Fodor's Expert Review Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Lake Manyara National Park, Manyara, Tanzania
On the edge of an escarpment this lodge presents a cluster of clean, en suite, double-story rondavels with breathtaking views over the lake. Good for a short stopover, the decor is slightly dated and the showers tiny, but what it lacks in aesthetics it makes up for in a program of varied activities. You can take Swahili lessons, amble along a gentle nature walk, or jog around the demarcated track of the lodge. There's also hiking nearby where you can explore thickly forested hillsides. A special outing is a village walk to the nearby town of Mto wa Mbu, which is home to more than 100 different tribes and one of the richest linguistic mixes in Africa.
PROS
- lovely infinity pool with views over the lake
- gazebo bar by the pool is fantastic for sundowners
- close to the airstrip
CONS
- the lodge can feel impersonal
- not all rooms have the same views and can seem rather small in size
- mass dining
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Rate Includes: Free Breakfast