Accommodation in Lake manyara

Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge is perched on the edge of the Mto Wa Mbu escarpment with one of the greatest views over the Great Rift Valley and its soda lake. It is difficult to imagine a more spectacular setting.

The lake is renowned among ornithologists for its birds of prey and the famous tree-climbing lions that inhabit the woodland that nestles between the lake and the Rift Valley.

The lodge glows with tranquillity and peace. The design was inspired by the area’s abundant bird life – swooping curves are complemented by soft, geometric patterns and stylish plaster mouldings adorn the walls.

Accommodation and public areas are housed in individual thatched circular buildings and are a tribute to local architectural traditions.

The lodge has 67 bedrooms and a stunning swimming pool with exceptional views of Lake Manyara. Activities, which are one of the lodge’s specialities, include daily excursions to the Great Rift Valley and National Park, walking safaris, mountain bike and canoe safaris, mountain climbing, nature walks and traditional dance performances in the evenings. The lodge is a favourite of young clients seeking adventure activities and of those looking for a safari experience that is different from the usual one and which brings the visitors into close contact with nature and wildlife.

Kirurumu Tented Lodge is set high on the edge of the Great Rift Valley, enjoying a marvellous, uplifting and panoramic view eastward over Lake Manyara, the Rift floor and Mt. Losimingori. Behind Kirurumu, the Ngorongoro Highlands rise in green and fertile splendour and form the gateway to Ngorongoro Crater and, finally, Olduvai Gorge, the Serengeti and our own 200 sq. km. game-rich Loliondo Concession which immediately borders the Serengeti.

It consists of 20 tented camps, fully en suite bathrooms, hot and cold running water and a bar complete with sun-deck and panoramic views of the rift valley.

Perched on the edge of the escarpment overlooking Lake Manyara the views from the lodge are outstanding. At this height the air is much fresher than in the valley below making this an ideal place to relax. The Ngorongoro may be reached in just under two hours driving making this a suitable place to stay on a short safari.

Facilities include fine gardens, bar, restaurant and a swimming pool.

Lake Manyara, Tanzania On the remote south western shores of Lake Manyara, Lake Manyara Tree Lodge (10 Tree-houses) is the only camp in the small but diverse Lake Manyara National Park. The lake is incredibly beautiful against a backdrop of the plunging walls of the Great Rift Valley, grassy floodplains and ancient forests. The Park is excellent for viewing elephant, tree-climbing lion, impressive herds of buffalo, and exceptional birdlife.

Luxurious safari tree house suites: Crafted from local timber and makuti (palm fronds), Lake Manyara Tree Lodge is discreetly tucked away in an ancient mahogany forest in close proximity to the exquisite soda lake.
Each tree house suite features large windows to invite the lush forest inside. The classically elegant rooms are fitted with contemporary furnishings in neutral colours and textures. Bedrooms have overhead fans, mosquito nets and earthy, understated features.

Overlooking a forest boma (outdoor dining area), guest areas are soaring spaces housing Dodoma artworks and tactile fabrics. An interactive kitchen allows guests to observe the preparation of delicious Pan-African cuisine which may be enjoyed in the theatrical boma, on dining decks, or on your private viewing deck with spectacular forest views.

The old-colonial farmhouse built by German settlers in the 20’s retains character of a well-looked-after-private house with roaring fires and friendly hospitality. The oldest traveler’s lodge in the Northern Tanzanian safari circuit historic Gibb’s Farm is a grand old dame with a small and intimate cluster of cottages surrounded by coffee fields and a dairy. English farm meals, afternoon tea served in the Farm House or expansive lush floral gardens have calmed and restored international travelers for over 50 years.

Location
Gibb’s Farm hugs a quarter-mile of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area’s Forest, part of a 3,200 square mile reserve, located just a half hour between the gates of Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Manyara National Park. Walks into the Ngorongoro Forest Reserve bring one face to face with waterfalls, wildlife and adventure. The area between Gibb’s Farm and the Crater Rim (approximately 7,200 ~ 7,600 feet elevation) is heavily forested and inhabited by elephant, buffalo and elusive bushbuck, bushpig and many more species. Birdlife is abundant and the Farm’s bird list boasts nearly 250.

Accommodation
Twenty charming cottages built of local materials, of cement, local stone and tin roof tops and fireplaces, bathrooms are en suite and have a shower. Gibb’s Farm is currently undergoing a major rooms refit which will is expected to be finished by early 2007. Some of these cottages which are now finished and can be booked specifically for a premium price are of local stone and tin roof tops with rich wooden floors and classic interiors with wrap-around windows. The garden bathrooms are en suite and have two showers, bathtub, twin hand basins and separate w.c. From the private veranda a diversity of farm life may be viewed in the valley below. A fireplace heats the bathroom, sitting and bed areas.

Manyara Tented Camp is the ideal place for starting and finishing your safari. It is on the doorstep of some of the finest animal reserves and scenery in Africa. Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree climbing lions, is at a ten minutes' drive.

The Camp is set on thirty-five acres of acacia forest in a secluded part of Migungani Village.

Facilities. Fairy-tale setup in the evenings, Semi-luxury tents with attached bathroom, Each tent has its private veranda, Restaurant and bar, Room service, Fire place, Year round green garden, *Nature walk.