Sanctuary Swala is located in an exceptionally secluded and private area of Tarangire National Park, offering visitors a luxurious and very exclusive safari experience.
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. The Park is also home to large herds of zebra and wildebeest, and kudu with their immense spiral horns. The shy oryx can also be found here, and the expert driver-guides can get visitors close to the herds without disturbing them. Other wildlife include giraffe, lion and cheetah, and if you are lucky, you may find one of the many leopards that rest by day in the shady trees.
Picnic lunches can be arranged so you can enjoy a full day drive in the Park, or you can choose to return to the camp for a delicious lunch served on the deck overlooking the well-frequented water hole which regularly attracts lions, antelope and elephants. Night drive safaris can also be arranged.
Twelve tents surround the main dining area, deck and library which are lifted on stilts around an enormous and ancient baobab tree. There is also a small infinity swimming pool.
Each of the luxurious canvas tents are shaded by tall acacia trees and all have views of the water hole. The tents are exquisitely furnished with traditional materials, and feature a spacious open plan arrangement with comfortable king or twin beds, campaign chairs and plush sofas, as well as an en-suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor shower. Each tent also has its own personal attendant who will attend to your every need.
Rates Include
Full Board Package: Tarangire Park fees; all meals; drinks (except premium brands); and a laundry service are included. Game drives are taken with your private driver-guide.
Game Package: Tarangire Park fees; all meals; drinks (except premium brands); shared game-viewing activities with a Sanctuary Swala guide; a laundry service; and airstrip transfers are included.
Children Policy
Children aged 5 years and older are welcome. Children aged 15 years and younger are required to share with an adult due to safety reasons.
General Information For Guests
The Tarangire National Park is 115 kilometres from Arusha and the camp itself is another 67 kilometres into the Park. Flying time from Arusha is approximately 25 minutes to the Kuro Airstrip (then a 30 minute drive to the camp).
Each tent has a private deck and an en-suite bathroom with indoor and outdoor shower, and features a spacious open plan arrangement with comfortable king or twin beds, campaign chairs and plush sofas. A hair dryer, ceiling fan, in room safe and mosquito nets are available in all tents.
The main area has a large viewing deck, camp fire, library and a dining area, all of which are lifted on stilts and set around an ancient baobab tree.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the main area and in all guests’ tents.
Activities that are available include game drives, bush breakfasts, picnics and dinners.
Activities that are available at an additional cost include game drives at night (maximum 5 people and canoe safari on Lake Gursi.
Sanctuary Swala has been renovated to the highest eco- friendly standards and has a particularly low carbon footprint.
On a visit to the village, meet the local people and learn about the beekeeping project and other community projects that provide valuable income to them.
Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards are accepted.
