11 Jan 2014
Leading Africa specialist tour operator, Africa Rose Travel, is proud to introduce an exciting new eco camp to complete a stunning Northern Tanzania bush safari circuit. Owned by renowned Tanzanian camp operators, Nomad Tanzania, Kuro camp is launching in June 2014 in time for the best season to enjoy the incredible wildlife of Tarangire National Park.
Akin to the other Northern Tanzania Nomad properties, the camp is in touch with nature and has been created to leave the lightest footprint. At the culmination of each season the camp moves, leaving only the trees and birds and animals, as if it was never there.
Its eco roots does not mean however that the camp compromises on comfort. It includes six light and stylish safari tents complete with comfortable beds, en-suite bucket shower and flushing eco-toilets. Guests gather to share meals and relax under the cool grass thatch of the open-sided lounge and dining area which is furnished with hides and canvas, brought to life with a touch of colourful and tactile textiles - stylish yet subtle.
What makes Kuro even more special is its location in the park giving guests close access to the Silale Swamp area which attracts lots of elephant. The camp itself is set amid a grove of Acacia and Kigelia trees on the Tarangire River, a corridor for wildlife moving through the park which can mean, you might get to see one of the huge herds of buffalo moving between the hills to the west and the riverbed. The birdlife in Tarangire is impressive too, with 550 species having been recorded, and the largest number of breeding species of anywhere in the world.
Tarangire is a fabulous launch pad for a safari into Northern Tanzania. It's relatively easy to get to yet it has the authentic rawness of a true safari destination. Less well known than its big brother, the Serengeti, Tarangire boasts the next greatest concentration of wildlife after that magnificent area. The herds of elephant and buffalo are surprisingly big here, often numbering in the hundreds. There is also a great variety of plains game including giraffe, eland, impala and zebra to name but a few. Of course, this also makes for perfect cat territory where guests can quietly observe large prides of healthy looking lion and perhaps even see a few leopard, which have been spotted in the area.
The new Kuro camp can be combined with two other mobile eco bush camps offered by Africa Rose Travel in the Northern Tanzania area, Lemala located on the far quieter side of the Ngorongoro Crater and Nomad Serengeti located overlooking the great plains of the mighty Serengeti eco-system. All three properties make an incredible diverse three point bush safari experience appealing to people keen to experience the real Tanzania. To top off this experience for the duration of a stay in Tanzania, guests will be accompanied by their own private guide. Famed for their expert guides, Nomad will provide one of their specialist wildlife experts to ensure travellers get the most out of every minute of their adventure.
Suggested itinerary:
THE 'REAL' NORTHERN TANZANIA:
3 x nights Kuro camp - all inclusive·
2 x nights Ngorongoro Lemala camp - all inclusive·
3 x nights Serengeti Safari Camp - all inclusive
From £3,962 per person ex flights but including ALL private internal arrangements (price varies depending on time of year). International flights from £750 per person (subject to change). Prices include a private Nomad-Tanzania guide throughout your trip. For more information and to book, visit www.africarosetravel.com or call 01666 880 111
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Notes to editor
Africa Rose Travel Ltd founder, Rose Hipwood has lived in and out of Africa for many years, so developing a deep knowledge of each and every remote corner of this impressive continent. Rose passionately believes that bespoke holidays are made special by the people involved, the unique locations of the lodges, and the intimate and personal nature of each trip - it is with this ethos that Rose and her dedicated team plan seamless holidays for discerning clients wanting something out of this world.
With years of experience in tailor made tourism, and further years spent on the ground in Africa, Rose set up the company in 2010 to offer truly 24 hour personal service, safaris which go the extra mile and take clients into new territory with the right people at the right time, and imaginative itineraries.
Africa Rose Travel believes a safari is not complete by simply taking game drives, but clients must have the option to walk, fly camp, take boat safaris and much more. The company has a team based in offices in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana and South Africa, and Rose manages the office in England, meaning that they are always on top of current lodges and new developments in Africa.
Africa Rose Travel is fully insured against tour operators liability risks in accordance with the Package Travel Regulations 1992. Africa Rose Travel is also fully bonded under the CAA's (Civil Aviation Authority) ATOL scheme (license number 10327), which covers all clients who book their holiday and flights through the company.