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| RAS KUTANI - SWAHILI COAST - TANZANIA |
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Ras Kutani is set on a crescent of white sandy beach, washed by the gentle surf of the temperate Indian Ocean. The lodge is situated only 35 kilometers South of the port of Dar es Salaam but offers the perfect hideaway. The setting ensures that feeling of being on one's own tropical island. The lodge is flanked by a fresh water lagoon abutting onto a coastal forest, which spills to the edge of the unspoilt and undeveloped beach.
Accommodation
Accommodation is in nine spacious, delightful cottages constructed of natural, local materials that harmonize perfectly with the wonderful surroundings. Ethnic furnishings impart a sense of the Tanzanian coast's rich cultural heritage. Each cottage has its own en suite bathroom and large veranda with views of the azure ocean.
On top of the hill stand four suites and a family unit all with stunning views.
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Location
Ras Kutani. South coast of Dar es Salaam, 35 km south of Kigamboni ferry.
Closest airstrip
Ras Kutani airstrip is a 10 minutes flight from Dar es Salaam.
Children Policy
A maximum amount of 6 children between 6 and 12 years old are accepted at a given time.
Check out time
Check out time is at 10h00. Guests that want to leave later (against a day use fee, including lunch) can make use of the special 'day use cottage'.
Disabilities
Due to the remote and limited facilities the lodge is not able to host people in wheel chairs and people that rely on a good/reliable power supply.
Late arrivals
Late arrivals are not accepted as the area is remote.
Laundry
A basic laundry service is available - hand washed, sun dried. It is advised that guests should not give in non-iron items, small, delicates, etc and to allow for 24 hours turn about time. All of the above is dependent on the weather. The lodge provides a small jar of soap in the room for any hand washing.
Mobile network
A mobile network is available around Ras Kutani. However, guests should use their phones discreetly and, avoid making phone calls in the public areas.
Private dinners
Private dinners for honeymooners can be arranged. Please note that it is totally up to the discretion of the management and it can not be pre-booked.
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Sea / Swimming
The beach at Ras Kutani stretches out to open water and thus is not affected by the shallow reef tides of other areas. This of course makes for great swimming at all times. During the full and no moon periods (2-3 days either side), the high tide water can be pretty rough limiting swimming to strong swimmers only. The water temperatures are pleasant at all times of the year. During September whales migrate south and can be seen in the distance from Ras Kutani.
Season
From June to August temperatures are very pleasant to warm during the day and only slightly cool in the evenings. (A wrap over the shoulder in the evening and cotton blanket on the bed are more than sufficient).From September to November, temperatures pick up and depending on the season each year the 'short rains' can come any time late October/early November. These rains are unlikely to spoil any holiday with only occasional showers - the majority of which fall during the night. There may be the odd day's full rain but, it is not common.
Day time temperatures are a little restrictive for activities such as village and forest walks - these can only be done in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the higher midday temperatures. From mid-December the winds pick up which provides a pleasant cooling of the increasing temperatures. The Kaskazi (North wind) prevails from late December and consistently keeps Ras Kutani a few degrees cooler than Dar es Salaam. By March the humidity has built up in preparation for the rainy season ahead.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can be done from the shore only. There is a small coral hedge with an 80+ year old wreck boat, 200 meters from the Ras Kutani beach. It is open water so the visibility is not 100%.
Tips
Tipping is left to the guest discretion. If one would like to reward the staff it is recommended that you leave something at the tip box at the reception. All tips are divided amongst all staff equally, many of whom guests do not see during their stay. As a guideline it is suggested that a tip of USD 10 per guest per day.
Turtles
The beach around Ras Kutani has always been used by turtles for nesting. The nests hatch between August and March.
Transfers
When guests arrive or leave by plane they are picked up and dropped at Ras Kutani airstrip. A transfer from Dar es Salaam airport or town to Ras Kutani can take up to 1.5 hour. This can be the drive via the ferry or the drive around.
Water
Bottled water is not included as they offer filtered water in the rooms and during meals. Of course bottled water is available for sale.
| Summary | |
| Children | From 6 years onwards |
| Triples | Yes, third person below age of 18 |
| Suitable for disabled guests | No, please contact reservation for any special inquiry |
| Pool | Yes |
| Power | Solar and generator (240v). English 3pin sockets |
| Laundry | Yes, included |
| Shop | Yes |
| Yes, USD 5 for 15 minutes | |
| Hair dryers | No |
| Bath robes | Yes |
| In room safe | Yes, Vingcard Elsafe Sentinel Advanced, 43 cm deep |
| Air conditioning | No |
| Fan | No |
| Torch | Not available |
| Personal bar | No |
| Early morning coffee/tea | Yes |
Activities available
* Snorkeling: Yes, from shore (FOC)
* Diving: No
* Boogie boards: Yes (FOC)
* Boat/fishing trips: No (can be arranged while at the lodge but we can not give any guarantee)
* Kayaks: Yes (FOC)
* Massage: Yes
* Forest walk: Yes (FOC)
* Village walk: Yes (FOC)
| TANZANIA SAFARI SUGGESTIONS > You can combine the above stay with Kilimanjaro Climb , Tanzania National Parks and / or an Extension to Exotic Zanzibar Island > You can also combine the above stay with a visit to other places around the swahili coast > Booking Terms & Conditions > Click here to Email us for more information regarding this tour. |
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