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Ziwani Lodge is located in the Lake Eyasi area.

Ziwani Lodge is located in the Lake Eyasi area of northern Tanzania.

Lake Eyasi is an area of spectacular Rift Valley scenery which lies just to the west of the main safari route through the Ngorongoro Karatu area in northern Tanzania.

This pleasantly quiet and remote area is centred on the scenic Lake Eyasi itself, but is most commonly visited for cultural reasons, this being the home of the Hadzabe people, the last hunter-gatherers in East Africa, as well as the renowned Datoga silversmiths.

The lake varies greatly in size and depth through the seasons. In wetter years the lake rarely exceeds one metre in depth. In drier periods the waters can recede almost completely, leaving a wrinkled pavement of baked earth.

The lake hosts large flocks of flamingoes and pelicans from time to time, but their presence appears to be quite unpredictable. We estimate that they are more prolific during the wetter months Dec-Jun.

Despite being located immediately adjacent to Serengeti and Ngorongoro, Lake Eyasi experiences less than 1% of the visitor numbers into those areas and therefore has a pleasantly remote feel.

We tend to recommend the Lake Eyasi area to guests who have a particular interest in tribal cultures and who really enjoy getting off the beaten track. The area is really worth considering if you are interested in cultural interaction with the Hazabe and Datoga peoples. But don't expect the heights of luxury, nor to see lots of animals and be ready for the bumpy tracks.

Set to the east of Lake Eyasi in northern Tanzania, Ziwani Lodge is an architecturally novel place styled like a colonial fort, with guest accommodation in 8 comfortable rooms and providing access to some interesting cultural activities.

Getting there

The property is almost always accessed as part of a guided overland safari through the region, usually between the Tarangire and Serengeti Southcentral areas.

We usually include all the connecting transport for your trip unless  you specifically ask us not to.

The lodge is centred on a substantial main building, leading out to a swimming pool area.

Guest accommodation is in eight comfortable rooms with conventional bathrooms.

Activities are centred on cultural interaction with the local Hadzabe and Datoga peoples, plus bird-watching on the lake.

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All safari is operated by with your overland driver-guide in a private closed-sided vehicle.

The Hadzabe people of Lake Eyasi

The main reason that most people visit the Lake Eyasi area is to meet and interact with the Hadzabe people, a small tribe of around hunter-gatherers who live on thin strip of the land below the escarpment.

These people, who number around 1000 individuals, are the only remnants of the tribes which inhabited the area for up to 50,000 years, before the arrival of Bantu and Nilotic peoples in the last few centuries. They are closely related to other ancient tribles across Africa, such as the San Bushmen of the Kalahari in Botswana, with whom they share superficially similar traditions and lifestyles. They also speak in a click language.

It is possible to visit Hadzabe settlements and spend time with the people. Usually this is done early morning, which enables you to join the men on their daily hunting trip, which can last anything from two to four hours, depending on what they find. Their bows are made of giraffe tendons and their arrows treated with a poison extracted from the desert rose

Alternatively you can join the women on their gathering walks, digging for roots, picking berries and gathering fruits. Remarkably these people do not own belongings other than what they need for survival like the bows and arrows and some pots for cooking.

We have always found this to be a surprisingly worthwhile experience, with a nice relaxed feel and with plenty of good photo opportunities.

The Datoga people of Lake Eyasi

The Datoga people are largely pastoralists who mainly inhabit the Yaeda, Isanzu and Sukuma areas further south.

They are thought to have migrated here from the Horn of Africa some 3000 years ago. They wear traditional clothes, often decorated in coloured beads and the women sometimes have traditional facial scars and tattooing.

They are renowned silversmiths and their small satellite settlement here in Eyasi provides visitors with an opportunity to witness first hand their traditional metalworking skills. This is also a relatively relaxed and pleasant experience.

There is a network of trails along which you can explore the palm and acacia woodlands and the lakeshore, as well as surrounding farms and villages.

We understand that there may be some rock-art in this area, but we have not seen it for ourselves.

Lake Eyasi itself is an impressive sight and often teems with bird life.

The real highlight is to join the local Hadzabe people on one of their hunting excursions.

Another interesting cultural interaction is a visit to the Datoga silversmiths.

The best conditions are generally Jun-Dec, although there are good reasons to visit during other months.

