Situated on the fertile grounds of a coffee plantation, with five on-site boutiques offering a range of food and shopping options.
Partake in a coffee tour, showing the process that brings a coffee bean from ‘tree to cup’.
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30 rooms & suites
Restaurant
Bar
Café
Lounge
Terrace
Pool
Spa
Tours
Gardens
Boutiques
Workshops
Birdwatching
Wifi
Tarangire National Park spans an undulating area of 2,850 km² (1,100 mi²) and is easily accessible via a few-hour drive from Arusha. Famous for its giant baobabs, savannahs with scattered termite mounds, and large elephant herds, this underrated park is dominated by the perennial Tarangire River.
In the middle of the park, the Silale swamp becomes the main source of water and attracts elephants and predators as the season gets drier and drier. There is a healthy lion population, and the other predators are often spotted trailing the plains game as they head to water, or occasionally the cats can be spotted lounging in sausage trees.
Nestled along a cliff overlooking the spectacular expanse of the Tarangire region, Mwamba Lodge is an exciting new addition to northern Tanzania.
The luxury lodge is among the newest in Tarangire, featuring luxury cottages that overlook the Randilen Wildlife Management Area and are just 40 minutes from the national park entrance gate.
The region also serves as an important wildlife corridor, particularly for elephant herds, between Manyara National Park and Tarangire National Park.
The sister company to the lodge also owns several well-respected luxury accommodations in Uganda, including Elephant Plains Lodge and Primate Lodge Kibale.
Visit the local community and learn from the Maasai tribe. While the exact experience may vary depending on the village visited, this experience typically includes a chance to see daily life for the Maasai tribespeople in a local village, learn about Maasai traditions, and see their vibrant arts & culture, such as song, dance, and beadwork.
This is also a chance to buy from the local Maasai market, purchasing crafts directly from the people who make them
North of the southern grasslands lies the central part of the Serengeti, a beautiful area with wide open plains as far as the eye can see, dotted with small granite kopjes and seasonal rivers. The area is full of resident game and one of the highest densities of cats, especially lions, to be found anywhere in Africa. The eastern part of the central Serengeti was actually closed to tourists until just a few years ago and originally used as a cheetah research base. This stunning landscape of kopjes and grasslands is renowned for its exceptional big cat sightings, particularly cheetahs.
The Serengeti is perhaps the most famous African wilderness area, its name synonymous with the notion of safari for nearly a hundred years. This UNESCO World Heritage site covers 14,750 km2 (5,700 mi2) of premiere game viewing in Acacia woodlands, open grasslands, and undulating savannahs interspersed with seasonal rivers. The park on the northern side borders the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and, together with several other smaller reserves and conservation areas, forms the larger Mara-Serengeti ecosystem.
Standard Luxury Tent
Guest tents are comfortable and spacious, providing 45 square meters (450 square feet approx.) of living space. The beds can be set up as doubles or twins, and three of the tents can be set up as triples. The wood-paneled bathrooms have "his" and "her" wash hand basins, rain showers, and separate toilets. A constant supply of both hot and cold water is available for guests' use throughout the night and day. The entire camp enjoys 24 hours of electricity generated primarily through solar panels, but with a standby generator available for use as and when required.
Highlights
All power requirements is generated through solar power
Tents raised on timber platforms to prevent ‘grass burn’ and protect the natural habitat of the wildlife
Witness the migration spectacle from your tent
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10 tents
Lounge tent with covered veranda
Dining area
In-house chef
Solar power
24-hour electricity
Reading books and board games
Laundry service
Room service
Child friendly
Wifi
Located in the heart of the Serengeti National Park, this camp offers exclusive access to the abundance of wildlife in the area. Listen to the quiet brilliance of nature surrounding you as you lounge in camp chairs outside your tent, or venture to capture sightings of the wildlife and numerous bird species in the park.
The camp's ten exclusive luxury canvas tents, one of which is a family tent, have been carefully designed to provide guests with the optimal glamping experience. The dining area, lounge tent, and veranda offer panoramic views of the Serengeti.
Guests can enjoy the endless African sky in a tranquil setting, with a fine whisky or cocktail in hand, or take a game drive in the camp's own game safari vehicle and try to spot a lion, leopard, cheetah, elephant, or black rhino.
Nearby places of interest are the famous Hippo Pool, the Serengeti Research Centre, and the departure point for balloon safaris. The migration passes near the camp twice a year and is never more than a 2.5-hour game drive away for spectacular viewing.
A balloon flight over the Serengeti is widely considered a bucketlist activity that offers a serene and spectacular experience floating over the vast, lush, and game filled plains.
A lift off at dawn means you watch the sun rise as you head in a generally western direction. Flights usually last close to an hour, and depending on the take-off spot, you float over riverine woodlands, watching hippos return to their daytime refuges and crocodiles basking on sandbanks. Sometimes predators and large antelope herds can be spotted below, pointed out by your experienced captain.
