A TALE OF TWO SAFARIS
Tanzania
RECONNECT
A tale of two safaris
Tanzania
RECONNECT
It’s an intentional approach to safari stays that sets this pairing apart from the rest. Beginning by slowing the pace in a rather extravagant amount of space – lodges are located with nature as your only neighbour – Chem Chem invites guests to quite simply take their time. A backdrop of the towering Rift Valley Escarpment flows down to views of open plains and the shores of Lake Manyara here, where a design realised in canvas, thatch and stone assimilates the lodge into its surroundings. When you do decide to venture out beyond the shade of palm and acacia trees, there’s a wildlife corridor awaiting to be explored.
Space and seclusion similarly translate to a second private concession, where Mwiba Lodge stands proud protector of Arugusinyai River gorge from its lofty heights. Copper and hand-carved wood are where interiors differ, but the offer of a private guide and game drive maps onto a new location in an equally languid manner. Shared with tribal communities and the Friedkin Conservation Fund, an appreciation for the natural world is solidified here with the understanding of how it’s protected – and even the opportunity to sleep out under the stars.
Something special An extremely rare sight across the length and breadth of Africa, Big Tusker Elephants are truly something to behold. With tusks long enough to just miss the ground, there are only a handful of these particular gentle giants in the wild. Thanks to conservation efforts close to Chem Chem Lodge, guests can observe their larger-than-life stature free from crowds; there’s no need to rush watching these majestic creatures meandering through the Tanzanian wilderness.
We recommend Handpicking these luxury lodges to pair made perfect sense to us; immersed in the natural landscape of northern Tanzania, undisturbed access to nature thanks to each private concession means slowing a safari schedule couldn’t be more encouraged. But though the two are mirrored in a laissez-faire lifestyle, moving from one to the other offers an added element of variety. Connecting with tribal neighbours from the Maasai and Barabaig, Hadzabe and Datogais add alternative perspectives too, allowing guests to find that mother nature has provided everything we needed all along.
Extraordinary experiences
Our hand-picked well-being activities to make the most of your stay at Chem Chem and Mwiba Lodge...
Walk among the Hadzabe tribe Among the last hunter gatherer tribes in the world, guests are welcomed to spend a morning walking in the footsteps of the Hadzabe tribe. Living off the land and leaving no trace, see how the tribe continue to navigate the wilderness they call home. Trusting age-old methods in contrast to the modernisation we’ve become so accustomed to, it’s their deep connection to nature that’s so captivating here.
Soar above a scenic landscape Those that relish an exhilarating opportunity will find their wishes granted in a helicopter ride that takes to the skies over Tanzania. Peer over the landscape below, taking in awe-inspiring scenery and national parks from above. The sheer scope of mother nature’s grandeur will be on full display when spotting Mount Kilimanjaro and the great Rift Valley, formed when tectonic plates in the earth’s crust move apart.
Look to the skies for a nighttime safari As a dark blanket covers the sky for the night, make the most of the minimal light pollution, turning your eyes upwards to the stars. Accompanied by an expert, pick out the southern hemisphere’s constellations twinkling above, trace the arc of the Milky Way, and enjoy a sense of awe in reconnecting to your place on planet earth in the vastness of space.
Guide price*
From £15,620 per person for 8 nights based on a booking of 2 adults departing 01 Nov 2026.
Price correct at time of publishing, June 2026.
Included in your trip:
- Economy Class international flights from London Heathrow to Kilimanjaro International Airport via Doha with Qatar Airways
- Economy Class internal flights with Miracle Air Schedule and airstrip transfers
- Accommodating guests for 4 nights in a Double Luxury Tent at Chem Chem Lodge on a full board basis, followed by 4 nights in a Double Tented Suite at Mwiba Lodge on a full board basis
- Airside departure service at London Heathrow Airport including greeting, check-in and baggage assistance, fast-track security, 3-hour departure lounge relaxation and escorting to the departure gate