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Listed as one of the World’s Best Hotels in 2009 and 2011 by the influential Travel + Leisure magazine, the Singita Grumeti Reserves in Tanzania‘s very own Serengeti National Park is one of the World’s most amazing places to visit and stay. The area encompasses 400,000 acres of unrivalled wilderness and forms part of the famous migratory route, which is traversed by hundreds of thousands of animals every year. Situated on a rocky slope, basking in a dense habitat of abundant animal species and birdlife, Singita Grumeti Reserves lend a contemporary style signature to safari.

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Kilwa is an Islamic community on an island off the coast of East Africa, in present day Tanzania. It was the principal of about thirty-five ports of trade on the Indian Ocean, trading gold, ivory, iron and coconuts from southern Africa during the 11th through 16th centuries AD. The Great Mosque of Kilwa is the earliest remaining mosque structure on the East African coast. It was likely founded in the tenth century, but the two major stages of construction date to the eleventh or twelfth and thirteenth century, respectively. The mosque was built in two stages – the small, northern prayer hall, in the 11th century, and the southern enlargement in the 14th century.

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Look out over Lake Tanganyika, the lodge was built on a hilltop on the 110-acre Lupita Island, Tanzania. The resort features 14 exquisitely villas designed to blend with the local environment and offer spectacular lake and mountain views.

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Overlooking the crystal waters of the ocean, this resort is currently rated as one of the most exclusive 5 star hotels in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Diamonds Star of the East Zanzibar has 11 exquisite private villas each with a private pool and a  tropical garden. Offers an ultimate comfort, privacy and luxury, this is a perfect choice for your romantic vacation.

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Opened in June 2009, Bilila Lodge Kempinski is sets in the centre of the Serengeti National Park (Tanzania) in the vicinity of the great annual migration. The Lodge offers spectacular views of wildlife roaming over miles of bush and a high level of international standard comforts styled to fit in with its safari environment.

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The Tembo House Hotel is situated in the heart of Stone Town of Zanzibar at the picturesque seafront. It is a splendid structure with the priceless Arab style carved door of the main entrance. The Tembo Hotel has a wide range of antique furniture and ornaments from all over the world. Sleep on a unique Swahili bed and enjoy wood carved furniture from India, Africa and different corners of the orient.

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Nduara Loliondo was designed with Mongolian yurts to celebrate nomadic cultures around the world. The outcome is the most amazing camp you will ever see. The camp sited along Loliondo community area which borders the Serengeti National Park, spending 6 months in the south, and then 6 months in the north. The landscape and game viewing is spectacular, with lots of resident game and stunning private campsites which highlight the beauty and amazing diversity of this area.

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Swala is sited in a coppice of majestic acacia trees at the edge of the Gurusi wetlands and the unfurling savannah beyond. The stands of ancient baobab trees, large family herds of elephants, prolific bird life and dry season concentrations of wildlife make Tarangire the classic of Africa. This picturesque hideaway is exclusive in the south western corner of Tarangire National Park, affording guests private game viewing, wilderness luxury, and a privileged glimpse of an Africa.

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Selous Safari Camp is a classic luxury tented camp located on the banks of Lake Nzerakera in the most prolific and thrilling game viewing area of the Selous. The 9-tent camp is spread along the lake shore and has its own sitting, dining area, and swimming pool, providing a very personal and intimate safari experience. The nearby Selous Private Camp is linked to Selous Safari Camp.

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The Serengeti Sopa Lodge is sited on the edge of the escarpment overlooking the plains of the south-western Serengeti National Park. A wide range of activities can be done in close proximity to the lodge, thanks to the year-round water and surrounding acacia woodland.

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