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Meet Brian, one of our travel experts for Tanzania.
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Brian has always nurtured his passion for travel in his spare time. He's traveled the world, visiting over 40 countries.
Over time, this passion grew to the point where he began to search for opportunities to work in the travel industry. He's been an African Specialist at Mango Safaris since early 2006.
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The Lodge Reception
The homely feel of the Lodge is by no means accidental as the origins of the homestead continue to emit glimpses of times-gone-by.
Photo copyright Elewana Afrika.
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Overview
From the industrious coffee pickers gathering in the harvest to the aromas of the morning brew emanating from the main Plantation House as breakfast is being prepared, Arusha Coffee Lodge is full of sensory experiences that revitalizes the body and soul for the adventures and excitement that lie ahead.
Arusha is Located in the northern highlands of Tanzania, beneath the twin peaks of Mt. Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro. The dramatic crater of Mt. Meru stands over the town like a majestic sentinel, it's crater strewn with thick clouds, it's slopes dark with verdant forest.
Arusha's ideal location near the major national parks and it's highland setting make it a peaceful idyll of relaxation before the start of an exciting journey.
The closest national park to Arusha town – northern Tanzania's safari capital – Arusha National Park is a multi-faceted jewel, offering the opportunity to explore a beguiling diversity of habitats within a few hours.
Visit to the Museum of Natural History: Only five minutes drive from the Lodge and full of everything you need to know about the country's history, geography and flora and fauna.
Visit to the Tanzanite Museum- Discover tanzanite, its history, mystery and rarity as you visit the museum. Indulge in tanzanites rich and colourful stories from the mining, to the processing and sorting of tanzanite, as well as the cutting and polishing, all the way down to the finished, sparkling gemstone in your hand.
You are invited into the auditorium, to sit back and relax while finding out all there is to know about the fascinating, unique and intriguing universe of tanzanite.
See first hand how each tanzanite facet is cut to perfection at the in-house Lapidary to ensure maximum brilliance and beauty.
Visit to the Maasai Market - This is a one stop shopping area for handicrafts made by local Tanzanians. you get to buy various handicrafts made of ebony, redwood ets and various types of paintings made by local artisans. There is a large scope for bargaining here. Always visit markets with a guide and keep personal possessions close to you.
Visit to the Cultural Center - The Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre is located in Arusha, Tanzania. It is a place where the past and present of the Tanzania's 120-plus tribes can be viewed in a single compound. The centre boasts of various carvings, gemstones, artifacts, clothing and books. This visit can be organized simply by asking reception at Arusha Coffee Lodge.
Explore the world of coffee like never before. A 2-hour walk around the workings of the coffee plantation to see how the coffee is grown, harvested, dried, and produced into the aromatic coffee that we drink every day.
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