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AMBUA LODGE, located at 7000 feet in the Tari Gap area borders
on pristine mid montane rainforest at the beginning of the valley grasslands. This location promises the visitor
eternal spring weather and magnificent views of the Tari Valley. The forest canopy, a dense mass of interlocking
tree tops of all shades of green and the occasional bright splash of color, provides a natural setting and an exhilarating
climate for venturing along the nature trails - cross traditional vine bridges, discover a secluded waterfall,
and spot high altitude orchids and rhododendrons.
Take advantage of the birding in the Tari Gap area where one
may chance to observe up to 10 species of the birds of paradise. The flamboyant Huli Wigmen of the Tari Valley
have formed a strong bond between themselves and these beautiful birds, men revere the birds by imitating them
in both daily and ceremonial life, decorating their human hair wigs with the plumage of only the most beautiful
birds.
Tari is one of the few places left where men and women can be
seen wearing traditional dress as part of daily living and men's wealth is still counted by the number of pigs
and wives they possess. The Lodge features Highlands architecture with a main building housing the lounge, bar,
dining room, and a cozy center fireplace. Separate are the video room, heated spa, and sauna.
Guests are accommodated in 40 individual units set in a sea
of flowers, each unit featuring 180 degree picture windows, modern bathroom, and electric blankets and continental
quilts for the cool highland evenings. Ambua generates electricity from its own mini hydro electric power plant.
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