After the flight, you will be met by the trailing transfer vehicles and taken to a pre-prepared picnic breakfast, beautifully set up in an idyllic spot on the plains.
With views stretching out over Lake Victoria and over the city of Kampala, Latitude 0° sits among indigenous orchid-filled trees atop Makindye Hill, approximately 6 km from the CDB and 45 minutes from Entebbe International Airport.
Latitude 0° is more than just a hotel with 47 guest rooms and suites, a 24-hour front desk, and fast airport transfers. There are two restaurants and three bars offering culinary delights and a wide variety of drinks from all corners of the world. The hotel is a haven for relaxation and fitness through the spa, gym and swimming pools.
The hotel has a socialising and networking centre with lounges, a rooftop bar, private dining, and entertaining spaces, and a calendar filled with music, art, fashion, and business events. The co-working hub features private workspaces, meeting rooms, and conference rooms. Experience a unique African lifestyle hospitality that blends modern urban Africa with a cosmopolitan twist.
At only 321 km2 (124 mi2), Bwindi Impenetrable National Park covers a small area but packs a big punch in terms of wildlife conservation, most famously protecting an estimated 400 mountain gorillas.
In addition to gorilla, the park boasts 120 mammal species, including elephant and antelope, and over 350 species of birds. It is considered one of the most biologically diverse areas on Earth. It is among Uganda's oldest and most varied rainforests, dating back over 25,000 years and containing almost 400 species of plants. The park is quite spectacular, featuring lush bamboo forests and hardwoods.
A gorilla trek is likely to be the centrepiece of your Sanctuary experience (and you may wish to devote more than a single day to trekking), but don’t miss the opportunity to discover the flora and fauna of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest on a guided walk, or to engage with the indigenous Batwa people during a Community and Philanthropy Tour. An overnight visit to game-rich Queen Elizabeth National Park is easily arranged. Afternoon and evening game drives include classic sundowners and canapés at specially selected spots.
Beyond gorilla trekking, Bwindi offers sightings of rare forest elephants, giant forest hogs, and 11 primate species. Wildlife can be experienced on a guided walk along the Munyaga waterfall trail or on game drives in nearby Ishasha, located in the south of the well-known Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and diverse birdlife.
The Villas are stylish, spacious, and thoughtfully designed for comfort and privacy. Each 41 m² suite, with an additional 19 m² of outdoor space, includes a bedroom, lounge, en-suite bathroom, and a private deck overlooking the forest. Guests enjoy four-poster super-king beds with high-thread-count linens, plush pillows, and mosquito netting. The bathrooms feature a double vanity, rain shower, and a large bathtub with views into the jungle canopy, along with premium toiletries, bathrobes, and a hairdryer. Each suite also includes a minibar stocked with water, soft drinks, beer, and wine, a coffee and tea station, an in-room safe, high-speed wifi, and a work desk. A personal attendant is on hand to cater to guests’ every need.
Highlights
Located within the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to more than half of the world’s mountain gorillas
The perfect base from which to trek for mountain gorillas
Excellent wildlife-spotting and birding
Intimate camp with 10 newly renovated villas
Opportunities to engage with the indigenous Batwa and local communities
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10 villas
Dining area
Bar
Lounge
Campfire
Boma
Spa
Wifi
Visitors to Ride4aWoman can tour the center, learn more about their work, browse the handcrafts, and meet the female artisans who made them. Custom tailoring (clothing, housewares, and more) is also available at the center, all featuring vibrant local fabrics.
The co-op also offers classes for visitors (pre-booking required), including basketweaving, cooking, dance, and sewing. These activities must be pre-booked and are a chance to sit alongside local women and learn firsthand about Ugandan culture.
Trekking gorillas in Uganda is a life-changing experience that takes you deep into the lush and remote rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Your adventure begins with a briefing by park rangers who provide essential information on the gorilla family you'll be visiting, as well as guidelines to ensure your safety and minimize your impact on the gorillas and their habitat.
The trek itself can vary in duration and difficulty, as it depends on the location of the gorilla group, but it typically involves hiking through dense undergrowth, traversing steep terrain, and crossing streams. However, the effort is well worth it when you come face-to-face with these majestic creatures. Once you locate a gorilla family, you'll be allowed to spend a precious hour in their presence, observing their natural behaviors, interactions, and perhaps even witnessing the nurturing of young gorillas.
The experience of gorilla trekking in Uganda is not only about encountering these awe-inspiring primates but also about immersing yourself in the enchanting beauty of the African rainforest. The sights and sounds of the jungle, from colorful birdlife to other wildlife, create an unforgettable backdrop to your adventure. Additionally, the opportunity to learn about gorilla conservation and the local communities that share their habitat adds depth to this incredible journey.
Overall, gorilla trekking in Uganda promises a profound connection with one of our closest relatives in the animal kingdom, leaving you with indelible memories and a deep appreciation for the importance of preserving these endangered creatures and their ecosystems.