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All you need to know

Intro
Sanctuary Swala is located in a secluded area of Tarangire National Park, one of the most exciting and least visited parks in the country.
Highlights
•Located in an exclusive pocket of Tarangire National Park •Tripadvisor guest reviews voted Sanctuary Swala as No. 1 out of 18 lodges and camps in the Tarangire National Park •Variety of activities include morning and evening game drives, walking and night game drives •An infinity swimming pool overlooking a water hole frequented by game •Sundowners, bush dinners and picnics •An opportunity to visit Sanctuary Retreats Philanthropy Projects including Mwika beekeeping project
Need To Know
Rates include: Accommodation, all meals and drinks (except premium brands), game-viewing activities, laundry and airstrip transfers in Tarangire. Rates exclude: Domestic flights and park fees. Health: We advise all travellers to take precautions against malaria and we recommend speaking with your GP or personal physician four to six weeks before departure.
Safaris
Tarangire is famed for its large concentrations of elephant and spectacular baobabs of every shape and colour. The river is the park's lifeline and attracts much of the game to its banks. You may also find some of the many leopard that rest by day in the shady trees. The park is also home to kudu with their immense spiral horns, and oryx with their equally lengthy rapier horns. These shy, show-stopping antelope are common in Tarangire, where Sanctuary's expert driver-guides can get visitors close to the herds without disturbing them. The low volume of visitors to the park offers a truly unique and private experience and our customised open safari vehicles offer unobstructed viewing and great photography opportunities. Tarangire is famed for its large concentrations of elephant and spectacular baobabs of every shape and colour. The river is the park's lifeline and attracts much of the game to its banks. You may also find some of the many leopard that rest by day in the shady trees. The park is also home to kudu with their immense spiral horns, and oryx with their equally lengthy rapier horns. These shy, show-stopping antelope are common in Tarangire, where Sanctuary's expert driver-guides can get visitors close to the herds without disturbing them. The low volume of visitors to the park offers a truly unique and private experience and our customised open safari vehicles offer unobstructed viewing and great photography opportunities.
Wildlife
Tarangire is famous for its large herds of elephants that congregate under the spectacular baobab trees for which the park is known. It also attracts an abundance of zebra, and is home to kudu with their immense spiral horns as well as oryx with their lengthy rapier horns. Also in great abundance are impala, giraffe, buffalo, lion, and leopard.

Quick Facts

Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms)
Average Stay
2-3 nights
Average Price
2014 rates: Per person per night sharing, in USD from $591.
Child Policy
We welcome all children aged 12 and above at Sanctuary Swala •Adults have to share rooms with children should they be below 15 years of age •Children 12 and above are charged the applicable adult rate •One triple per camp per night •Children 16 years and older allowed on walking safaris
Accommodation
Each of the twelve canvas pavilions is shaded by tall acacia trees and all are within sight of the well frequented water hole. They are unashamedly luxurious and exquisitely furnished but still close enough to nature to permit an exciting night under canvas. The tents feature a spacious open plan arrangement with comfortable king or twin beds, campaign chairs and plush sofas and boasts an en-suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor shower for that extra bit of luxury. Sip cocktails or enjoy scrumptious dinners on your own private veranda and watch the waterhole which regularly draws lions, leopards and resident bull elephants while your own personal attendant caters for your every need.
Accolades
Conde Nast Traveler 2010 Hot List Tripadvisor 2013 Certificate of Excellence
Season
Closed April and May
Region
Africa
Safari Operators
Safari Lodge (less than 20 rooms)

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