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The chirping of songbirds, the thunder of hooves, the trumpeting of elephants—we’ve long been enthralled by the music that plays across the endless plains of the Serengeti. We built Kantabile Afrika with the intent of sharing that song with other travelers drawn to its siren call.
Kantabile Afrika was founded on the principle of doing things the right way—with integrity, purpose, and above all, harmony. Maintaining the health of the land we love and the communities within it has always been a primary focus. In both our Aurari and Cherero camps, there are no permanent constructions—though our locations remain fixed, the tented structures can be moved entirely without leaving a lasting trace. We also see to it that our practices benefit the local economy. The tent and furniture are designed by the owners who call Arusha home while the decorations are crafted by local artisans in Tanzania. We are conscious of building an all-Tanzanian team comprising hardworking men and women in the bush, because we believe that each dollar that stays in the community drives development within the community.
This integrated approach is core to our ethos at Kantabile Afrika. As a family-owned and operated company that is rooted in Tanzania, it’s our passion to be directly involved in everything we do. From the minutiae of the menu to the thoughtful design of the room interiors, we’ve personally pored over every detail. The camps are the results of the founders’ tenacity and sagacity shaped from a decade-long of learning and experience of off-grid living when they set the goal of building a more purpose-driven lifestyle together. The husband-and-wife team was determined to stay true to their own values and beliefs, by challenging the status quo and did a 360 rethink of how things should and could be done, instead of blindly following others’ footsteps before them. Our camps are a dream realized for us and, we hope, for you too.
It is our goal above all else—to provide you with a haven in which you can fully relax and enjoy the beauty of the natural world. A place where you feel perfectly and contentedly at home. We strive to provide a first-class, genuine service so that your every need is attended to. We have done all the thinking and planning to afford you—our valued guests—the flexibility you need for your long-awaited vacation in the wilderness. To us, flexibility is freedom and freedom is what defines a luxury holiday, not just the “opulence” of hot water and a cot to lie on in the bush that the pioneers of Serengeti glamping make us believe.
We believe that the best hospitality has roots in joy, and that the experience should be one that is shared. The welfare of our employees is paramount to us, and something we hope you’ll notice in our warm smiles and inclusive family spirit. To us, this is the purest expression of Tanzanian hospitality. We hope you’ll come share it with us.
Karibu sana!
We are the new kids on the block, here to disrupt the luxury safari scene.
We did not fund our camps with wealth generated from hunting safaris. We don’t purport to be the righteous benefactor of “needy Africans”. We don’t necessarily agree with the narrative that the continual deconstruction, migration and reconstruction of mobile camps is the most carbon-neutral way of running a safari camp business.
The name “Kantabile“ was derived from the musical expression cantabile. It is a directive for singers to perform a passage flowingly and melodiously. Cantabile is a concept related to the cantando style of singing whereby there is flexibility within a measured tempo. Measuredness and flexibility sound like a dichotomy; but in reality, they complement one another. It is actually the forethought of our measures that enable our guests’ flexibility and freedom.
The Kantabile tempo guides the sentiment that once guests have stepped foot at our camps, there is a certain slow-down in pace, and that there is a feeling of legato—connectedness—that unites the different elements of what a luxurious stay should comprise: exquisite furnishing & décor, exceptional food and service, the feeling of oneness with nature, and—of course—genuine hospitality.
At the core of Kantabile Afrika’s ethos is balance, and that includes gender equality. Balance to us extends beyond employing women, it means empowering women to be in leadership positions.
Cherero Camp is a hotel member of Regenerative Travel™, the first in East Africa. We believe that achieving gender equality and advancing women’s well-being in all aspects of life are more crucial than ever, if we want to cultivate a healthy planet and foster thriving economies. Our co-founder Vivian Temba often talks about the importance of elevating women, and how Kantabile Afrika is able to make way for women to be in leadership roles because both herself and Godwin believe in and champion the cause together.
We often get asked how we manage to keep a harmonious crew of men and women at work in the bush, as everyone acknowledges the challenges, especially in Tanzania where there are certain cultural norms and stereotypes. The short answer is: it takes efforts and commitment to make it work. One needs to set boundaries, create safe spaces and constantly check in. The key is to establish a positive environment that fosters mutual respect and know that we are all fallible human beings but with a good intention to make the world a better place.
Traveling to a foreign country (or continent) can be a transformative—and sometimes intimidating—experience. Our wonderful team of men and women are here to make your vacation with us the most pleasant stay imaginable—and often times, the most memorable stay beyond the imaginations.
Gonsalva, our female lead-of-the-pack & onsite CSR officer
Ibrahim, our supervisor who raised himself into the post
Sophia, our rockstar hostess & onsite Regenerative Travel lead
Shabani, one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides
Zawia, our talented chef who heads up the kitchen team
Beatrice, our darling captain of the housekeeping team
The ensemble at Kantabile Afrika is the soul of the company. We put out casting calls and gathered talents from all over Tanzania—we searched the mountains, the lakes, the highlands, the lowlands, the coasts—and handpicked each team member based on his or her character.
We build our own tribe.
By dazzled by the settings of our bush retreats in the Serengeti.
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We have had countless blissed-out guests who embarked on a life-changing journey with us. We welcomed them at our home with open arms, and still remember their names, faces and smiles fondly. Many are considering coming back.
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