lodge, Zanzibar – One of Bill Gates' favorite destinations Mnemba is the perfect end to an ultimate safari! Situated on a small private island just 20 minutes by boat off the north-eastern tip of Zanzibar, Mnemba is surrounded by its own atoll of coral reefs - privacy and rustic exclusivity unparalleled on the East African coastline! 10 secluded split-level beach bandas, built on platforms raised off the beach sand and open to the cooling breeze, are carefully located to ensure absolute privacy. Each generously proportioned banda is simply furnished with a king sized, extra-length bed swathed in billowing muslin nets. Beach level verandas offer built-in barazas – perfect for afternoon siestas, comfortable chairs for reading and a writing table. There are also outdoor swing beds, and private beach salas feature traditional Zanzibari loungers. Each room has a ceiling fan, spacious bathroom with shower, twin hand-basins and separate toilet. The dining and bar areas allow unimpeded access to breathtaking sea views. Activities include scuba diving (2 dives per day included) and snorkeling in waters that teem with exotically colored fish and coral forests that most divers only dream of. Between December and March Mnemba’s rare green turtles can be seen laying their eggs. Guests may also kayak and windsurf. Deep-sea fishing and PADI diving courses are available at an additional cost. Please note that the shower water is slightly salty to ensure that there is no standing freshwater and thus no mosquitoes on the island. Thickly wooded with palms and whistling pines, ringed by a continuous white-sand beach and set amid sparkling turquoise waters - Mnemba is truly paradise!

Ndutu Safari Lodge, Serengeti, Tanzania – A million wildebeest can't be wrong! Ndutu Safari Lodge has been a favorite with professional wildlife photographers and filmmakers for the past four decades. It is simply one of the best places in Africa to watch wildlife, especially during the early months of the year when the wildebeest migration passes through. Situated near the border of the Serengeti in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Ndutu offers simple and comfortable accommodations. The lodge has been built under a canopy of flat topped acacia trees overlooking the lake. Guests are accommodated in 34 stone cottages that extend from the central, open-sided bar, lounge and dining room. Each room has en suite facilities and its own verandah that overlooks Lake Ndutu. Food is hearty with fresh fruits and vegetables sourced form local farms. There are no fences and wild animals wander through at all hours of day and night. The resident genets, small spotted cat-like animals, often make an appearance, as they gaze down at you from the lodge’s rafters. Activities include game drives. Walking is allowed in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area but you must be accompanied by a NCAA ranger (at extra cost).

Ngare Sero, Arusha, Tanzania – Full of character…Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge is situated on the slopes of Mount Meru at an altitude of 4,000 feet. Ngare Sero means sweet water. Guests are accommodated in 10 rooms and 3 suites. The main building has been adapted from a turn of the century colonial farmhouse. There is a 30 meter swimming pool set amid the colorful gardens of ginger, bougainvillea, heliconia and jacaranda. There is a sauna as well. The snows of Kilimanjaro form a splendid backdrop for a sundowner drink on the main verandah. Troupes of Sykes and Colobus monkeys inhabit the surrounding forest where springs rise and feed a crystal clear lake filled with trout. Take a bottle of wine and enjoy a quiet lake cruise in a home built punt or explore the fifty acre estate on a nature walk. Alternatively let one of the staff walk you through the nearby Wameru village (for a small fee). Activities available at additional cost include horseback riding, spa treatments, and private yoga / meditation classes.

Ngorongoro Serena Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania – Good value at Ngorongoro Crater. Constructed from local stone and covered with indigenous plants, this lodge has been built into the northern crater rim. There are 75 centrally heated / air conditioned rooms with ensuite bathrooms, most with private terraces overlooking the Crater below. Activities include game drives in the Ngorongoro Crater and walks along the Crater's rim. Alternatively relax with an herbal massage, or sip a sundowner drink at the Maasai-inspired, split-level dining and bar area featuring a two-tier wall of windows looking down on the constantly changing vistas of the crater below.

Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania – Conde Naste’s 2006 Gold List for one of the “Best Located Hotels in the World”! Perched on the rim of Tanzania’s famed Ngorongoro crater, a World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful wildlife havens on earth, guests are accommodated in 3 separate intimate camps - North Camp and South Camp (12 suites each) and Tree Camp (6 suites). The sumptuous suites are steeped in romance reminiscent of a bygone era, with graceful antiques, grand chandeliers and Pan African treasures. All of this, however, remains subordinate to the magnificence of the verdant Crater views through the window of every room. Each suite is discreetly tended by a personal butler, who will bring you tea in bed, stoke your fireplace and even draw your bath, ready for your return from your safari and lavish picnic on the Crater floor. Guest areas include elegant sitting and dining areas all with awe-inspiring views of the Crater floor 500 meters below. Activities include a daily game drive in closed game-viewing vehicles to the Crater floor and walks along the Crater rim. At an additional cost and subject to availability of vehicles, visits to local Maasai manyattas and excursions to Olduvai Gorge or Shifting Sands can be arranged.

Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel, Zanzibar – Great value! Ras Nungwi Hotel is located on an idyllic and quiet white sand beach on the northern tip of the island. As it was one of the first hotels to be established on Zanzibar the owners managed to secure one of the best locations. In addition Zanzibar’s top dive reefs, Leven Bank and Mnemba Atoll, are easily accessible and diving and snorkeling is superb. There are regular sightings of dolphins, turtles, reef sharks and manta rays. The hotel is built from hand-cut fossilized coral limestone and other natural materials. There are 32 rooms furnished with four-poster beds with mosquito nets and local décor. All rooms are air-conditioned and have en-suite facilities and balconies. The hotel has 2 restaurants and a beach bar. The hotel's swimming pool commands stunning views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel has a dive center on site. A wide range of other water-sports is also available including big game fishing, water-skiing, windsurfing, kayaking, and dhow cruises. Guests may also rent mountain bikes, walk to a local village, or visit the hotel masseuse for a relaxing massage. Please note that service at this property can, at times, be impersonal and inflexible…even so we do recommend this property.

Sabora Plains Tented Camp, Serengeti, Tanzania - The 400,000 acre Grumeti Reserve is located adjacent to the Western Corridor of the Serengeti, bordering the national park. The private wildlife viewing concession, which includes the Ikorongo Game Reserve, Grumeti Game Reserve and Fort Ikoma Open Area, offers seclusion and exclusivity, highlighted by the annual wildebeest migration, which passes through these areas in the months of June, July and August and again in November. Sabora Plains Tented Camp is situated on the Serengeti plains and is beautifully decorated in grand 1920's style. The 6 lavish air conditioned tents feature a bedroom and reading area, bathroom with bath and outdoor shower, viewing deck with your own Swarovski spotting scope, and a library lounge tent. The camp also has a dining room, lounge, wide viewing deck, heated plunge pool, Jacuzzi, tennis court, spa and Colonial Trading Post. Game drives and walks can be enjoyed with the professional guides. Other activities include archery, lawn croquet, mountain biking, equestrian pursuits (the Equestrian Centre is situated adjacent to Sasakwa Lodge, and is home to sixteen horses and a mix of polo ponies. The Centre includes a lunging arena, fenced paddock, and a walled 2.7 kilometer riding track, which can also be used for walking and jogging. More experienced riders can enjoy outrides onto the Serengeti plains. Tack is English style, and guests have the choice of either English or Western saddles. All horse activities are led by qualified professional horse guides), and hot air ballooning. Grumeti Reserves works with the neighboring community through the Grumeti Community & Wildlife Conservation Fund (the "Grumeti Fund"), which has invested heavily in the region. Among the projects undertaken by the Fund is the planned reintroduction of 25 Black Rhino to the Serengeti eco-system.

Sand Rivers Selous, Selous, Tanzania - The Selous is the largest game reserve on the African continent. Sand Rivers is set on a bend in the Rufiji just down from Steigler’s Gorge and activities are conducted in some of the most scenically varied parts of the Selous - from gorges to open plains, sand rivers and lakes. Accommodations consist of 8 cottages crafted from local materials with en suite facilities each overlooking the Rufiji River. The sitting and dining room are open plan with stunning views of the river as well as the surrounding hills. The swimming pool, set into the rocks at the rivers edge, is under the shade of an ancient baobab tree and overlooks the river as well. Professionally guided wildlife viewing walks (tracking black rhino and elephant on foot) are the main attraction here and may range from less than an hour to several days (with fly-camping under the stars). Wildlife viewing is also done by boat and in open 4x4 vehicles. Guests may also try their hand at fishing.

Sasakwa Hill Lodge, Serengeti, Tanzania - The 400,000 acre Grumeti Reserve is located adjacent to the Western Corridor of the Serengeti, bordering the national park. The private wildlife viewing concession, which includes the Ikorongo Game Reserve, Grumeti Game Reserve and Fort Ikoma Open Area, offers seclusion and exclusivity, highlighted by the annual wildebeest migration, which passes through these areas in the months of June, July and August and again in November. Sasakwa Lodge is situated on the top of Sasakwa Hill, with awe-inspiring views over the Serengeti plains. The lodge is built in the grand style of an English manor home and comprises 7 suites, ranging in size from one to four bedrooms. Each air-conditioned suite features a bedroom, lounge with fireplace, veranda with your own spotting scope, en suite bathroom with bath and shower, dressing area, guest bathroom, heated infinity plunge pool, direct dial telephone facilities and wireless internet access. The main lodge areas offer a dining room, lounge and bar, garden room, television room with satellite television, DVD player and DVD collection, reading library with internet facilities, billiards room, wine cellar, and Colonial Trading Post, all opening onto wide verandas and sprawling lawns. The lodge also features two tennis courts (clay and grass), a gymnasium, spa with steam room, and a heated infinity swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Activities at Sasakwa include wildlife viewing drives, professionally guided walks, archery, lawn croquet, mountain biking, hot air ballooning and equestrian pursuits. The Equestrian Center is situated a few minutes walk from Sasakwa and is home to sixteen horses and a mix of polo ponies. The Center includes a lunging arena, fenced paddock, and a walled 2.7 kilometer riding track, which can also be used for walking and jogging. More experienced riders can enjoy outrides onto the Serengeti plains. Tack is English style, and guests have the choice of either English or Western saddles. All horse activities are led by qualified professional horse guides. Grumeti Reserves works with the neighboring community through the Grumeti Community & Wildlife Conservation Fund (the "Grumeti Fund"), which has invested heavily in the region. Among the projects undertaken by the Fund is the planned reintroduction of 25 Black Rhino to the Serengeti eco-system. 

