Ras Kutani Lodge


Set on a crescent of white sandy beach, flanked by a freshwater lagoon and a coastal forest, approximately 35km south of Dar es Salaam is Ras Kutani Lodge. Ras Kutani is an idyllic beach getaway located on the tranquil Indian Ocean. Home to a scattered, well-appointed cluster of bandas, peace and tranquillity is assured. Long stretches of pristine beach and warm blue seas offer romantic hideaways and total relaxation after the excitement of a bush safari.

Location

10 min by light aircraft from Dar es Salaam to Ras Kutani private airstrip. 45 minutes drive by road (plus local ferry crossing).

Highlights

  • Ras Kutani provides an escape from the hustle and bustle, a dreamy environment for guests to relax on their private bamboo verandah, in the bar, or on the beach - it is one of Tanzania's finest beach retreats.
  • The setting ensures that feeling of being on one's own tropical island.
  • The hotel is flanked by a fresh water lagoon abutting onto a coastal forest, which spills to the edge of the unspoilt and undeveloped beach.

Facilities

Facilities available at Ras Kutani Lodge include a Dining and lounge area.

Activities

Activities available at Ras Kutani Lodge include massage and wellness treatments, body boarding, surfing, snorkeling or exploring the fresh water lagoon on a kayak. Also on offer are nature walks through the indigenous coastal forest, or along the pristine shore and guided walks to local inland or fishing villages along the coast (subject to tides). Deep sea fishing and horse riding are also available.

Meal Basis

Full Board and Fully Inclusive.

Child Policy

Children are welcome at Ras Kutani.

Accommodation

Ras Kutani Lodge offers 9 en-suite cottages including a veranda with Swahili daybeds and hammocks. There are also 4 large suites appointed canopy-high on the hills with sweeping views and private plunge pools.

Customer Reviews of the Ras Kutani

Holiday to Tanzania during June 2011

Beautiful Beach and friendly staff!

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Customer Review

Holiday to Tanzania during October 2011

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Only stayed in Zanzibar. Great atmosphere, very friendly people, beautiful scenery, idealic beaches. Couldn't praise it more.

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Tanzania Factfile

Timezone:
EAT (UTC+3)
Language:
English, Swahili
Currency:
Tanzanian Shilling
Best time:
Year round destination
Flights:
9 hours from Europe
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