Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

Cliff-top lodge on the Mto wa Mbu escarpment overlooking Lake Manyara National Park, with bird-inspired architecture, circular rondavel rooms, and an infinity pool.

The stay

Settle into Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge

Set on Tanzania's towering Mto wa Mbu escarpment, Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge offers a peaceful location amidst the rich wildlife and tranquility of Lake Manyara National Park. The lake is home to over 300 migratory bird species including flamingoes, long-crested eagles and grey-headed kingfishers; the lodge's architecture mimics this birdlife, with swooping avian curves and vibrantly coloured wall frescoes depicting migratory patterns. Accommodation is housed in circular, double-storey whitewashed 'rondavels' spread along the cliff edge for incredible views, with interior decor echoing the blue of the lake and pink of its flamingoes, hand-woven rugs, and Maasai beadwork furnishings. The Losimingori Suite adds a separate sitting area, flat-screen TV and balcony. Flamingo Restaurant is designed to replicate a Maasai boma and opens onto a terrace with lake views, complemented by bush dining experiences including bush breakfast, village lunch, sundowners on the escarpment, and themed bush dinners. The lodge also offers a heated infinity pool, Maisha Spa, archery, yoga, and Swahili and cooking lessons, plus a conference space for up to 80 guests.

Highlights

Perched on the Mto wa Mbu escarpment overlooking Lake Manyara National Park
Bird-inspired architecture with swooping curves and colourful frescoes, reflecting the lake's 300+ migratory bird species
Circular whitewashed rondavel rooms with Maasai beadwork and hand-woven rugs
Flamingo Restaurant styled as a Maasai boma, plus bush breakfast, bush dinner, and village lunch experiences
Heated infinity pool with escarpment views
Conference space for up to 80 guests with a safari-tent look and feel