Nature Centre, Restaurant, Cottages, Artist House for Sale in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

6 Ha Forested Nature Centre 12 Km From Airport

6 Ha Nature Centre for sale in forest with view over coastal plains, 25 km from Dar es Salaam City Centre, Tanzania.

Immersed in Nature, at the edge of a protected Forest Reserve, the property is 12 km. from the International Airport. Away from the city center and traffic congestion, ideal for further development. A first introduction to the African bush and starting point for safaris to Selous Game Reserve and Kilwa. Close to the airport, the Center is very suitable for stop over accommodation. Alternatively, the modest size of the property makes it a relaxing location for retirement.

The forested area has a football field, a tennis court (under construction)and 1 KM nature trail curling along the large variety of trees and plants.

The nature center is apart from a tourist attraction, popular with schools and students on field visits and camping trips.

One hill, overlooking the plains, provides residence for the guests and manager/owner, and is secured by natural fencing.

The adjacent hill is where the restaurant and pool are looking down on the valley.

Details: Nature Centre, Restaurant, Swimming-Pool, Tented Camp and Managers House

Size: 6 Ha

Location: 12 KM from Dar es Salaam International Airport or 20 to 30 minutes drive. On the edge of the 22 SQUAREKM Forest Reserve and 4 hours drive from Selous Game Reserve.

Water: Two Shallow Wells, a Saline Deep Well (topping up swimming pool), Rainwater Harvesting. Total water storage capacity 110 m 3 .

Electricity: 3 Phase supply from national grid and 25 kVA back-up generator - made Lister Petter.

Restaurant: 238 m2 floor area, four bathrooms and five showers. Kitchen of 30 m2 and terraces of 110 m2.

Pool: 110 m2 and 200m3 swimming-pool with dazzling view over coastal plain while swimming.

Developments: There are four luxurious family rondavels (Banda) of six meter diameter. Three are with an arty restroom with hot and cold shower and one rondavel has an Arab sultan bath. The design of the rondavels has been inspired by the history of the Swahili Coast, which was visited over the centuries by Arab, Chinese, Portuguese and Bantu traders/ invaders.

Several ideal campsites with a view have been cleared on the premises for guests pitching their tent. A bath house is available for the campers.

The build up area includes an office and workshop building, a two storey managers/ artist house of 173 m2, storage containers and a small laundry/generator house.

Development Options: The property is very suitable for construction of 10 to 15 additional huts without violating the natural tranquility of the area.

Recreation: The nature centre open for more than a decade is visited for sportive and recreational activities in and around the centre. Apart from the swimming pool there is a 1 km nature/running trail on the grounds. Popular hikes include visits to the cattle market, bat cave and cultural tourism. Other guest like to relax in the cool hall which will make you forget hot and humid Dar es Salaam.

Wildlife: The adjacent Forest Reserve is under significant urban pressure especially charcoal burning is a serious threat for the forest which has the status of a "Catchment Forest" . The cutting of trees is prohibited in a Catchment Forest. The Forest is well-known for its Galago/ Bush Baby population, but also occasional hyena, bush pig, various species of mongoose and Blue Monkey, Vervet Monkeys and Yellow Baboon are quite common. Most of the animals are aware of the safe haven at the Center and frequent on the premises.

Fencing: The natural vegetation around the property acts as a fence. Access to the premises is only possible at designated entrances.

Typographic: The Center is on the foot hills of the ancient Forest which further to the West and South are forming the Kazimzumbwi and Ruvu South Forest Reserves. The lowest level of the property is 113 masl and the highest 158 masl. The highest section is where the water tank is located providing the required water pressure. Sandstone layers in the subsoil explain the steep slopes which make the area very attractive for landscaping.

Price: 450.000€ (after tax)