Twiga Business Lounge

Begin your holiday early Twiga Business Lounge

The US$ 314 million Terminal 3 has transformed operations at the Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam with total airport capacity increased to 6.8 million passengers annually. Among the new terminal’s features is Air Tanzania’s Twiga Business Lounge. Here, lounge manager Muntazir Dazoo details the exclusive hospitality available to travellers.

You can’t miss it!

Mr Dazoo says: “After you pass security clearance, and come up the escalator in Terminal 3, the Twiga Business Lounge is directly to your right. You cannot miss our mascot, the three-metre tall ‘twiga’ (giraffe) standing right in front of it.”

Food and drink around the clock

“The lounge offers both a buffet service and an à la carte menu. The buffet is made up of Tanzanian, Indian and continental food choices. The à la carte menu, provides you with hot, freshly made snacks such as samosas and traditional cassava, as well as freshly made sandwiches of your choice. Both options are available 24 hours. “We also have a fully-fledged bar, providing alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. This is also open 24hours.”

A relaxing environment

“The lounge’s décor is Mediterranean merged with a traditional African concept. This therefore creates an atmosphere which is relaxing and soothing to passengers ahead of their travel. We have spacious seating arrangements and can cater for up to 130 passengers. For those who wish to work, then work-stations are available, comfortable sofas are available for families, private enclosures for those who want privacy, and recliners are available in a dedicated quiet sleeping area. We also provide fresh towels and a shower/changing area.”

Catch up on work

“We have conveniently located work-tables with electrical outlets to allow for device charging. There are numerous USB outlets placed throughout the lounge. We also provide super-fast WIFI connection to allow for ease of working.”

Outdoor space

“The lounge also has access to an outdoor courtyard. Here you are able to enjoy the sunshine and have a smoke if you choose.”

Not just for business travellers

“Economy passengers from any airline can access the services of the lounge at a cost of US$ 35. The lounge also accepts Priority Pass and Diners’ Club passengers.

A team to attend to your needs

“We have a team of 35 staff, of which 30 are dedicated to looking after the passengers throughout the 24-hour period.”

For more information, visit www.twigalounge.co.tz