Rustic Luxury Honeymoon - Southern Circuit & Private Island
Swahili Mainland Coast - Selous Game Reserve - Ruaha National Park - Fanjove Island
1 3 Days
Begin this once in a lifetime honeymoon journey on the Swahili mainland coast, relaxing in a private plunge pool or walking through the coastal forest between spa treatments. Venture to the remote southern Selous Game Reserve and Ruaha National Park for an adventure through the bush, in an open-sided safari vehicle, boat or on foot. The journey continues on an idyllic private island teaming with biodiverse marine life. All of the lodges and camps are small and exclusive, ensuring personalised service, privacy and exceptional standards.
Day 1-3 Ras Kutani Beach - Swahili Coast (2 Nights, Suite All-in)
After landing in the international airport of Dar Es Salaam, you will be picked up by car and driven to the remote coastal property Ras Kutani, about a 2-hour drive south of the city.
Located on the coast of Tanzania, this is the only mainland coastal property we recommend for our clients. On a seemingly endless tranquil stretch of beach with bright white sand and crystal-clear waters, guests may come across children or fisherman from the local village on their way out for the day. The lodges' unique adjoining coastal forest and adjacent freshwater lagoon create an exotic and mesmerising landscape in which to relax after a long journey. With only 9 beautifully appointed cottages, 4 luxurious hillside suites and one family unit, this barefoot chic lodge is small and intimate, offering personalised service, wonderfully fresh seafood and a long list of cocktails to explore. You will be staying in a hillside suite, offering far reaching views of the forest and sea, equipped with a romantic private plunge pool and outdoor lounge area. The secluded suites are spacious and elegantly furnished with white washed walls and thatch palm leaf floor matting, boasting large beds and ensuite bathrooms. Snorkelling at the ship wreck a short distance down the beach, exploring the tropical coast forest on foot, kayaking or enjoying spa treatments are wonderful ways to pass the time!
Activities offered: Snorkelling, Spa Treatments, Beach & Coastal Forest Walks, Kayaking, Village Trips
Located on the coast of Tanzania, this is the only mainland coastal property we recommend for our clients. On a seemingly endless tranquil stretch of beach with bright white sand and crystal-clear waters, guests may come across children or fisherman from the local village on their way out for the day. The lodges' unique adjoining coastal forest and adjacent freshwater lagoon create an exotic and mesmerising landscape in which to relax after a long journey. With only 9 beautifully appointed cottages, 4 luxurious hillside suites and one family unit, this barefoot chic lodge is small and intimate, offering personalised service, wonderfully fresh seafood and a long list of cocktails to explore. You will be staying in a hillside suite, offering far reaching views of the forest and sea, equipped with a romantic private plunge pool and outdoor lounge area. The secluded suites are spacious and elegantly furnished with white washed walls and thatch palm leaf floor matting, boasting large beds and ensuite bathrooms. Snorkelling at the ship wreck a short distance down the beach, exploring the tropical coast forest on foot, kayaking or enjoying spa treatments are wonderful ways to pass the time!
Activities offered: Snorkelling, Spa Treatments, Beach & Coastal Forest Walks, Kayaking, Village Trips
Day 3-6 Jongomero Camp - Ruaha National Park (3 Nights, All-in)
After an early breakfast, catch your 10-minute charter flight from Ras Kutani to Dar Es Salaam. From Dar Es Salaam, you will take a scheduled light aircraft flight to Ruaha National Park. At the airstrip, a guide will pick you up and drive you to the lodge, the safari begins from the moment you land!
This is the only lodge located in the South-Eastern part of Ruaha National Park, making it the epitome of a wild remote bush experience with an old-world safari feel. The lodge itself is situated on the Jongomero river which only flows for part of the year and otherwise serves as a clear pathway for animals to cross that can be viewed from the swimming pool, main area and all 8 of the tents. Built from wood and thatched palm leaves, with canvas lining, the tents are spacious and elegant, offering privacy and comfort within traditional surroundings. All of which boast dhow wood beds, large ensuites, and charming raised verandas. Elephants and lions wandering alongside the camp are a regular occurrence, so much so, that many of the ‘regulars’ are named and known by the staff. Jongomero offers rustic luxury with personalised attentive service, excellent dining and hosting!
Included in this special journey will be one night Fly camping (depending on the season) in Ruaha National Park. Fly camping provides guests the opportunity to become completely immersed in the bush, spending days on foot exploring, and nights by the fire regaling tales of safari adventures or star gazing. Fly camping is the term for a temporary camp site set up in the bush that can be quickly erected and removed in order to ensure the best game viewing locations. The tents are temporary but what they lack in luxury they make up for in providing an authentic bush experience. Dinner is cooked on the fire and served communally so guests can chat with one other and the knowledgeable guides accompanying them.
Activities Offered: Game Drives, Walking Safaris, Fly Camping
This is the only lodge located in the South-Eastern part of Ruaha National Park, making it the epitome of a wild remote bush experience with an old-world safari feel. The lodge itself is situated on the Jongomero river which only flows for part of the year and otherwise serves as a clear pathway for animals to cross that can be viewed from the swimming pool, main area and all 8 of the tents. Built from wood and thatched palm leaves, with canvas lining, the tents are spacious and elegant, offering privacy and comfort within traditional surroundings. All of which boast dhow wood beds, large ensuites, and charming raised verandas. Elephants and lions wandering alongside the camp are a regular occurrence, so much so, that many of the ‘regulars’ are named and known by the staff. Jongomero offers rustic luxury with personalised attentive service, excellent dining and hosting!
