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African Tulip Hotel in Arusha

Thursday, March 19th, 2009

African Tulip Tree
Originally uploaded by thepluginguy

African Tulip Hotel
Address: 44 / 1 Serengeti Road, Arusha, Tanzania
Phone: +255-27-2543004 /5

The African Tulip Hotel in Arusha is a new luxury boutique hotel. Situated in a garden setting and featuring a swimming pool, a lounge and a quality restaurant, the African Tulip Hotel is a great place to stay if you are traveling through Arusha.

Each of the 29 guest rooms and suites is decorated with unique African art and decor, making the African Tulip Hotel an authentic Tanzanian experience while providing the luxuries and amenities of a world-class hotel. Rooms at the African Tulip are provided with mini bars, hair dryers, Wi-Fi, phones, safes, TV’s, and ensuite bathrooms.

The Baobab Restaurant at the African Tulip Hotel offers both Tanzanian and international cuisine, and the chef prepares all the food with fresh, organic ingredients. After eating, you can relax in the Zanzibar Lounge, which is decorated in traditional Zanzibari style.

Photos of the African Tulip Hotel can be found on Flickr.


Best Tanzania Safari Company

Thursday, March 19th, 2009

Roy Safari

Roy Safari is one of the best Tanzania safari companies. Providing both safari and Kilimanjaro trekking provisions and guides, Roy Safari does a great job and provides good value for money.

Roy Safari guides are extremely knowledgeable about Tanzania, the wildlife, and Kilimanjaro. The staff is friendly and accommodating, and make your stay comfortable and enjoyable.


Best Tanzania Budget Safari Companies

Thursday, March 19th, 2009
There are a lot of tour companies offering budget safaris in Tanzania, but not all of them offer quality tours for the low prices they charge. There are a few diamonds in the rough, though, and they provide great service, guides, and food for budget prices.
Here are our two favorite budget safari companies in Tanzania:

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