LODGING

Onsea House, Arusha—a charming hillside country inn and guest cottage with a view of Mt. Meru, the Monduli Mountains, and the Maasai plains; wonderful food, and personalized service. Find them at (Onseahouse.com)

Kigongoni Lodge (www.Kigongoni.net) - Kigongoni Lodge is located on an historic 70-acre coffee farm near Arusha, amid natural forest. Sitting on a hilltop with lush gardens, the lodge offers breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru. Tucked between the trees are eighteen cottages, built in traditional African styles and materials. The rooms, cocktail lounge, and restaurant - all with fireplaces – are furnished in an intimate and comfortable manner, maximizing the site’s unique views and natural features. Kigongoni Lodge has been developed in harmony with, and respect for, local community values, heritage, and aspirations. The Sibusiso Foundation, a center for improving the quality of life for mentally disabled children and their families, has its home adjacent to the lodge and directly benefits from its revenues.

Gibbs Farm (www.GibbsFarm.net) - Gibb’s Farm is a working farm located on the forested slopes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with 20 ensuite cottages, a 10-acre organic fruit and vegetable garden that provides 90% of the ingredients needed for fresh, delicious home-cooked meals, and spa services are just some of the enjoyable experiences that are a part of the Farm Life at Gibb’s.

SUPPORT TANZANIA

Neema Crafts was started in October 2003 by the Diocese of Ruaha. Its purpose is to provide handicrafts training and employment for deaf and physically disabled people in the Iringa region and also to change negative attitudes towards people with disabilities in the local community. Local employers are invited to see how skilled the workers at Neema Crafts quickly become when given the opportunity to fulfill their potential. The high quality of their work is changing the attitude of local people towards disabled people. The projects produces paper products, beading and jewelry, hand weaving, and African patchwork and quilting. Find them at (Neemacrafts.com)