Tanzania Safari Blog with Tanzania Odyssey

July 16, 2010

Following response from ATTA members operating in Mozambique, Rani Resorts and Mozambique Voyages, we can confirm the following.

Filed under: Beaches,Tanzania Safari — Tanzania Odyssey @ 4:14 pm

The Mozambican Government has announced an increase in visa fees for tourists to Mozambique with immediate effect. This comes as a result of the introduction of the biometric system – currently enforced at Maputo
(Malavane) Airport and the Komatipoort border. The cost of the visas has increased to US$ 82.00 per person, however, at only these 2 points of entry at this time.

The increase apparently kicked in on the 6th of July when tourists obtaining visas at the Mozambique borders were charged USD 82 pp (or the USD equivalent of ZAR 600 based on that days exchange rate).

A representative from INATUR (the Mozambique tourism board) confirmed they were also taken by surprise as nothing had been communicated to anyone before the price change. She also reconfirmed the increase of border visas and said it was a permanent increase.

It appears the increase is currently only applicable at some borders. Most airports are still working on between USD 25 and USD 30 pp as they don’t yet have the technology required for the new visas.

It is however confirmed that the remainder of the country will follow suit – dates of implementation to be advised.

European embassies and consulates have also advised no increase on their current rates so its better for clients to obtain their visas in advance if at all possible

For detailed information about Tanzania and Zanzibar please look at our site – www.tanzaniaodyssey.com, and click here for information about a Tanzania safari.

To view videos of the country and the various lodges please see our Video Console

Or for advice / quotes or anything else please call us in London on 44 (2) 7471 8780 or in the USA on (toll free) 1-866 356 4691

July 15, 2010

News from Asilia….

Filed under: Beaches,Serengeti,Tanzania Safari,Zanzibar — Tags: — Tanzania Odyssey @ 10:20 am

We are extremely excited to announce an addition to the Asilia portfolio in Zanzibar. Situated alongside our Matemwe Lodge and Matemwe Retreat, the new luxury villa Matemwe Beach Retreat will be opening on August 1st 2010.

The Matemwe Beach Retreat consists of:
• 2 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• A beautiful mezzanine floor which can cater for 3 children / 2 adults
• a private pool surrounded by decking
• views overlooking the beach whilst remaining within the comfort and privacy of your luxury villa

Matemwe Beach Retreat has the same service offerings as Matemwe Retreat which means the villa is privately serviced with your own butler, bar service and much more. Please refer to the agent zone for a breakdown on the exact services offered at the Beach Retreat.

Rates are the same as Matemwe Retreat for 2 adults.
Please note that we charge 70% of the adult rate for the third and fourth adult joining.
Children will be charged at 50% of the adult rate (this only applies to children aged 12 and below)
For the rate sheet and more information please log onto the agent zone and click on Matemwe or email us: marketing@asiliaafrica.com.

Due to popular demand we have worked on a new honeymoon package for Matemwe Main Lodge and Matemwe Retreat for 2011. The package is based on a minimum of 3 nights stay and includes a complimentary private beach dinner, half a day snorkelling excursion, 2 massages for the bride and groom, flowers in the room and a village/ reef walk. For more information please log onto the agent zone and click on Matemwe or email us and we will be happy to send you more information: marketing@asiliaafrica.com

NEWSFLASH:
Kogatende Airstrip has now re-opened and scheduled flights are arriving back into Kogatende for Sayari Camp and Olakira Camp arrivals

Oliver’s Camp guests have had their first sightings of the endangered wild dog this season in the Kuro area of the Tarangire National Park.

Olakira as well as Dunia Camp guests were lucky to see Black Rhino.

Olakira as well Sayari Camp guests witnessed the famous river crossings in the past weeks.

We are happy to have some new Asilia staff members, for your reference please see our camp managers for our properties listed below:
Sayari Camp: Barbara and Joe together with Simon
Olakira Camp: Pascal
Dunia Camp: Peter
Oliver’s Camp: Salim, Markus and Niccy
Matemwe: Sabine & Ingo with Dorette
Matemwe Retreats: Wendy

For detailed information about Tanzania and Zanzibar please look at our site – www.tanzaniaodyssey.com, and click here for information about a Tanzania safari.

To view videos of the country and the various lodges please see our Video Console

Or for advice / quotes or anything else please call us in London on 44 (2) 7471 8780 or in the USA on (toll free) 1-866 356 4691

July 13, 2010

Opening season news from The Selous Safari Company

Filed under: Tanzania Safari,The Selous — Tags: , , — Tanzania Odyssey @ 8:42 am

Selous Safari Camp

Whilst it may seem strange to say, the Selous Safari Camp actually benefitted from the global financial
crisis last season as it gave us the opportunity to carry out a complete refurbishment, including
brand new en-suite open air ‘star’ showers, which look truly stunning.
The management team is a mixture of new and familiar faces. Jenny has been promoted to Camp Manager, she will be ably helped and supported by Emiel, who many of you will know from the past as the group relief manager. He has decided to plant some roots in the ground and is now full time in Selous, Lana, who joins us after a two year spell working in Zambia and finally, but no means the least, camp old timer Danny.

Jongomero Camp
After the drama’s of the kitchen fire on the 28th November last year, we managed to rebuild and reequip the kitchen in 21 days and welcome guests back on the 23rd December, just in time for
Christmas !
During the 2 months we were closed, the swimming pool and surrounding area were completely
rebuilt to a higher standard, but don’t worry, the pool still slopes slightly, so continues to be hippo
and guest friendly !
Molly and Noelle are back for the season, having had a two month break in which they travelled
7000kms by car, through various African countries.

Ras Kutani
Ras Kutani has enjoyed a good start to the season with some successful turtle hatchings already,
whilst the Lodge looks smart and fresh for the coming ten months.
Marc has joined us from South Africa as Lodge Manager and will have the pleasure of working with lodge veteran, Upendo and the new face of Sadick, who has worked in a number of Tanzanian camp and beach properties.

For detailed information about Tanzania and Zanzibar please look at our site – www.tanzaniaodyssey.com, and click here for information about a Tanzania safari.

To view videos of the country and the various lodges please see our Video Console

Or for advice / quotes or anything else please call us in London on 44 (2) 7471 8780 or in the USA on (toll free) 1-866 356 4691

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