The main potential downsides are the long drive in, the proximity of villages, the questionable architecture, the outdoorsy nature of the activities, sparse wildlife and adverse weather conditions Nov-May.

Ziwani Lodge, like all properties, has a long list of potential downsides. Please do not be unnecessarily put off by this section. Our only intention in raising these issues is to ensure that you get to the best and most appropriate places and that your expectations are met and hopefully exceeded ...

Human encroachment

One potential downside is the proximity of farming and habitation in this area, which definitely detract from the sense of wilderness, although is really part of the overall cultural experience down here.

Low wildlife densities

It should also be noted that there are very low wildlife numbers in the area, this is not a safari experience in that sense.

Lodge notes

The design of the lodge is very unusual for this part of the world. Whilst there are a few colonial forts in the area dating back to the German period, notably at Ikoma to the north, the style is rarely replicated in lodge designs. It is interesting and functional, but unfortunately the detailing falls short on authenticity and ultimately it looks what it is, a faux castle.

Cultural sensitivity

We are also concerned about the potential negative effects of tourism on the Hadzabe people. We are inherently nervous about this kind of tribal interaction, concerned about both the quality of the guest experience and the potentially corrosive effects on the hosts, but reports from both sides have been consistently positive in recent years and we find ourselves increasingly confident about recommending it.

Difficult access

You also need to be aware that the road down to Lake Eyasi can be rather rough in parts. But if a bumpy road is going to put you off, then you're probably not going to enjoy the overall experience anyway, this really is for the more outdoorsy and adventurous amongst us.

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Ziwani Lodge, located on an escarpment overlooking Lake Eyasi in Northern Tanzania, offers sweeping views’ of the Rift Valley. The property is a fully fledged eco-lodge; running solely off solar and wind power. The inspiration for the construction and design came from the local architecture around the area.

The open feel of the design with a limited amount of glass in the windows is not only used as a natural cooling system in the rooms and main areas of the property but also to get our guests to feel at one with nature.

The property boasts of 7 sophisticated cottages all with beautiful views, a stunning swimming pool for cooling off in the heat of the day, a small library and excellent Tanzanian hospitality.

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Ziwani Lodge, located on an escarpment overlooking Lake Eyasi in Northern Tanzania, offers sweeping views’ of the Rift Valley. The property is a fully-fledged eco-lodge; running solely off solar and wind power. The inspiration of the construction and design came from the local architecture around the area.

The open feel of the design with a limited amount of glass in the windows, is not only used as a natural cooling system in the rooms and main areas of the property, but also to get our guests to feel at one with nature.

The property boasts of 7 sophisticated cottages all with beautiful views, a stunning swimming pool for cooling off in the heat of the day, a small library and excellent Tanzanian hospitality.

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Perched on an escarpment overlooking Lake Eyasi, the Ziwani Lodge is a highly unique eco-lodge in Northern Tanzania. It boasts incredible views across the Rift Valley and was inspired by the local architecture to work with the natural environment while running entirely on solar and wind power. 

The Ziwani Lodge was created as a remote and peaceful escape for guests after a few days of concentrated game viewing in the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Its links with the local Datoga and Hadzabe tribes has also made it a cultural destination where guests can immerse themselves in their long-established traditions and lifestyles. 

There are just eight guest cottages that are beautifully appointed and with an open design to take advantage of natural cooling systems. A stunning swimming pool invites you to cool off in the heat of the day while a small library and outstanding Tanzanian hospitality add to the Ziwani Lodge’s allure.   

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A delicious buffet breakfast is served each morning at the Ziwani Lodge while gourmet, a la carte meals are served at lunch and dinner. The lodge is renowned for its exceptional cuisine, with guests always commenting on its high quality. 

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Ziwani Lodge is located on an escarpment, overlooking Lake Eyasi, and it offers sweeping views’ of the Rift Valley.

Sophisticated accommodation offers just 7 cottages, and it is a fully fledged eco lodge, running solely off solar and wind power. The inspiration of the construction and design came from the local architecture around the area.

The open feel of the design with limited amount of glass in the windows, is not only used as a natural cooling system in the rooms and main areas of the property, but also to get our guests to feel at one with nature.

The property boasts of 7 sophisticated cottages all with beautiful views, a stunning swimming pool for cooling off in the heat of the day, a small library and excellent Tanzanian hospitality.

