Explore Exotic Family Friendly Tanzania in 2018


Discover a new family friendly destination for summer 2018, with a holiday to Tanzania’s unspoilt east coast. The perfect destination for guests of all ages, stay at The Tides Lodge (www.thetideslodge.com) or Mawimbi Villa (www.mawimbivilla.com) to experience unique immersion into a new culture and country.
Located just steps from Ushongo Beach, the idyllic oceanfront retreats of Mawimbi Villa and its neighbouring sister property The Tides Lodge allow guests to explore the pristine reefs of nearbyMaziwe Island Marine Reserve. The whole family can discover the incredible range of Tanzania’s marine life including sea turtles, dolphins and barracudas by learning to snorkel and scuba dive, with PADI accredited Kasa Divers. Glide across the beautiful Indian Ocean in a traditional dhow sailing boat, by kayak or the Tides Laser dingy sailboat.
All family members will open their eyes to a new culture. Whilst the younger ones play football with the local school children, the adults can discover the secret to the village elders’ great health. The whole family can come together to take part in a local cooking class or listen to the local choir harmonise to the backdrop of the ocean before dinner.
Located 50km away is the Saadani National Park, the only wildlife sanctuary in Tanzania to border the sea, offering children a memorable chance to see elephants, giraffes and hippos in their natural habitat. Pass pods of hippos and crocodiles basking in the sun boating up Wamu river, whilst pristine sandy beaches stretch north and south to the horizon. The Serengeti and Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, are in easy reach thanks to direct flights from The Tides Lodge and Mawimbi Villa’s own airstrip.
Mawimbi Villa offers a two-storey home away from home for families. Located on Ushongo Beach, on a secluded part of the coast, this fantastic property has recently been shortlisted for a prestigious Condé Nast Johansens Award and offers six generously-sized bedrooms and 5,000 sq ft of living space. The Indian Ocean beckons just steps away, with views across the turquoise water, while the private pool fringed by palm-trees is the perfect place for more laidback family members to unwind. Fully staffed with a butler and private chef, the experienced team take care of every need allowing parents to completely switch off, while tailored menus cater to child-friendly tastes at the same time as encouraging younger guests to try tempting local specialities.
A family of four (based on two adults and two children aged between 6 and 15 years old) can stay at The Tides Lodge from 390 USD per night (approximately £292) on a half board basis.
Take exclusive hire of Mawimbi Villa based on six people sharing from 1800 USD per night (approximately £1,349) on a full board basis. This includes bespoke menus, soft drinks, beers and house wine, road transfers to and from Pangani airstrip, complimentary wifi, Government Tourism Levy and VAT. For more information or to book please email [email protected], or call +255 713 325 182.
For further information please visit www.mawimbi.com and www.thetideslodge.com

