Sanctuary Swala has been making an important contribution to the education of children in local communities for several years, with the aim of raising awareness of the importance of environmental conservation. Farmers in communities bordering national parks are in fact heavily affected by the wildlife that raids their fields and kills their livestock. It is therefore important that the new generations know the importance of preserving African megafauna such as elephants and lions, so that they learn to live with it and respect it. In addition to contributing to the construction of two elementary schools in this area (Gijedabung and Mwikantsi) and providing them with drinking water and solar energy, Sanctuary Swala supports several projects to improve student conditions and the quality of teaching. It provides accommodation for teachers, textbooks and feeding programs that include lunch at school. In 2016, a major literacy program was launched in these schools in collaboration with Worldreader. The program uses digital readers to access books in English and in native language in order to improve reading comprehension and inspire a passion for learning. Guests of Sanctuary Swala have the opportunity to visit schools led by students happy to provide information about the educational context and eager to practice their English.
Sanctuary Swala, formerly Swala Camp, is nestled in a beautiful acacia forest at the edge of the savanna in the southwest corner of the Tarangire National Park, one of the most exciting parks in the country. In the heart of Maasai country Sanctuary Swala offers a very exclusive safari experience thanks to picturesque landscapes filled with ancient baobab trees, ambling elephants and birds in flight. Built to the highest eco-friendly standards, this camp has a particularly low-carbon footprint. The 12 luxurious canvas tents are shaded by tall acacia trees and all are within sight of the well-frequented water hole which regularly draws lions, leopards and bull elephants. Exquisitely furnished with traditional materials, the tents at Sanctuary Swala are luxurious but in harmony with the nature. All tents feature comfortable king or twin beds, chairs and sofas, as well as en-suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor shower. At the center of the camp there are a main dining area, a deck and a library lifted on stilts around an enormous and ancient baobab tree; there also is an infinity swimming pool overlooking the landscape. A personal attendant will take care of each couple of guests.