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In the midst of your hectic northern Tanzanian safari, you may want to take your foot off the pedal for a few days. Ziwani Lodge, on the north-eastern shore of Lake Eyasi, just south of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, is the perfect place to do so. The spectacular scenery of the Great Rift Valley is on full show here, and it's also home to the Hadzabe people, the last hunter-gatherers in East Africa. There's real attention to detail at this two-year-old Moroccan/Zanzibari-style lodge, with its refined sense of luxury. It's a lovely setting from which to experience the local cultures.

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Put your feet up beside the pool and enjoy sensational vistas of the Great Rift Valley.

Another local tribe, the Datoga, are renowned silversmiths who make some beautiful jewellery, so you'll likely be tempted to buy more than you anticipated.

Take a bush walk with a difference – hunt for dinner with the Hadzabe people and gather natural fruits and vegetables in this otherworldly environment.

The property

The Moroccan-like buildings stand like fortresses on a scrub-covered hillside. Indoors, the main area has classic Zanzibari touches, with rough, whitewashed walls and antique painted wooden doors highlighted with bright cushions and curtains. The lounge is clean, cool and comfortable, and the dining room has a smart, minimalist atmosphere with dark-wood chairs and tables and crisp white linens. There are several shaded seating areas on the veranda and a gorgeous, Celtic-cross shaped pool with sunloungers, perfect for maximising the view.

The Moroccan/Zanzibari style continues in the seven, stand-alone rooms, including one family cottage. The whitewashed interior walls that keep them bright and cool are complemented perfectly with antique dark-wood furniture and shutters at the doors and windows. King-sized beds are draped in flowing white mosquito nets, and each large covered veranda has additional seating, though the best view is from the roof-top terrace. The en-suite bathrooms have huge walk-in showers, double basins and a W/C.

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This magical oasis may be far from the modern world, but it has comfort and convenience in spades. Perfect for recharging your safari batteries.

Besides putting your feet up in a gorgeous setting, the main attraction here is the opportunity to interact with the local people, who have almost completely rejected the modern world. Accompany the Hadzabe hunters, who catch their dinner with bows and arrows; admire the skills of the silversmithing Datoga; and see how the Mbulu, or Iraqw, people go about farming. The lodge overlooks Lake Eyasi, a seasonal soda lake. When water arrives, it attracts a "flamboyance" of flamingos. We're hooked.

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It's hard to beat staying in an exotic HOUSE with rooftop balcony to experience Lake Eyasui! The food was really good, but it was a tad less impressive than what we enjoyed at Ubuntu Migration Camp.

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• 2 nights Lake Eyasi Hadzabe Bushmen
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Location The southern plains of the Serengeti sharply drop down several hundred metres into the Great Rift Valley and Lake Eyasi. The 75km long Lake Eyasi is a seasonal shallow endorheic salt lake, that is often used by flamingos as a stopover on their way to one of the other Great Rift Valley Lakes.

It's about 3 1/2 hours total from Arusha; from the turn off at Karatu it takes about 1.5 hours to get to the camp.

Activities The Hadzabe bushmen live in this region, as do the Datoga and Mbulu tribes.

A visit with the bushmen is worthwhile to have a real encounter with people living ancient traditions and cultures. The Hadzabe subsist entirely off the bush and by bow hunting. Everything they use is made from local materials, including their bows which are strung with giraffe tendon and their arrows which are coated in lethal poison. Their language resembles that of Kalahari bushmen tribe with clicking noises used. The Datoga and Mbulu people are pastoralists, like the Maasai people.

Good to know There is not always water in the lake as the water level very much depends on local rainfall. The lake can dry out. Typically the dry season lasts from June to November.

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Ziwani Lodge

Ziwani Lodge, located on an escarpment overlooking Lake Eyasi in Northern Tanzania, offers sweeping views of the Rift Valley. The property is a fully fledged eco lodge; running solely off solar and wind power. The inspiration of the construction and design came from the local architecture around the area.

The open feel of the design with limited amount of glass in the windows, is not only used as a natural cooling system in the rooms and main areas of the property, but also to get our guests to feel at one with nature.

