For tour operators
A private house at the boundary of the Nilo Nature Forest Reserve, East Usambara. Full-board options, TFS guides arranged, a working spice farm on the property, and a 4×4 access track that we communicate openly because it is part of the product.
Where Nilo fits in a programme
Usambara Interlude · 2 nights
A quiet forest module between the northern circuit and Zanzibar, or between Dar es Salaam and the coast. Tanga airport connects to Zanzibar.
Forest & Farm · 3 nights
Guided forest walks, a night walk, the spice farm and a day at Amani Nature Reserve. Suited to FIT clients with an interest in nature and culture.
Nilo Birding Week · 6 nights
For birding and natural history operators: Nilo, Amani and the habitats around the lodge with a specialist guide. Small groups only.
The whole property can also be sold as an exclusive house for one party of up to six guests.
Facts for your product team
- Private house, two units: main house (max. 4) and annex (max. 2), six guests in total
- Standard well above other accommodation in the Usambara Mountains
- Electricity from the grid with solar backup, internet
- Bed and breakfast, half board or full board; water and soft drinks included
- Forest walks with licensed TFS guide, arranged by the lodge; birding specialist from Amani bookable
- Access: about 1 h 45 min from Muheza on an unpaved track, 4×4; transfers arranged on request
- Open all year, including the long rains; 4×4 access essential in the wettest months
- Lodge manager on site; reservations handled from Switzerland with 24-hour response
Working with us
Net rates. Trade net rates for specialist operators and DMCs are available on request, together with cancellation terms, child policy and release periods. Public guest rates are shown on the rates page.
Fact sheet. A two-page fact sheet with rates, species notes and access details is available by email.
Inspection visits. We offer a complimentary stay for product managers wishing to inspect the property; travel to the lodge at your own cost.
Images. A gallery with usage rights for catalogues and websites is available on request.
Contact. ralf@niloforest.com · Tel +41 77 280 92 44
Owner · Reservations (Switzerland)
Request the fact sheet and net rates
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Send an enquiryralf@niloforest.com · Tel +41 77 280 92 44