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JULY 2022

HIGH FLYING OFFER

SkySafari Honeymooning Couples Eligible for a 25% discount at Kilindi Zanzibar

SkySafari couples on honeymoon can take advantage of savings on a classic Bush and Beach honeymoon by extending their journey to the coast. By booking a minimum of four nights at Kilindi Zanzibar they will save 25% at this couples only property. What’s more, the offer includes a romantic candlelight dinner, in-room flower decor, romantic turn-down service, a bottle of sparkling wine, 20% off one spa treatment for two at Kilindi’s spa, and a traditional henna tattoo for the bride.

This special offer requires a minimum four night’s stay and is valid all year, excluding the festive season. Proof of forthcoming nuptials will be required on booking or wedding certificate no older than 6 months from wedding date. The Honeymoon Offer is not combinable with any other offer and applies to new bookings only for stays up to 20.12.2022.

ROMANCE IN THE SKY

Romantic Activities and Experiences Abound for Couples Looking to Enjoy an Enchanting Adventure with SkySafari

For couples looking to enjoy an enchanting safari adventure, SkySafari proposes a variety of romantic activities and experiences. Once whisked off on their private plane, couples are transported to some of Kenya and Tanzania’s most intimate locations including Amboseli National Park, Meru Conservancy, Loisaba Conservancy, Masai Mara, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park, where they will enjoy luxurious accommodation, including some spectacular honeymoon suites.

Whilst on safari, SkySafari can arrange a number of magical activities for couples to remember including intimate walking safaris, camel and horseback riding, private game drives and romantic private dining experiences such as private sundowners in the most breath-taking locations, picnics in the bush and relaxing bush breakfasts to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding wildlife.

Private dining experiences in romantic settings are also available at the Elewana properties where SkySafari guests stay, allowing couples to immerse themselves in the environment and each other. To disconnect even further from the outer world and reconnect and celebrate with one another, many of the properties also offer spa treatments. A couple’s treatment such as a full body massage or body scrub is the perfect antidote after a day exploring the bush with your special someone.

SUSTAINABLE SKY

Lovely Gifts for Newlyweds with Revenue from Purchases Reinvested in Social Enterprise

Looking for that perfect gift for the special couple? Shanga, a social enterprise located on the grounds of Arusha Coffee Lodge, offers unique and high-quality glassware and homeware which incorporate recycled materials. The uplifting local community project employs local Tanzanians with disabilities who use their talents in glassblowing, weaving, sewing, Tinga painting, bead-making, and metal work to create incredible one-of-kind items.

Items such as handblown wine glasses, and glasses, beaded cutlery, handcrafted table mats and napkin sets, handwoven blankets, and handmade picture frames are just some of the unique gifts that one can choose from as a gift for newly married couples.

Profits from sales of the products are reinvested into developing opportunities to employ more people with disabilities. The local shop is able to arrange online orders and international direct shipping of Shanga’s handmade products to newly married couples. To find out more about how to place an order, visit www.shanga.org or email at orders@shanga.org.

FLY IN CHATS

Romance at The Manor at Ngorongoro

GMs Leche and Altus tel us about why the property is such a haven for couples.

Why is the Manor such a popular property for couples

Because of its unique hidden location, the nostalgic romantic French Dutch look and feel, the romantic backdrop of the Ngorongoro Crater and the personalised, specialised service that we offer which leaves a lasting memory with our guests.

What special activities are available to honeymooning couples

Couples massage and private romantic candle lit dinner next to a warm fire together with our beautiful private lunches in our garden, horse rides through the coffee plantation, the best wine that Tanzania has to offer and lovely alone time away from the everyday safari activities.

Where are the most romantic locations for a private dinner or a sundowner

For a sundowner, it must be watching the sunset over the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. We have numerous surprises up our sleeves at The Manor at Ngorongoro for private dinners and we like to keep our “romantic getaway” secrets a secret. I can tell you that we do beautiful private dinners at many different spots, and it is always number one as our guests’ most memorable experience.

Have there been many proposals you can recall with guests staying at the Manor

Yes, we have had a couple of proposals here, one particularly memorable one that I can recall is where the lovely couple went on a horseback ride to a beautiful picnic lunch spot in the coffee fields overlooking the Crater where the gentleman proposed. On their return, we had a beautiful romantic dinner waiting for them.

Which rooms do you recommend for honeymooning couples

Rooms 7, 15 and 18, have particularly beautiful views and are private and magical.

Are you able to arrange weddings at the Manor and if so, can you tell us a bit about them

We can definitely arrange weddings, as this is a beautiful destination wedding lodge. There are many options for couples who want to get married here. We can for example do the wedding lunch within our vegetable garden or coffee plantation. This is a lovely farm to table experience. We can also add the Maasai culture to the wedding activities and have Maasai dancers as well. The possibilities are endless.
What added extras can SkySafari guests expect whilst staying at the Manor

We do a specialised check in for our SkySafari guests, with a lovely canape and welcome drink upon arrival. They also get massages and horseback rides included in their SkySafari package.

SKYSAFARI TEAM

SkySafari Welcomes Back Emily Ndolo as Operations Manager for Kenya

SkySafari is pleased to welcome back Emily Ndolo to the team as Operations Manager for Kenya.

Ndolo previously served as a Tour Manager for SkySafari for 3 years. An accomplished hospitality industry veteran, Ndolo’s passion in the industry started at a young age and her stellar record in the hotel and accommodation management industry spans more than a decade, where she gained experience locally and internationally.

Prior to joining SkySafari, Emily served in various capacities, including Reservations Manager and Operations Manager positions in diverse establishments in Kenya, Tanzania, and South Sudan, including most notably, at Global Sourcing and Supply, a United Nations-contracted company based in Juba, Sudan. In these roles, she directed management, operating, sales and marketing efforts in competitive and expanding markets, working collaboratively with staff to achieve common goals and objectives.

In her years of hotel and accommodation management service, Emily gained proven leadership expertise in hospitality operations, administration, sales, customer service and staff development, making her an important asset to SkySafari. She holds a Diploma in Catering and Accommodation Management, as well as a Certificate in Food and Beverage Production, Sales, and Service.

Emily loves the outdoors, nature walks and has a great passion for swimming. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome back to the SkySafari family!

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