Set on a private wildlife concession between Tarangire and Lake Manyara national parks
Chem Chem Lodge lies within one of Tanzania’s most important wildlife corridors, connecting Tarangire and Lake Manyara national park. Stunning landscapes of ancient baobabs, open savannah and dense acacia woodland are home to rich varieties and numbers of wildlife. This exclusive area is also home to Little Chem Chem and Forest Chem Chem.
Built from stone, canvas and thatch Chem Chem Lodge blends into the landscape, nestling in the shade of palms and acacias. There are 7 spacious tented guest suites and one family suite, central dining, lounge and bar areas, a gym shop and sparkling outdoor swimming pool.
Lodge guests have a wide range of experiences to choose from during their stay, with private game drives, walks, bush picnics, bush dinners and more. There are also a range of authentic cultural interactions on offer, from local school visits to walking or running with the Maasai. Other optional activities include hot air balloon or helicopter safaris over the wilderness.
Lodge Details
- Experience true wilderness in an exclusive wildlife management area
- Connect with the wild in a tranquil, immersive environment
- An all- inclusive stay with private vehicle, guide and unlimited game drives
- All meals and drinks included
- Enjoy signature experiences like meeting the Maasai
- Find rare ‘Big Tuskers’ – elephants whose tusks are so long they near the ground
- Visit Barabaig cattle herders for a window into their culture
- Your stay makes a positive contribution to the local communities and wildlife
- Transfers to and from the airstrip included
- Balloon safaris available at extra cost (not included)
- 7 tented suites with en suite bathrooms
- 1 spacious family unit with en suite bathrooms
- Private verandah, reading nook
- Indoor and outdoor showers
- Air conditioning | Fans | Coffee machine | Mini fridge | Mosquito nets | In-room safe | Hairdryer | Telephone
- Central lodge with bar, dining and lounge areas
- Swimming pool at main lodge
- Fully-equipped gym
- Spa
- Safari boutique
- Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the main areas and all suites
- Unfenced, with 24-hour ‘Askari’ guards on patrol
- No disabled access
- Children aged 4 and older are welcome
- Suites accommodate up to 3 guests
- Children under 15 are required to share with an adult; a single bed can be arranged for children up to 15 years old (subject to availability; prior booking required)
- The family unit (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) can accommodate up to 3 children and 2 adults
- Guests aged 16 and over occupy their own rooms at adult rates
- All children must be accompanied by parents/guardians on all safari activities
- If the lodge is hired exclusively, children of all ages are welcome
- Exciting morning and afternoon game drives
- Boat excursions (water level dependent)
- Birdwatching
- Silent Walk
- Run with the Maasai
* Some activities at extra cost
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is the primary gateway to the region and is served by major international airlines including Air France, KLM, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Edelweiss Air and Ethiopian Airlines, with easy connections via Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Doha, Istanbul and key European hubs
- Chem Chem’s private airstrip is accessible through all scheduled local carriers flying from Arusha
- The airstrip is a ± 15-minute game drive transfer from the lodge (arrival and departure transfers are included)
- The lodge is open year-round, with the exception of a short break from early April to mid-May
- Helipad is a 2-minute drive from the Lodge
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