The property boasts of 7 sophisticated cottages all with beautiful views, a stunning swimming pool for cooling off in the heat of the day, a small library and excellent Tanzanian hospitality

Accommodation

The authentic Ziwani Lodge has seven cottages, built on a hill with beautiful views. The open construction keeps you cool, as does the spacious pool.

Room Facilities

• Spacious room
• Bathroom with toilet and shower
• Bed under the stars (optional)
• Laundry service
• Room service

Hotel Amenities

• Terrace overlooking the lake
• Swimming pool
• Solar and wind energy
• Free Parking
• Outside National Park

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Voyager Safari Camp is often referred to as the “Jewel of Tsavo”. Formerly known as Ziwani Hotel.

Voyager Safari Camp has simplistic beauty and charm. It is located in the majestic shadows of Mount Kilimanjaro, between the famous Amboseli Game Reserve and Tsavo West Game Park.

Voyager Safari hotel sits right on the banks of the Tsavo River. The flow of water creates natural swamplands within the rugged and often dry African bush, which ensures visitation by game throughout the year.

Voyager Ziwani Safari Camp offers a tranquil retreat in one of the wildest places left in Africa.

The Lodge is located on a private 30,000-acre farm on the western edge of Tsavo; the camp sits on a secluded dam on the Sante River – home to turtles, crocodiles and hundreds of basking hippos.

Location Voyager Ziwani is located on a private sanctuary on the western edge of Tsavo West National Park. It is 257 km from Nairobi via the Nairobi – Emali – Loitokitok – Njukini route, or 273 km from Mombasa via the Voi – Taveta route.

Accommodation :: 25 comfortable double tents beside the Sante River :: Large double or twin beds and classic furnishings :: Modern en suite bathrooms with hot showers :: Five special Deluxe Tents with king size beds :: Private wooden verandahs overlooking the river

Camp Restaurant The main building overlooking the dam houses our bar and dining room, with a long verandah where breakfast is served.

In the evening the candlelit tables are arranged on the lawn so that guests can dine out under the night sky beside a roaring campfire

The cuisine is delicious. Both lunch and dinner offer guests a variety of dishes that include fresh salads, meats, fish and vegetables. There is a choice of English or Continental breakfast in the morning and an attractive buffet at lunch and dinner.

Camp Facilities :: Restaurant serving homemade table d’hote cuisine :: Special vegetarian kitchen and dedicated chef :: Intimate lounge bar overlooking the riverbanks :: Candlelit dinners on the riverside lawns :: Souvenir boutique and safari bookshop :: Full daily laundry and valet services :: Reliable phone, fax and e-mail services :: All-weather airstrip on the edge of camp.

Camp Activities :: Escorted game walks with experienced naturalists :: Night drives to view hippos and nocturnal game :: Boating among crocs and turtles on Ziwani Dam :: Walking trails around historical Grogan’s Farm :: Trips to the twin volcanic lakes of Chala and Jipe :: Tours of World War II battlefields on Slaughter Hill :: Bush breakfasts and barbecue dinners in our sanctuary :: Bush-wise’ activities with our Adventurers’ Club.

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Voyager Ziwani Safari Camp

Voyager Ziwani Safari Camp is a luxury accommodation establishment offering accommodation to tourists visiting Tsavo West national park for a safari experience , Tsavo west national park is an amazing national park situated in the coast province of Kenya . Tsavo West national park is part of Tsavo national parks with Tsavo East national park and they are only separated by a railway line, the park is a home to a variety of wildlife services such as crocodiles, loins, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, meld, etc                                                                                           

Voyager Ziwani camp is located in Tsavo west national park and nestled on the edge of secluded dam of Asante River, this camp sits on a 30,000 private farm of 30,000 hectares boosting spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro 

ACCOMODATION OFFERED AT VOYAGER ZIWANI SAFARI CAMP

Voyager Ziwani camp offers comfortable and peace accommodation to individuals visiting the Tsavo West national park in its 25 comfortable tents, these tents are categorized as luxury twin tent and luxury double tent. Each of these tents is spacious and comprises of en-suite private bathroom, classic furniture pieces, large double or twin beds and a private veranda overlooking Sante River. 

Tents at Voyager Ziwani safari camp include. 

