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Supporting Communities & Environment: Timon Safaris’ Initiatives

1. Community-based Tourism:

  • We collaborate with local communities to offer experiences that allow our guests to understand the local culture, heritage, and traditions. A portion of the proceeds from these experiences goes directly back to these communities, supporting their livelihood.

2. Local Employment:

  • Our staff, including guides, drivers, and operational personnel, are hired from local communities. This provides employment opportunities and ensures that tourism’s benefits are directly channelled back to the local populace.

3. Educational Programs:

  • Timon Safaris sponsors educational programs in local schools. This includes providing learning materials, supporting educational excursions, and even granting scholarships to outstanding students.

4. Environmental Conservation Initiatives:

  • We support local conservation initiatives through direct funding, organizing clean-up campaigns, or supporting local wildlife conservation research projects.

5. Supporting Local Artisans:

  • We promote the work of local artisans by selling their crafts and products at our lodges or recommending guests visit local markets, ensuring they receive fair compensation for their work.

6. Sustainable Practices:

  • Our operations prioritize sustainability. This includes practices like water conservation, using solar power, waste recycling, and organic farming for the food served in our lodges.

7. Reforestation Efforts:

  • For every safari booked, we pledge to plant a specific number of trees, contributing to reforestation efforts in areas affected by deforestation.

8. Wildlife Protection & Anti-Poaching:

  • We contribute funds to anti-poaching units and actively raise awareness among our guests about the devastating effects of poaching on wildlife.

9. Cultural Preservation:

  • We work with local tribes and communities, like the Hadzabe and Datoga, to document and preserve their traditions, ensuring they’re passed on to future generations.

10. Infrastructure Development:

  • A part of our profits is channelled into developing essential infrastructure in neighbouring communities, such as wells for clean water, community centres, and health clinics.

11. Volunteer Opportunities:

  • We partner with local NGOs to provide our guests with opportunities to volunteer during or after their safari, allowing them to contribute hands-on to various community or environmental projects.

12. Carbon Offsetting:

  • Recognizing the carbon footprint of travel, we’ve initiated a carbon offsetting program, investing in renewable energy projects that offset the emissions from our safaris.

At Timon Safaris, we recognize that the beauty of Tanzania is not just in its wildlife but also in its people and landscapes. Our commitment to giving back ensures that our operations showcase Tanzania’s wonders and actively contribute to their preservation and enrichment. We believe in sustainable tourism, where everyone benefits, from guests to local communities.

Mrimba Palm Hotel

Mrimba Palm Hotel boasts a beautiful setting, offering a refreshingly serene environment from the hustle and bustle of the busy Arusha City Center. Boasting a calming silence that offers total relaxation from the busy day after a long trip to Arusha or just a peaceful time to reflect on all the marvelous experiences of the day. Our restaurant encompasses a classic catchy decor, a masterclass display of beauty with pine roofing on the inside, and beautiful tabletops and chairs from the rare and affluent Mahogany hardwood. The Mrimba Palm Restaurant offers you an amazing experience during meals; dinner, lunch, snacking, and lunch with a wide range of drinks on order.

+255 683 085 572
P.O. Box 16949 | Arusha | Tanzania
info@timonsafaris.com

Planet Lodge Arusha

Featuring an outdoor pool and restaurant, Planet Lodge is located in Arusha. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi in public areas. The African-style chalets have a private bathroom, air conditioning, and mosquito net. Extras include a telephone, towels, and linen. The Planet Lodge restaurant serves international and local cuisine. The bar offers a selection of drinks. Guests can relax by the poolside and in the lush garden while enjoying Mount Meru’s views. The lodge is a 1-hour drive from the Arusha National Park and within 48 km from the Kilimanjaro Airport. Free private parking is available on-site.

+255 683 085 572
P.O. Box 16949 | Arusha | Tanzania
info@timonsafaris.com

Karama Lodge

With pool views, Karama Lodge is situated in Arusha and has a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, a bar, a garden, and a year-round outdoor pool. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the lodge free of charge. There is a private bathroom with a shower in all units, along with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests at Karama Lodge can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Old German Boma is 5 km from the accommodation, while Njiro Complex is 6 km from the property. The lodge is a 1-hour drive from the Arusha National Park and within 48 km from the Kilimanjaro Airport. Free private parking is available on-site.

+255 683 085 572
P.O. Box 16949 | Arusha | Tanzania
info@timonsafaris.com

Gran Melia Arusha

Located in Arusha, 2.6 km from Old German Boma, Gran Melia Arusha provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool, and a fitness center. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony, and a private bathroom with a shower. Every room is equipped with a coffee machine, while selected rooms have a kitchen with a fridge. All units in Gran Melia Arusha are equipped with bathrobes and an iPod docking station. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. Gran Melia Arusha offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace. Arusha Central Market is 3.1 km from the hotel, while the Uhuru monument is 3.1 km away.

+255 683 085 572
P.O. Box 16949 | Arusha | Tanzania
info@timonsafaris.com

Marera Valley Lodge

Marera Valley Lodge, located on the outskirts of Karatu town about midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater, is close to the village of Rhotia. Convenient to the main road, this elegant lodge has stunning views over the valley to the hills beyond. We look forward to your visit when we can offer you true Tanzanian hospitality and a warm welcome. Our large main building has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating areas with views of the pool and the beautiful nearby hills. Enjoy a drink or an alfresco lunch on the spacious verandah overlooking the pool. Relax in the bar and lounge area with a cozy fire in the cooler months and take your meals in the large dining room. You’ll find the welcoming reception area and gift shop here as well. The Rosemary Spa is located in a quiet corner of the garden and offers massage and other treatments for your relaxation. The cottages are set in lush tropical gardens and a walking path circumnavigates the extensive organic vegetable garden.

+255 683 085 572
P.O. Box 16949 | Arusha | Tanzania
info@timonsafaris.com