The African Embassy Safaris - Tanzania

In front of me were two roads I chose the one less traveled And that exactly made all the difference..." Robert Frost About the African Embassy Safaris operating out of the Hatari Lodge: Nestled like a jewel at the base of majestic Mount Kilimanjaro lies a place of adventure and romance – Hatari. Silverscreen glamour, the farm of Hardy Kruger… located at the outskirts of Arusha National Park, far out in the African Savannah, for Jörg, Marlies and Donyo Gabriel it is a dream-come-true – or: simply home! By combining their professional backgrounds and unique talents, the Gabriels have diligently restored Hatari to its legendary glory.

In 2004, they created a unique and sophisticated luxury lodge, in which every room has been personally designed and decorated to reflect the distinct style and history of Hatari. Here the idyllic setting goes with the rich history of the place and ecological awareness to create a unique atmosphere that is sure to enthrall every safari enthusiast.

A network of different projects, created by Marlies and Jörg together, intends to make the Momella region a sustainable environment for its people and natural resources. From here you venture with the professional service of “The African Embassy Safaris" on our various Safari “Hoppers” into Tanzania… and beyond! From lush green mountain rainforests surrounding craters, lakes and countless hills to the wide and open spaces of steppes and savannas, from acacia woodlands to lowland coastal forests, rivers and the turquoise colored Indian Ocean, USL “Hoppers” include safaris in all parts of Africa, by flight, jeep, boat and on foot.

We explore the unexplored – no well-trodden paths, no famous national parks; we do not follow the deep-rutted tracks of minibuses and Land Rovers and completely avoid big hotel chains with their impersonal atmosphere – our guests stay at unique, independent and privately owned camps and lodges. All our TAE Safari “Hoppers” include a stay at our fabulous Hatari Lodge and our exclusive Shu’mata Camp, where you will be able to have a closer look at some of the diverse projects of our MomellaFoundation.

About the Hatari Lodge: The Lodge is situated at the northern edge of Arusha National Park - the long forgotten secret - in the heart of Tanzania. Measuring roughly 300 square kilometres it combines within its boundaries the vast variety of many other parks in northern Tanzania: craters, lakes, savannah, plains and Africa’s 4th highest mountain! Now a ‘luxury bush hotel’ the lodge consists of three buildings beautifully situated in acacia woodland allowing breathtaking views onto the Momella meadow, rich with wildlife and across to the majestic Kilimanjaro.

Hatari offers nine comfortably furnished rooms, each with an open fireplace and a spacious bathroom. Every room has been lovingly furnished and decorated in a modern retro style. Giving tribute to the 60’s and 70’s – the era of ‘Hatari!’ The “Hatari Experience” can be enjoyed in many different ways.

Close encounters with wildlife on our game drives or the experience of the rich and diverse flora and fauna on a guided walk; An adventurous canoe trip or simply let the resident buffalo, giraffe and plenty other animals come to you as you relax on our game viewing platform. About Shu'mata Camp - part of the "Hatari"! experience: The Camp is located at the foot of Kilimanjaro, deep in Maasai land, in an area known as South Amboseli. Large East African tents, in true Hemingway style, line on a hill from which magnificent views lead in all directions. At the front of the camp bush savannah melts into the slopes of Kilimanjaro, towering above into the blue skies of Africa. So close that on a moonlit night details of the glaciers can be visible. Seasonally the surrounding savannah bush teems with wildlife - large herds of elephant, eland, zebra and wildebeest and Oryx as well as Grants and Thompson Gazelle. Six comfortable safari tents in the true Hemingway style. All with en-suite bathrooms, toilet, shower in colourful decorations of Maasai Art.

Each tent has its own veranda with up-lifting views. Outside, under the great African sky the open fireplace adds a true feeling of adventure and safari romance. A Hemingway whiskey blends in perfectly with the sounds of crickets, barking zebra and the distant roar of a lion. Shu'mata - dedicated to Amboseli's elephants: The elephants of Amboseli have a legendary story. This barren land, scattered with `islands´ of old acacia forest and seasonal swamps flank the pans of the `embosel´ ecosystem which stretches to the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.

It is this region, away from the busy tourism areas of northern Tanzania, where the elder elephants retreat to live out their final years – in peace and harmony and away from the madding crowds. On foot with Maasai warriors or in open-top game-drive vehicles we get within meters of Africa’s largest mammals. Timeless moments. Sensing the great peace and beauty of these magnificent creatures and calmly sharing the habitat with the Maasai and their cattle. A true and original part of Africa.

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood, And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth. Then took the other, as just as fair, And having perhaps the better claim, Because it was grassy and wanted wear; Though as for that the passing there Had worn them really about the same. And both that morning equally lay In leaves no step had trodden black.

Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how way leads on to way, I doubted if I should ever come back. I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I – I took the one less travelled by, And that has made all the difference.

PO Box 3171
Momella
Arusha National Park
Tanzania

Phone: +255 (0) 27 255 3456 
Fax: +255 (0) 27 255 3458 
Email: marlies@theafricanembassy.com 
Website: http://www.theafricanembassy.com