Tanzania has 800 Km of coast line bordering the Indian Ocean and the exotic spicy Islands of Zanzibar forty Km off shore from Dar es Salaam. Main areas enjoy magnificent views into the crater through double storey windows where guests can enjoy the friendly hospitality for which Sopa Lodges are renowned. Open fireplaces are features of the bar, lounge and dining room. Satellite TV and video is available. There is a bracing, 'high altitudeswimming pool and gift shop.
Agriculture is the predominant sector of the Tanzanian economy.
Sisal and tea are grown on large estates. Farmers have also been encouraged to produce essential food crops, especially cassava and maize. One of the major economic objectives of Tanzania is to increase self-sufficiency in food. The period between 1926 and 1960 and immediately after independence of Tanganyika up to 1967, saw the private sector playing a leading role in the development of the mineral sector. As such the Government played the role of regulation, monitoring, promotion and facilitation of the pri-vate sector.