Luxury Twin Tent

Luxury twin tent at Voyager Ziwani camp is of 26 square meters in size with 2 single beds accommodating 2 adults, the tent is very spacious and it features a large patio facing Sante River, 4 poster beds with mosquito nets, large widows with nets and en-suite private bathroom with a shower and flush toilet. Luxury Double tent is entire unit is located on the ground floor and it is wheelchair accessible, the tent boosts views of Sante River and the garden. 

Private bathroom amenities

• free toiletries 
• flushing toilet 
• bath or shower 
• toilet paper 

In room amenities

• clothes rack 
• wake up service 
• socket near the bed
• outdoor furniture 
• Tumble dryer 
• closet or wardrobe 

Luxury Double tent 

Luxury double tent at Voyager Ziwani camp is a 26 square meters tent with 1 double bed accommodating 2 adults, this is very spacious and features a large patio facing the magnificent Sante River, large netted widows, a modern private bathroom with shower and flush toilet and a four poster bed with comfortable linen and mosquito net. 

Luxury Double tent is entirely situated on a ground and entirely accessed by wheel chair. 

FACILITES SERVICSES OFFERED AT VOYAGER ZIWANI SAFARI CAMP

Food and drinks 

Voyager Ziwani camp offers delicious meals prepare by experienced chefs at the camp’s restaurant, at the camp special diet and kids menus are offered upon request. Breakfast is usually serviced in the room and it is accompanied by fruits, chocolate and cookies. 

This safari camp has a fully stocked bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, wine and champagne are offered at an extra charge. 

Outdoor facilities 

Voyager Ziwani camp offers outdoor facilities to accommodate the camp’s visitors, these facilities include 

• Outdoor fire place
• picnic area

Reception services 

For easy handling of visitor’s inquires, Voyager Ziwani camp offers reception services which include 

• private check-in and private check out  
• 24-hour front desk 
• express check-in and check-out
• currency exchange 

Cleaning services

The camp is one of the cleanliest accommodation establishments in Tsavo west national park , the camp care about the proper hygiene and in that sense cleaning services are offered. These services include housekeeping, ironing service and dry cleaning. Ironing service and dry cleaning are done at an additional charge.

Safety and security facilities 

Voyager Ziwani safari camp cares so much about the security of its visitors that is why it has various security devices and equipments installed around the property, these include 

• smoke alarms to detect smoke in case of an fire out break
• fire extinguishers stationed at various points of the camp
• security alarm 
• 24-hour security provided by security personnels
• Safety deposit boxes in each tent for visitors to store their precious belongings. 

  Voyager Ziwani safari camp has a spacious and secured parking lot for all the vehicles, the parking lot has 24/7 security.

Family services 

Voyager Ziwani safari camp offers family services which include babysitting services and child services

HOW TO GET TO VOYAGER ZIWANI SAFARI CAMP

Voyager Ziwani Safari Camp is located on the western edge of Tsavo West national park sitting on the secluded dam on the Sante River, from Nairobi the lodge is an a distance of about 561.5 kilometers via Kibwenzi – Kitui road.

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Ziwani Lodge

Ziwani Lodge, located on an escarpment overlooking Lake Eyasi in Northern Tanzania, offers sweeping views of the Rift Valley. The property is a fully fledged eco lodge; running solely off solar and wind power. The inspiration of the construction and design came from the local architecture around the area.

The open feel of the design with limited amount of glass in the windows, is not only used as a natural cooling system in the rooms and main areas of the property, but also to get our guests to feel at one with nature.

The property boasts of 7 sophisticated cottages all with beautiful views, a stunning swimming pool for cooling off in the heat of the day, a small library and excellent Tanzanian hospitality.

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Accommodation: Luxury Twin and double tents

Activities: Excursions to local landmarks, game drives, star gazing, Children's activities

Highlights: Watching Elephants on the plains with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background

Destination: Tsavo West, South East Safari Circuit

Voyager Ziwani is a luxury safari camp which is located in the wilds of a conservancy adjacent to the Tsavo West National Park. This Tsavo West accommodation is situated on a tranquil dam on the Sante River and has views over the plains of Mount Kilimanjaro. The lodge is built on the site of the German Schutztruppe garrison and there are many nearby World War I and II battle sites.

Tsavo West is one of the largest conservation areas on Earth. Spot abundant wildlife, including the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino) while on day trips into the Park. Tsavo is known for its herds of Elephants that often appear red due to wallowing in the red coloured dirt. Set out on trips to the crystal clear Mzima Springs where you can see many Crocodiles and Hippos. At this Tsavo safari camp you will stay in elegant tented suites and dine on superb cuisine.

