Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge 

Maasai-inspired, lake-view luxury

Take in the far-reaching views from this large lodge with rooms scattered throughout pretty grounds.

Standing high on a bluff overlooking the gleaming waters of Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge has some of the best views around. Antelope and baboons roam the grounds, and the lodge offers easy access to the nearby national park. Thanks to a local community-run programme a whole host of activities are possible here, including mountain biking, forest walks, canoeing and even night game drives. The infinity pool is a focal point, with a pool bar encouraging you to soak up the views for longer.

Inside the lodge buildings you’ll find vibrantly colourful frescos that depict the patterns of migratory birds, the swirling motifs of Maasai bomas and local landscapes. Breakfast and lunch are buffet-style, with set menu options for dinner which is served in the dining room or on the terrace if you prefer.

Why we love Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

  • The lake views are the centre-piece, whether you’re relaxing in the hilltop infinity pool, at the restaurant deck or on your private veranda

  • Thanks to a local community-run programme, activities include mountain biking, forest walks, canoeing and night game drives

  • People are mainly drawn to Manyara for its amazing birds – there are over 300 migratory species here, including flamingos and long-crested eagles

  • Enjoy drinks at sunset on the escarpment cliffs, with Lake Manyara shimmering in the distance

4 stars
Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge sits in an elevated position on the Mto wa Mbu escarpment, just north of Lake Manyara National Park
It’s a 2.5-hour drive, or a 20-minute flight from Arusha

Facilities

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Board
  • Activities
  • Sustainability

The Flamingo restaurant has been built like a Maasai boma with a cathedral-like ceiling. Food is made with ingredients sourced from communities around the national park and after dinner, they hold Maasai dance and music performances on the terrace. For a special dining experience, you can book a bush breakfast or dinner, which will be set up on the edge of the escarpment, with a campfire and lake views.

Whats Included

Full Board • Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the dining room • Park fees.

Most guests spend a day exploring Lake Manyara National Park on a game drive where you may see elephants, giraffes. antelopes and hippos. If you’re lucky, you might spot endangered rhinos and Manyara’s rare tree-climbing lions. With over 300 migratory species, bird watching is as popular activity. If you want to explore further, there are nature walks, mountain biking and canoeing on the lake.

(delete as applicable) Full Board Package • Breakfast, lunch and dinner • Park fees OR Lodge Package • Breakfast, lunch and dinner • One game drive at Lake Manyara • Park fees • Airstrip transfers

Serena Hotels is committed to a number of sustainability initiatives. The accommodation is built using natural materials and by local workers. They subsidise medical care for the local community and have introduced inverters to reduce the use of diesel generators.

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