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Forest Chem Chem, Tarangire | Timbuktu Travel
Tarangire

Forest Chem Chem

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About Forest Chem Chem

Wildlife and warmth at this exclusive camp in a lush Tanzanian concession
Hidden under the fever trees along the Tarangire River in northern Tanzania, Forest Chem Chem is an exclusive-use camp designed to help visitors reconnect with nature and the people who share their love of the natural world. This luxurious five-star camp is one of just two on a private, 16,000-hectare concession nestled between Lake Manyara and Tarangire National Park – and with only three tents, it simply couldn't be any more exclusive. Flanked by vital water sources, this is an important corridor for wildlife, and is one of the most game-rich areas in the country.
Tarangire , Tanzania
From $1.2K per person/per night
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3 Rooms
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The property

Taking its hues from the surrounding fever trees, the camp makes extensive, but subtle, use of soft greens and yellows, tan and grays. The main tent has cushioned wicker chairs to one side, and a long natural-wood dining table with ostrich-egg candelabras. The canvas sides roll up to make for easy flow to the patio, where there's another picnic table beside a large open-air fire pit. Outside, several generously cushioned hanging beds beg you to take a breezy siesta.

The rooms

There are three tents among the fever trees – two vintage doubles and a two-bedroom family tent, sleeping eight in total. All the tents can be made up as kings or twins. They're superbly comfortable and stylish, with no sign of the glitz evident at other five-star safari camps. Expect large carpets, desks and chairs, and wooden decks with more seating. En-suite bathrooms have indoor and outdoor showers, a dressing table and nice touches of wood and copper.

Activities

This private concession (or Wildlife Management Area) permits visitors to take both night drives and foot safaris, creating a good diversity of activities. Day drives into Lake Manyara and Tarangire parks reveal a huge variety of habitats and wildlife – think giant baobabs, huge elephant and zebra herds, lion, cheetah, and plentiful birdlife. Hot-air ballooning is epic, but costly. And for children, Masai warriors will share their bush survival techniques – following animal tracks or using a bow and arrow.
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The classic Tanzanian bush & beach safari
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The classic Tanzanian bush & beach safari

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A driving expedition through northern Tanzania

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How to book Forest Chem Chem

How do I book Forest Chem Chem?

Forest Chem Chem can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Tanzania trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Tanzania trips featuring Forest Chem Chem or get advice and suggestions from one of our Tanzania specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Forest Chem Chem?

Stays at Forest Chem Chem start from around $1.2K per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Forest Chem Chem

Tanzania

Tarangire National Park

Battalions of baobabs and mighty herds of elephant make for a superb stop-off on your safari circuit.