As Voyager Ziwani is situated on private land you can set out on guided night game drives which are a great opportunity to spot the regions nocturnal animals such as Hyena or Leopards on the prowl. This Tsavo West accommodation also offers one of the best Children's programmes in the region. Voyager Ziwani is the ideal lodge to include in your Kenya tours and safaris.

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The dry plains of Africa and the woodlands and forests of Australia have never felt closer thanks to the incredible safari tour at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. Like our other amazing attractions , the safari allows you and your family to see first-hand the various animals native to those lands and learn about their natural habitats. Discover more about our animal safari in Central Pennsylvania and all you can expect to see on your journey.

Guided Safari offered May thru October.

Self Drive-Thru Safari Available Only in April and November

Guests who wish to enjoy our safari tour from the comfort of their vehicles can do so with our self drive-thru option. VEHICLES WITH HARD DOORS AND HARD TOP ROOFS ONLY. Those interested in this experience should first read the Self Drive-Thru Rules to ensure their safety and the wellbeing of our animals. You will be required to sign a vehicle waiver prior to entering the safari fields.   

SELF DRIVE-THRU RULES AND INFORMATION PER USDA:

All vehicles MUST have hard tops and doors. Sunroofs and trunks must be closed-USDA requirement (Mesh doors on jeeps are not permitted).

Strict 5 mph speed limit (USDA requirement for animal safety).

You MUST remain in your vehicle during the entirety of the tour.

Pets are not permitted in vehicles.

No riding in the bed of pickup trucks.

No motorcycles, motor homes, buses, or trailers are permitted.

Touching animals is not encouraged.

Feeding animals is prohibited.

LOUD NOISES --honking horns, music and yelling--are not permitted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The drive-thru trail is an unpaved dirt trail with loose stones, possible animal dung, and occasional mud puddles.

Some animals may not be visible on every drive-thru.

No refunds will be given for any reason after entering the safari fields.

ZOO EXHIBITS ARE NOT AVAILABLE  during the weekends of the self drive-thru.

Admission for the self drive-thru will be $9/person ages 3 through adult.

The Self Drive-Thru Safari pre-season/post-season option is available on select weekends only in April and November

from 10:00 a.m.  to 3:00 p.m.  

Please note: Only the Safari Tour Fields are open for the Self Drive-Thru option. Zoo exhibits are open during our regular season May 1st through October .

Adventure Awaits at Our Wildlife Safari Zoo

Say Hello to Our Animals

One of the best parts about our safari zoo in Pennsylvania is all the different animals you may see. More than 500 animals roam the safari fields freely at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. You may meet curious critters that are just as interested in you as you are in them — it is common for animals to approach the tour bus and get close enough for guests to reach out and touch them. Interacting with these animals is sure to be an unforgettable and highly beneficial experience for your party.

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Dedicated to providing our guests with the best possible experience, we are happy to introduce our safari station. Built and launched in 2015, the safari station includes the following:

• A comfortable holding area large enough to fit guests as they wait for their turn to hop aboard the cruiser
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Things to Keep in Mind for Your Next Safari Tour

To help guests get the most out of their animal safari in Pennsylvania, we encourage all to be mindful of when the tours begin. Rides go out right when the park opens, and guests are welcome to come early to avoid crowds or waiting in long lines. Our tours last around 45 minutes, providing plenty of time to take in the entire tour without tiring out the youngest in your group. The last tour departs our Safari Station one hour before closing.

Please be advised that we do not accept reservations for our tours as they are offered on a first come, first serve basis. However, even if you miss your preferred time, another is coming up shortly!

Plan Your Visit Today to Our Safari in Pennsylvania

Lake Tobias Wildlife Park welcomes guests from Central Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas to enjoy a first-hand experience with animals from six continents. Our safari tour allows visitors to witness a variety of majestic animals and gain insight into their way of life. Contact us today to learn more about our Pennsylvania safari tours and rates , or to view our park hours .

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The Comprehensive Guide to Moscow Nightlife

• Posted on April 14, 2018 July 26, 2018
• by Kings of Russia
• 8 minute read

Moscow’s nightlife scene is thriving, and arguably one of the best the world has to offer – top-notch Russian women, coupled with a never-ending list of venues, Moscow has a little bit of something for everyone’s taste. Moscow nightlife is not for the faint of heart – and if you’re coming, you better be ready to go Friday and Saturday night into the early morning.

