LUXURY ACCOMMODATION IN LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
1.Lemala Manyara
Lemala Manyara is a luxury accommodation in Lake Manyara National Park and far from the crowds, Lemala Manyara has an incredible location on the edge of an acacia woodland overlooking the lake. There are virtually no Tsetse flies in this section of the park.
All the tents face the lake and are constantly cooled by the breeze from the lake. Guests are treated to beautiful sunrises, while in the evening they may enjoy sundowners on the lakeshore. The area is frequented by wildlife including elephants, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest and even lions which are sometimes attracted by the seasonal waterhole in front of the campfire.
The traditional seasonal safari camp is supremely comfortable and blends into the surroundings. Each spacious tent is fitted with large single- or king-size beds with warm duvets, wooden flooring with rugs, 24-hour solar lighting, and en-suite bathrooms with dressing areas, flush toilets and great safari showers. The mess tent is beautifully furnished with grand sofas, lamps, bookshelves and corner cabinets in old wood, chests and rugs.
It is believed that Lemala Manyara has one of the most beautiful spots on the northern circuit. Together with all the activities on offer in a gorgeous, virtually Tsetse-free and crowd-free corner of the park, we are sure that you will fall in love with this camp as many previous guests have already done.
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Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
Its a Luxury accommodation in Lake Manyara National Park located on a towering terracotta escarpment and offers panoramic views over the waters of Lake Manyara. The lodge offers 67 double bedrooms and one luxurious suite.
The rooms are circular, double-storey and with white rondavels. Meals are available daily in a spacious dining room that features an interior bar area and a central buffet with both inside and outside seating.
A breakfast and lunch buffet are available, while the dinner menu features a salad buffet, soup, an entrée, pudding, cheese and biscuits and tea and coffee. You can also get a romantic bush dinner on request for honeymoon couples.
The hotel also offers an eternity pool with a poolside bar for guests’ enjoyment. A tented conference room, wedding planning services, Wi-Fi facilities and a business center are also available to guest as well as a Satellite TV room.
Activities include mountain biking, canoeing and forest walks, while cultural choices include tours of the neighboring villages and dance displays by the local Iraqw and Sukuma people.
The lodge is located 130 km from Arusha and is adjacent to the colorful market town of Mto wa Mbu (Mosquito Creek) where several tribes converge to form a cultural mix that is one of the richest in Africa.
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Escarpment Luxury Lodge
It invites you to experience the incredible beauty of the African bush. With expanses of windows and doors that mean that you have nature right around you as you sit in the comfort of the superbly appointed bar and lounge area, and a spreading deck surrounding the main lodge affording you breathtaking views of the lake and the gorge upon which the lodge perches. Watch pelican sweep the skies as you take sundowners, see the sun slip like a segment of orange into the hills and listen to the sounds of Africa nestle up to you as night slides in.
Escarpment Luxury Lodge boast 16 excellently appointed and private chalets offering double, singles and triples. Each chalet has its own private deck from which you can view the lake below you and watch wildlife as it drifts through the lodge grounds. Abundant bird life fills the trees and bushes which grow right up to your deck affording you the sense of being immediate with the natural bush of Africa while luxuriating in your private chalet.
Facilities
Wooden floors and wide windows and doors add to the natural feel and comfort of the lodge. Also, there are large beds with sumptuous linen and leather sofas in your own small lounge area. There is also a large, deep bath from which you can survey the bush and the lake. Each chalet boasts both an inside and outside shower. Imagine the glory of taking a shower under African stars as you listen to the night sounds of the bush around you. Alternatively, you can have early morning outdoor showers to the rising sun and the sound of birds waking.
Maasai culture
Wake in the mornings to the gentle sound of a wooden cow-bell, straight from the neck of a Maasai cow. Thereafter, take your tea, or indeed any meal, on your deck and enjoy sundowners as you watch the sun set. Artefacts from the Maasai culture complete the look of your chalet. Additionally, there are luxurious chandeliers, soft linens and leather sofas as well as the ethnicity of local goods.
Venturing out from the idyllic surrounds of Escarpment Luxury Lodge you will find any number of immersive activities available to you. Stroll through the lodge grounds with a Maasai warrior and unravel the little mysteries that nature has to offer. Take a guided walking safari in Lake Manyara National Park, Tarangire National Park or the Serengeti where you could possibly even take to the skies on a majestic hot-air balloon. Climb the Great Rift Valley Gorge or take any number of game drive options in the surrounding parks and conservancies.
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Ol Tukai Manyara
Lemala Manyara is a luxury accommodation in Lake Manyara National Park situated on the shores of Lake Manyara, and is a hidden gem in one of the most beautiful regions of Tanzania. The total privacy afforded by the secluded location makes this an idyllic retreat for couples and nature lovers.
There are two unique bungalows overlooking the lake and the escarpment. King-size beds are ideal for waking up to a beautiful sunrise. There are also four spacious tents available, of which all have twin- or double beds. Both the bungalows and the tents have private verandas, perfect for viewing the variety of birdlife in the area.
The lodge is popular for its daily delicious meals. Additionally, you can enjoy these meals in the rustic dining area or under the African sky. Guests can spend lazy afternoons relaxing in their rooms, or spend evenings relaxing beside the fire pit.
Some of the activities that guests can enjoy include taking a walk along the lake shore, or across the plains scattered with doum palms and acacia trees. The lodge is located in a private wildlife concession which allows lets guests enjoy exclusive game viewing opportunities. Activities are tailor-made for each guest, ensuring that they have an unforgettable and unique experience.
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Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
Location
A stunning property with a series of rooms on stilts, set out amongst the forests to the west of Lake Manyara. As you drive down through Lake Manyara National Park there is a rapid change of environment from the natural forests in the north, to the barren, scrubby and boulder strewn regions further south. Coming over a rocky rise, you can view a virgin forest. Also, you can enjoy a cool and serene environment around the lodge.
Rooms
Each of the rooms sits at around 10 feet above the forest floor and has a large balcony running along the outside. There is also a small table and chairs in which to really soak up the atmosphere. The room interiors wonderfully bring the exterior inside with opening doors and screens that allow the flow of air. Moreover, by using luxurious fixtures and furniture, you will feel as comfortable as possible.
Layout
The communal areas of the camp also have a great little barbeque area out in front of the lounge. Additionally, there is a dining area with a small swimming pool.
