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Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge is nestled in a peaceful location within the Lake Manyara National Park, offering a stunning view of Tanzania's Mto wa Mbu escarpment. The lodge is designed to reflect the brilliant birdlife of the region with avian curves and wall frescoes depicting migratory patterns, while the accommodation, housed in circular two-story rondavels, offers traditional charm and modern amenities. The lodge provides opportunities for game drives, outdoor excursions, village tours, lounging by the "vanishing horizon" pool, and dining at the Flamingo Restaurant, with the option of arranging a bush meal. Additionally, Lake Manyara is a popular destination for birdwatching, as it is home to over 300 migratory birds, including flamingos, eagles, and kingfishers. The park is also abundant in wildlife, with sightings of monkeys, hyenas, giraffes, elephants, and many more.
Spread along the edge of the cliff to allow for the most incredible views, our accommodation consists of circular, double-storey, whitewashed “rondavels” (traditional circular buildings with conical thatched roofs), which include their own small veranda. The interior décor echoes the blue of the lake and the pink of its flamingos. Behind each bed hangs a spectacular hand-woven rug, while furnishings and fittings reflect traditional Maasai beadwork.
Spread along the edge of the cliff to allow for the most incredible views, our accommodation consists of circular, double-storey, whitewashed “rondavels” (traditional circular buildings with conical thatched roofs), which include their own small veranda. The interior décor echoes the blue of the lake and the pink of its flamingos. Behind each bed hangs a spectacular hand-woven rug, while furnishings and fittings reflect traditional Maasai beadwork.
Spread along the edge of the cliff to allow for the most incredible views, our accommodation consists of circular, double-storey, whitewashed “rondavels” (traditional circular buildings with conical thatched roofs), which include their own small veranda. The interior décor echoes the blue of the lake and the pink of its flamingos. Behind each bed hangs a spectacular hand-woven rug, while furnishings and fittings reflect traditional Maasai beadwork.
Enjoy a luxurious stay in the Losimingori Suite at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, featuring elegant decor with a sky blue and dusky pink color palette, a king-sized bed with a walk-in mosquito net, a dressing area, and a marble ensuite bathroom. The suite also offers a separate sitting room with a fully stocked mini-bar, a digital multi-channel TV, and a balcony with panoramic views of the lake and Losimingori Mountain.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Fan, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cooking Courses, Cycling, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, Gourmet Picnic, Massages, Natural History Tours, Night Drives, Practice Green, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Child Friendly Activities, Cooking Courses, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Hiking, Massages, Mountain Biking, Natural History Tours, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wildlife Tours
Enjoy a tour of the unique Tanzanian village of Mto Wa Mbu, home to over 120 tribes across Africa. Interact with the locals and learn about the diverse lifestyles and heritage of this remarkable village. Other sites to visit include farms, schools, churches, a milling machine and much more.
For those who don’t have the time, energy or ability to walk in the village we can take you on a tour through the village on a Tuk Tuk motorbike.
Get a firsthand view of life in the vibrant village: enjoy an invigorating ride through Mto Wa Mbu village and visit local farms, a school, a church, a milling machine and a local bar.
After a late-afternoon game drive, enjoy a delicious bush dinner prepared by Swahili Canteen. Experience the different nocturnal wildlife as you savour an elaborate hot dinner, complete with tablecloths and authentic Swahili dishes.
Catch stunning vistas of the Rift Valley wall as you glide along a trail that heads out to the lakeshore.
Mingle with our guide and learn more about the local ecosystem, birdlife and wildlife.
Learn basic Swahili words that can be useful over the course of your safari.
Available Wednesday & Thursday 9:00pm to 10:00pm
Under the expert guidance of our chef, prepare a selection of dishes and learn more about the local cuisine.
Available Monday & Sunday 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Rejuvenate your body as you let go of stress and tension through stretches and meditation. Exercises are beginner level; a mat, towels and water are provided.
Available Daily 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Translate your impressions of your surroundings and the emotions they stir within you into art, using your paintbrush as a form of expression.
Open Daily
Enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour long canoe safari on Lake Manyara from the Endala picnic site. The guide will be on hand during the activity to ensure your safety and to explain some of the natural history of Manyara and its surroundings.
Take an exhilarating bike safari through the forest, where you’ll spot monkeys, diverse birdlife and butterflies unique to the environment.
Experience the ancient and elegant discipline of Recurve Target Archery with the help of modern-day equipment. We offer a variety of fun dynamic and challenging Archery Target activities that can be enjoyed as an individual or as a group or team.
*Open Daily
Our elegant restaurant is designed to replicate a Maasai boma, with swirling primary colours on textured white walls and traditional beadwork, gourds and leatherwork.
Breakfast is presented buffet-style and features global fare, complemented by the finest Tanzanian coffee and tea. We also offer a full English breakfast – as well as the opportunity for guests to watch their meal being prepared by the chef in an exciting live cooking environment.
Our buffet lunch typically includes meat, poultry, fish and vegetarian options. Table d'hôte dinner menus feature a salad buffet, soup, an entrée, dessert, cheese and biscuits and tea or coffee. Vegetarian options are always available. The majority of our meat and dairy products, as well as our fruits and vegetables are sourced from the communities that surround Lake Manyara National Park. Guests are invited to learn how to cook and serve traditional dishes as well.
Choose from a broad selection of old- and new-world wines, as well as local and imported beers and spirits. We also offer a wide range of soft drinks, fruit juices and and herbal infusions.
In addition to our dining room, we’re pleased to offer a scenic outdoor terrace with awe-inspiring lake views. Join us here for atmospheric evening cocktails and outdoor BBQs, or reserve a private party. Our terrace is also the venue for cultural dance and music performances, which are usually held after supper.
Begin your day with breakfast in our bush dining area, which is located on the top of the escarpment and boasts panoramic views across the lake. Just a short stroll from the lodge, it offers safari chairs and tables and a full team of chefs ready to prepare a full English breakfast, which will be cooked on blazing charcoal stoves in front of you.
Alternatively, you can take a picnic breakfast in the bush whilst on a game drive (packed breakfasts can be provided at no additional cost, or a tailored “bush breakfast” experience can be planned).
The concept of enjoying a drink in the bush whilst watching the sun go down dates back to the great safaris of the 1920s. In keeping with this tradition, the lodge offers a selection of sundowner venues, both on the escarpment edge and within Lake Manyara National Park itself. Begin with a gentle stroll or drive to the chosen spot where chairs, lamps, campfire and a bush bar with cocktail snacks will already have been set up. Musical entertainment can also be provided.
There are few things as magical as dining beneath the stars in the heart of the African bush. Our lodge has its own al fresco dining area, located on the edge of the escarpment cliffs and offering magnificent views across the lake.
On arrival to the dining area, you will be invited to enjoy cocktails around the campfire while your selection of meat and fish is prepared on the glowing charcoal stoves. After dinner, a display of traditional dance, song and theatre is offered.
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge is a member of the Mbu Cultural Tourism Programme, which is run by the local community. Part of this programme is the village lunch – a unique insight into the daily life of local residents. Guests enjoy a fascinating stroll around the village in the company of a trained guide, followed by a delicious buffet lunch in a pretty clearing amongst the banana plantations.