This comprehensive guide to Moscow nightlife will run you through the nuts and bolts of all you need to know about Moscow’s nightclubs and give you a solid blueprint to operate with during your time in Moscow.

What you need to know before hitting Moscow nightclubs

Prices in moscow nightlife.

Before you head out and start gaming all the sexy Moscow girls , we have to talk money first. Bring plenty because in Moscow you can never bring a big enough bankroll. Remember, you’re the man so making a fuzz of not paying a drink here or there will not go down well.

Luckily most Moscow clubs don’t do cover fees. Some electro clubs will charge 15-20$, depending on their lineup. There’s the odd club with a minimum spend of 20-30$, which you’ll drop on drinks easily. By and large, you can scope out the venues for free, which is a big plus.

Bottle service is a great deal in Moscow. At top-tier clubs, it starts at 1,000$. That’ll go a long way with premium vodka at 250$, especially if you have three or four guys chipping in. Not to mention that it’s a massive status boost for getting girls, especially at high-end clubs.

Without bottle service, you should estimate a budget of 100-150$ per night. That is if you drink a lot and hit the top clubs with the hottest girls. Scale down for less alcohol and more basic places.

Dress code & Face control

Door policy in Moscow is called “face control” and it’s always the guy behind the two gorillas that gives the green light if you’re in or out.

In Moscow nightlife there’s only one rule when it comes to dress codes:

You can never be underdressed.

People dress A LOT sharper than, say, in the US and that goes for both sexes. For high-end clubs, you definitely want to roll with a sharp blazer and a pocket square, not to mention dress shoes in tip-top condition. Those are the minimum requirements to level the playing field vis a vis with other sharply dressed guys that have a lot more money than you do. Unless you plan to hit explicit electro or underground clubs, which have their own dress code, you are always on the money with that style.

Getting in a Moscow club isn’t as hard as it seems: dress sharp, speak English at the door and look like you’re in the mood to spend all that money that you supposedly have (even if you don’t). That will open almost any door in Moscow’s nightlife for you.

Types of Moscow Nightclubs

In Moscow there are four types of clubs with the accompanying female clientele:

High-end clubs:

These are often crossovers between restaurants and clubs with lots of tables and very little space to dance. Heavy accent on bottle service most of the time but you can work the room from the bar as well. The hottest and most expensive girls in Moscow go there. Bring deep pockets and lots of self-confidence and you have a shot at swooping them.

Regular Mid-level clubs:

They probably resemble more what you’re used to in a nightclub: big dancefloors, stages and more space to roam around. Bottle service will make you stand out more but you can also do well without. You can find all types of girls but most will be in the 6-8 range. Your targets should always be the girls drinking and ideally in pairs. It’s impossible not to swoop if your game is at least half-decent.

Basic clubs/dive bars:

Usually spots with very cheap booze and lax face control. If you’re dressed too sharp and speak no Russian, you might attract the wrong type of attention so be vigilant. If you know the local scene you can swoop 6s and 7s almost at will. Usually students and girls from the suburbs.

Electro/underground clubs:

Home of the hipsters and creatives. Parties there don’t mean meeting girls and getting drunk but doing pills and spacing out to the music. Lots of attractive hipster girls if that is your niche. That is its own scene with a different dress code as well.

What time to go out in Moscow

Moscow nightlife starts late. Don’t show up at bars and preparty spots before 11pm because you’ll feel fairly alone. Peak time is between 1am and 3am. That is also the time of Moscow nightlife’s biggest nuisance: concerts by artists you won’t know and who only distract your girls from drinking and being gamed. From 4am to 6am the regular clubs are emptying out but plenty of people, women included, still hit up one of the many afterparty clubs. Those last till well past 10am.

As far as days go: Fridays and Saturdays are peak days. Thursday is an OK day, all other days are fairly weak and you have to know the right venues.

The Ultimate Moscow Nightclub List

Short disclaimer: I didn’t add basic and electro clubs since you’re coming for the girls, not for the music. This list will give you more options than you’ll be able to handle on a weekend.

