Tanzania Safari Highlights
Useful Links
Visit the Authentic Tanzania Safaris Itineraries Page
Visit the Authentic Tanzania Safaris Photo Gallery
Read Authentic Tanzania Safaris Travel Advice
Contact Us at Authentic Tanzania Safaris
Authentic Tanzania Safaris Photo Galleries
More than your average Tanzania safari ....
At Authentic Tanzania Safaris we know that spotting wildlife in the African bush is just part of your Tanzania safari. We also offer breaks on the beautiful beaches and islands of the East African coast:
Follow Authentic Tanzania Safaris on:
Authentic Tanzania Safaris: Guest Stories
Authentic Tanzania Bush Telegraph
Click here to see what Sven and the Authentic Tanzania Safaris Team have been up to on the latest Tanzania Safaris.
Camping Safaris with Authentic Tanzania Safaris
We are very proud of the experience our camping safaris give to our Tanzania Safari Guests
Click here to learn more about private Ruaha Camping Safaris
Click here to learn more about private Selous Camping Safaris
The Old Boma
A national monument, the Old Boma is a 100 year old fort located in Mikindani on the side of a hill overlooking the Indian Ocean, beautifully restored into a comfortable hotel with up to date facilities, whilst retaining its original features and charm.
THE ACCOMMODATION
There are only 6 spacious rooms all furnished with hand-carved beds, Tinga Tinga paintings and other local handicrafts. The rooms are kept cool by high ceilings and thick walls, coupled with ceiling fans. Most rooms have a balcony with a sea or jungle view.
THE FACILITIES
Hotel facilities include a large swimming pool surrounded by Frangipani and Flame trees. A pool side bar is available, with the Old Courthouse providing shaded seating.
THE ACTIVITIES
Diving and snorkelling, cultural visits in Mikindani, fishing, and visits to nearby marine and wildlife reserves can all be organised at the hotel.
THE VERDICT
The Boma has been lovingly restored and if it was in Dar es Salaam or Stone Town would be permanently fully booked. Unfortunately it is in Mikindani which is a bit off the main tourist path.
However for those with a sense of curiosity this is one of southern Tanzania’s most memorable accommodation choices and Mikindani is a charming typical Swahili coastal fishing village lost in time. The Boma is also an excellent base for divers with a higher budget.
COST – From $90-$120 p.p. B.B.
Keith and Antja Gunnar, USA: West Kilimanjaro, Tarangire, Ruaha, Katavi, Mahale and Zanzibar
We were very pleased with the trip and are impressed at how smoothly it went, considering that...