Lake Manyara Serena Lodge

Country:  Tanzania

Location: Lake Manyara

Style: Safari Lodge

 


Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge stands high on the edge of a towering terracotta escarpment with panoramic views over Lake Manyara, and offers a blend of tranquility, wildlife discovery, and ornithological richness.

Grouped around a central ‘vanishing horizon' pool, this lodge features a simple timbered reception area, built in traditional African style, which is accessed via a bridge over a small stream.  

Beyond the reception are the central dining room, bar and veranda, below which lies the pool. Perched on the very edge of the cliffs, with views over the lake, is the pool bar and observation point. 
 
Dotted around the grounds, all with views over the lake, are a series of circular, white-washed 2 storey thatched ‘rondavels', which house the rooms.   Each spacious circular room has its own small veranda.  The interior décor reflects the blue of the lake and the pink of its flamingos.   Behind each bed hangs a spectacular hand woven rug, while the furnishings and fittings reflect traditional Masai beadwork.

Room facilities include: telephone and WiFi, laundry, valet and shoeshine services, mineral water and toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, snacks and drinks room service, hairdryers, safes (available from reception), 24-hour medical service, children's meals, beds, babysitting.

Overlooking Lake Manyara, with views to Losimingori Mountain, the secluded, exclusive and spacious Losimingori Suite is presented in sky blue and dusky pink, which echo the colours of the lake below.

Facilities on offer are tented conference room, wedding planning and honeymoon venue, gift shop, business centre, WiFi and satellite TV  room.

A wide variety of  activities for you to choose from include:  daily morning and  afternoon game drives around the lake; bush dinner site within the grounds;  extensive selection of sports and activities; cultural dance and music; night game drives; canoeing safaris and boating trips on the lake; visits to the villages of the Mbu Cultural Tourism Programme offering village walks (with lunch); bicycle tours and boating trips; high-action mountain biking around the park and adjacent landscapes; day trips to nearby Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park; morning bird walks; wildlife talks; audio-visual presentations and talks on the heritage and traditions of the local tribes.

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