Sultan’s Palace, Zanzibar – Sultan’s Palace is a small luxury boutique hotel, situated on the south-east coast of the Island, with beautiful sandy beaches. Sultan's Palace mixes romance, exclusivity and relaxation in the elegant atmosphere of a private villa. Set in the middle of fragrant citronella and frangipani gardens the hotel can accommodate thirty guests in 15 well appointed cottages furnished with local antiques, carved Omani doors, and painted tiles. Each has air-conditioning and mini bar. Cuisine emphasizes fresh seafood blended with the local Zanzibari spices, served on a candlelit terrace with views of the beach and ocean beyond. The highlight of Sultan's Palace is the ocean with its calm waters. Guest’s at Sultan’s Palace may enjoy swimming and snorkeling. Mountain biking to the nearby village is an exciting way to learn more about the people of Zanzibar. After a long day relax with a spa treatment on the beach or sail along the coast with a picnic. Sultan Palace is a member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux group.

The Palms, Zanzibar - The Palms is a luxury resort situated along an unspoiled white beach on the east coast of Zanzibar. It offers all the facilities of a five star private resort. The hotel is family owned and the hosts have thought of everything to make their guests’ stay exceptional. The blend of African, Portuguese, Arab and European culture has created a great fusion that is visible in everything from the architecture to the décor to the cuisine. There are 6 massive air conditioned villas, each with a master bedroom, en-suite bathroom, walk-in changing room, extra room with en-suite bathroom and large furnished terrace with a view of the ocean. In addition each room has its own private beach banda with a thatched roof, mattress and sun beds – ideal for a quiet afternoon on the beach. The resort also has its own spa, The Palms Sanctuary (the first on Zanzibar). The blue mosaic swimming pool is another popular venue for relaxation as its poolside loggia and driftwood bar is only a few steps away and serves cocktails and fresh fruit throughout the day. Dining is an experience in itself and takes place in an old-styled dining room, adjacent to the resort’s spice inspired evening bar. Jazz music and candlelight create a romantic ambience and adds to the dining experience. While the resort doesn’t have its own water sports facilities, activities can be enjoyed at a nearby resort.

Treetops, Tarangire, Tanzania – Located in the 57,000 acre Tarangire Conservation Area, Treetops is an innovative and original property. The 20 giant thatched tree houses are built upon platforms amongst a cluster of Baobab, Mopani and Wild Fig Trees. Each tree house has an en suite shower and toilet together with a lounge area and private verandah. The rooms' walls are in fact flaps, which can be rolled up to create the feel of a true open tree house. Together with the mosquito nets over each bed and the plush duvets, you may never wish to leave your room. The Baobab Bar is built around a gracious old Baobab and guests can enjoy cocktails whilst watching the incredible Tarangire sunsets. Leading off the bar, the dining area with its thatched roof and open sides is the perfect setting for the excellent cuisine. As it is located outside the Tarangire National Park, Treetops is able to offer activities such as walking safaris and mountain bike trails that cannot be conducted inside the park. Daytime wildlife viewing drives within the park are on offer in addition to night drives outside the park. There is also a swimming pool.

Zanzibar Serena, Stone Town, Zanzibar – Washed by the aquamarine waters of the Zanzibar channel and flanked by an exotic melange of sultan’s palaces, Portuguese forts, ancient dhow harbors, dark slave markets, and bright bazaars, the Zanzibar Serena Inn is a haven of tranquility and opulence amongst the bustle of Zanzibar. Set in two historic sea front buildings that have been masterfully restored, the Zanzibar Serena exploits its grandstand view of the Indian Ocean from each of the guest’s rooms. The interiors echo the rich Arabian influences as well as indigenous East African roots. The 48 guest rooms are fully air conditioned, especially comfortable and elegantly furnished. Dining is a feast of variety; local seafood is a specialty and its preparation reflects the many cultural influences that passed this way. There is a swimming pool as well. Active guests may be transferred, for free, to the private Mangapwani Beach with its exclusive beach and watersports activities. The hotel is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.