services:
- Ensuite rooms
- Rain showers
- Swimming pool
- Massage & wellness
- Open-aired restaurant & bar
- WiFi
- Equipment rental store
- Free car parking
“chanya” in kiswahili translates to “positive”
We seek for the essence of this word to permeate throughout the lodge – our aim is to create a positive impact on our valued guests, communities and the environment around us.
Chanya Lodge is nestled on the outskirts of Moshi town, in Tanzania (East Africa), at the foothills of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro. The prime location of the lodge is a 50-minute drive away from Kilimanjaro International Airport, making it an ideal stay for trekkers, safari seekers, business people and families. Guests are warmly welcomed by the smiles of friendly, helpful staff and accommodated in one of 32 en-suite rooms. The lodge is known for its abundant green carpeted-grass gardens, multi-cuisine restaurant and its large swimming pool.
ancestry & contemporary:
The lodge has a family heritage and history since the year of its establishment 1988. The roots of the lodge have positively evolved throughout the years with the involvement of three different generations. With the most recent refurbishments, we aspire to give guests the experience of true Tanzanian hospitality and nature’s charm combined with exceptional comforts. With a connection to the past, the staff and visitors become a part of our extended family, resulting to what we hope is a home away from home for each of one of our guests.
rooms
The lodge comprises of 32 fully furnished cosy rooms with a mixture of singles, doubles, twins and triples, in a semi-bungalow style setting. The theme of “Tanzanian culture” penetrates throughout the accommodation, where each guest can experience a hot rain shower in the en-suite bathrooms; or stay-in, relax and put their feet up on our African wooden beds. A veranda extends from every room, providing a personal seating area for the guests to rejuvenate with nature’s fresh air.
team
When you arrive at what we hope is a home away from home, you will spend your stay with a Tanzanian “family” comprising of friendly, helpful, trustful team of staff who follow a “stay positive” philosophy. They are ever-ready to help, especially when one would need them the most, during a medical emergency or the resolving of delayed luggage matters etc. as examples.
restaurant dining & wining
Dining at our open-aired restaurant and bar is commonly known to be finger-licking experience with cuisines including Tanzanian, Indian and Continental. Meal options may be from one of the following:
- a la carte menus
- set menus (posted on the restaurant’s board)
- buffets
Meal plans can include bed & breakfast, half board or full board. Picnic lunch boxes can be placed on order. We are happy to meet special dietary requirements including allergies, gluten free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan and other needs. Our fully stocked bar has beverages from around the globe including fresh seasonal fruit juices, Tanzanian world-class coffee, a cold Kilimanjaro beer and more!
chanya services
The warm welcoming reception staff assist guests to one of 32 en-suite rooms with attached extended verandas. The experience of a hot rain-shower in our bathrooms is an experience not to be missed! The open-aired restaurant within the premises offers complimentary WiFi and surprises guests with a variety of cuisines and a fully stocked bar with local and international beverages. One can spend time enjoying a dip in the swimming pool and a massage, and other wellness facilities such as yoga and spa that may be available; or one can simply relax in the vast lush gardens. Safe and luggage storage space is available for keeping valuables or excess luggage that can be stored away during one’s stay or even during a Kilimanjaro or safari adventure. There are ample spaces available for parking. Your safety is important to us and the lodge is secured with 24-hour security.
The gift shop and the equipment rental store are known to be a one-stop-shop for the guest’s needs. Located within the premises, the gift shop offers an exciting range of local arts and crafts, souvenirs, clothing and many other items to choose from. One can expect to find some of the highest quality imported equipment for Kilimanjaro climbs or camping safaris; a selection ranging from sleeping bags, walking poles, gaiters, duffel bags, mattresses and many more.
the “chanya” impact
We strive to leave a positive impact on the guests, communities and environment around us with a “stay positive, positive stay” attitude.
Environment: Those that have visited us know we care for the land; we love planting trees, flowers and plants, which has resulted in more than 60% of the lodge being covered in lush greenery. Our aim is to reduce plastic usage and waste, and encourage recycling by offering a refillable water supply and recycling with local community eco-bricking projects. With the help of our valued guests we aim to save water and be energy efficient and make a difference.
Communities: The majority of our Chanya Lodge family is born and bred in Tanzania, some of which come from extremely disadvantaged backgrounds. Our belief is that each member should stand strong economically through employment, so that they can support themselves and others. We care for the community and take preference in purchasing locally produced items from groceries to amnesties and furniture. Each guest that stays with us helps us to contribute towards the children with special needs in our Kilimanjaro region.
Together we are a part of making a positive change!
location:
The accommodation is conveniently situated 6km away from Moshi’s busy town centre, allowing guests to stay in tranquillity away from the hustle, bustle and noise. With only a 50-minute drive to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport, the lodge in addition has easy drivable access to all Kilimanjaro National Park gates, making it an ideal stay for Kilimanjaro trekkers and safari seekers. It is located off the main road from Dar es Salaam and Arusha, creating a perfect opportunity for a stopover en-route for couples, families and business people.
| Distances: | |
|---|---|
| Moshi town centre | 06 km |
| Kilimanjaro International Airport | 46 km |
| Machame gate | 36 km |
| Marangu | 34 km |
| Mweka gate | 20 km |
| Arusha | 86 km |
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