Included in this special journey will be one night Fly camping (depending on the season) in Ruaha National Park. Fly camping provides guests the opportunity to become completely immersed in the bush, spending days on foot exploring, and nights by the fire regaling tales of safari adventures or star gazing. Fly camping is the term for a temporary camp site set up in the bush that can be quickly erected and removed in order to ensure the best game viewing locations. The tents are temporary but what they lack in luxury they make up for in providing an authentic bush experience. Dinner is cooked on the fire and served communally so guests can chat with one other and the knowledgeable guides accompanying them.
Activities Offered: Game Drives, Walking Safaris, Fly Camping
Day 6-9 Siwandu Camp - Selous Game Reserve (3 Nights, All-in)
After a leisurely breakfast at Jongomero, a guide will drive you to the airstrip for a scheduled flight by light aircraft from Ruaha, landing at the Siwandu airstrip located in the remote Selous Game Reserve. A guide will welcome you at the airstrip and bring you to the camp, alongside the lake.
Siwandu is a stunning lodge situated on Lake Nzerakera in Selous Game Reserve. Owned by Selous Safari Company, the attention to detail, personal touches and service of this lodge make it stand out among its competitors. As with its sister properties, Ras Kutani, Fanjove and Jongomero, Siwandu is an ideal camp for those seeking a high level of comfort and luxury but not at the expense of an authentic wilderness experience. Siwandu is reminiscent of an old world safari era and offers an impressive range of activities, a highlight of which being the marvellous boat safaris across the adjacent lake. The tents offer magnificent views of the lake beyond from their spacious private verandas, all of which are tastefully furnished, with large ensuites, and exceptional outdoor showers.
Activities Offered: Driving safaris, Walking Safaris, Boat Safaris
Siwandu is a stunning lodge situated on Lake Nzerakera in Selous Game Reserve. Owned by Selous Safari Company, the attention to detail, personal touches and service of this lodge make it stand out among its competitors. As with its sister properties, Ras Kutani, Fanjove and Jongomero, Siwandu is an ideal camp for those seeking a high level of comfort and luxury but not at the expense of an authentic wilderness experience. Siwandu is reminiscent of an old world safari era and offers an impressive range of activities, a highlight of which being the marvellous boat safaris across the adjacent lake. The tents offer magnificent views of the lake beyond from their spacious private verandas, all of which are tastefully furnished, with large ensuites, and exceptional outdoor showers.
Activities Offered: Driving safaris, Walking Safaris, Boat Safaris
Day 9-13 Fanjove Private Island (4 Nights, All-In)
After an early breakfast, a guide will transfer you to the airstrip of Selous Lower for your flight to Songo-Songo. Followed by a rustic local vehicle drive and a scenic boat ride to the private island.
This barefoot chic lodge comprises of the main area and 6 spacious eco-bandas (meaning ‘hut’ in Swahili) spread out along the beach, allowing you to enjoy the sensation of being alone on a deserted tropical island. Each banda is equipped with an ensuite, raised balcony and includes direct private beach access. All offer rustic interiors using natural materials which enhance the cast away ambiance of this lodge. The main lodge area is simple but in keeping with the eco-friendly low impact approach of the owners, with an open style ‘makuti’, or palm leaf thatched roof, sand floors and a small bar with a separate raised dining area. The service here is wonderful and as expected the fresh seafood on offer is spectacular. Dining centers upon fusion cuisine which reflects the multicultural heritage of the region and its' numerous influences. The simple but friendly communal area provides the perfect location, after a day of leisure, to enjoy the company of fellow guests if desired and to watch the stunning sunsets while sipping a cocktail or local beer.
The waters are inhabited by an enormous diversity of marine life and the lodge offers a wide variety of activities for guests to explore this unique ecosystem.
Activities Offered: Diving/Snorkelling, Dolphin Excursions, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Nature Trails, Fishing, Sand Bank Excursions
This barefoot chic lodge comprises of the main area and 6 spacious eco-bandas (meaning ‘hut’ in Swahili) spread out along the beach, allowing you to enjoy the sensation of being alone on a deserted tropical island. Each banda is equipped with an ensuite, raised balcony and includes direct private beach access. All offer rustic interiors using natural materials which enhance the cast away ambiance of this lodge. The main lodge area is simple but in keeping with the eco-friendly low impact approach of the owners, with an open style ‘makuti’, or palm leaf thatched roof, sand floors and a small bar with a separate raised dining area. The service here is wonderful and as expected the fresh seafood on offer is spectacular. Dining centers upon fusion cuisine which reflects the multicultural heritage of the region and its' numerous influences. The simple but friendly communal area provides the perfect location, after a day of leisure, to enjoy the company of fellow guests if desired and to watch the stunning sunsets while sipping a cocktail or local beer.
The waters are inhabited by an enormous diversity of marine life and the lodge offers a wide variety of activities for guests to explore this unique ecosystem.
Activities Offered: Diving/Snorkelling, Dolphin Excursions, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Nature Trails, Fishing, Sand Bank Excursions
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Prices
Price per person (based upon 2 pax sharing) FROM: 7,128.00 EUR