Preparty – start here at 11PM

Classic restaurant club with lots of tables and a smallish bar and dancefloor. Come here between 11pm and 12am when the concert is over and they start with the actual party. Even early in the night tons of sexy women here, who lean slightly older (25 and up).

The second floor of the Ugolek restaurant is an extra bar with dim lights and house music tunes. Very small and cozy with a slight hipster vibe but generally draws plenty of attractive women too. A bit slower vibe than Valenok.

Very cool, spread-out venue that has a modern library theme. Not always full with people but when it is, it’s brimming with top-tier women. Slow vibe here and better for grabbing contacts and moving on.

High-end: err on the side of being too early rather than too late because of face control.

Secret Room

Probably the top venue at the moment in Moscow . Very small but wildly popular club, which is crammed with tables but always packed. They do parties on Thursdays and Sundays as well. This club has a hip-hop/high-end theme, meaning most girls are gold diggers, IG models, and tattooed hip hop chicks. Very unfavorable logistics because there is almost no room no move inside the club but the party vibe makes it worth it. Strict face control.

Close to Secret Room and with a much more favorable and spacious three-part layout. This place attracts very hot women but also lots of ball busters and fakes that will leave you blue-balled. Come early because after 4am it starts getting empty fast. Electronic music.

A slightly kitsch restaurant club that plays Russian pop and is full of gold diggers, semi-pros, and men from the Caucasus republics. Thursday is the strongest night but that dynamic might be changing since Secret Room opened its doors. You can swoop here but it will be a struggle.

Mid-level: your sweet spot in terms of ease and attractiveness of girls for an average budget.

Started going downwards in 2018 due to lax face control and this might get even worse with the World Cup. In terms of layout one of the best Moscow nightclubs because it’s very big and bottle service gives you a good edge here. Still attracts lots of cute girls with loose morals but plenty of provincial girls (and guys) as well. Swooping is fairly easy here.

I haven’t been at this place in over a year, ever since it started becoming ground zero for drunken teenagers. Similar clientele to Icon but less chic, younger and drunker. Decent mainstream music that attracts plenty of tourists. Girls are easy here as well.

Sort of a Coyote Ugly (the real one in Moscow sucks) with party music and lots of drunken people licking each others’ faces. Very entertaining with the right amount of alcohol and very easy to pull in there. Don’t think about staying sober in here, you’ll hate it.

Artel Bessonitsa/Shakti Terrace

Electronic music club that is sort of a high-end place with an underground clientele and located between the teenager clubs Icon and Gipsy. Very good music but a bit all over the place with their vibe and their branding. You can swoop almost any type of girl here from high-heeled beauty to coked-up hipsters, provided they’re not too sober.

Afterparty: if by 5AM  you haven’t pulled, it’s time to move here.

Best afterparty spot in terms of trying to get girls. Pretty much no one is sober in there and savage gorilla game goes a long way. Lots of very hot and slutty-looking girls but it can be hard to tell apart who is looking for dick and who is just on drugs but not interested. If by 9-10am you haven’t pulled, it is probably better to surrender.

The hipster alternative for afterparties, where even more drugs are in play. Plenty of attractive girls there but you have to know how to work this type of club. A nicer atmosphere and better music but if you’re desperate to pull, you’ll probably go to Miks.

Weekday jokers: if you’re on the hunt for some sexy Russian girls during the week, here are two tips to make your life easier.

Chesterfield

Ladies night on Wednesdays means this place gets pretty packed with smashed teenagers and 6s and 7s. Don’t pull out the three-piece suit in here because it’s a “simpler” crowd. Definitely your best shot on Wednesdays.

If you haven’t pulled at Chesterfield, you can throw a Hail Mary and hit up Garage’s Black Music Wednesdays. Fills up really late but there are some cute Black Music groupies in here. Very small club. Thursday through Saturday they do afterparties and you have an excellent shot and swooping girls that are probably high.

Shishas Sferum

This is pretty much your only shot on Mondays and Tuesdays because they offer free or almost free drinks for women. A fairly low-class club where you should watch your drinks. As always the case in Moscow, there will be cute girls here on any day of the week but it’s nowhere near as good as on the weekend.

In a nutshell, that is all you need to know about where to meet Moscow girls in nightlife. There are tons of options, and it all depends on what best fits your style, based on the type of girls that you’re looking for.

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