Built around an enormous rock outcrop, the Seronera Wildlife Lodge is in the heart of the Serengeti. It is only 2 minutes from the take-off point for hot-air balloon trips and 5 minutes from the airstrip for flights.
None of the Expert Africa team has visited this lodge recently, but this is what we know about it:
The lodge has two bars and a large restaurant catering for all tastes.
The 75 bedrooms at Seronera Wildlife Lodge are comfortable, spacious and stylish and decorated in traditional African style. All have views over the Serengeti, an en-suite bathroom with bathtubs and central heating.
Activities centre around exploring the park by 4WD. You can do this by arriving with your own private vehicle and guide, and heading out with them daily on your safari activities.
Alternatively, the Lodge can arrange specialist bird-watching and balloon safaris, with related talks in the evening. There are several waterholes around the Lodge which attract wildlife day and night.
If you wish to see something of traditional local life, there are opportunities to visit local Masaai villages.
Lodge overview
Lodge type: Safari
No. of bedrooms: 75 rooms
Season: Open Year Round
Ideal length of stay: To fully explore this area, it is worth spending 2 nights at Seronera Wildlife Lodge. However, spend any more time than this and you may find the driving routes a little repetitive.
Central facilities: The Pango indoor bar is a friendly meeting point.
For panoramic views, try the terrace of the Ikoma Sundowner Outdoor Bar, where, you can enjoy the sunsets over the endless plains.
The Chui Restaurant provides international and local dishes in a stunning location.
There's a small boutique which offers local arts and crafts souvenirs. The hotel also has a fully-stocked dispensary.
Unusually for a safari lodge, there's cable TV in the TV Lounge, with which to keep abreast of world events or to watch the selection of videos on offer. Guests can also enjoy browsing the well-stocked library, with many books on the Serengeti wildlife and tribes.
At the main 24 -hour Reception, not only can housekeeping and baby-sitting be arranged, but also amazing hot-air balloon safaris. These take-off nearby and provide a unique view of the rolling plains and the game below.
There are also safes at Reception for guests' use.
The air-strip for the hotel is only a short five minute drive away.
Directions: Seronera Wildlife Lodge is 2 kilometers, or a 5-minute from airstrip. Alternatively you can drive from Arusha – this is around 330kms and a 4 – 5 hour drive.
Accessible by: Fly-and-Transfer
Food & drink
Usual board basis: Full Board
Food quality: The food at Seronera Wildlife Lodge is a combination of international and local dishes. It will often be served buffet style to cater for the number of guests at the lodge.
Dining style: Inidividual Tables
Dining locations: Indoor Dining
Drinks included: Drinks are not included.
Children
Attitude towards children: Seronera Wildlife Lodge will happily accept children.
Age restrictions: There are no age restrictions at Seronera Wildlife Lodge.
Activities: Seronera Wildlife Lodge can provide babysitting on request. Though parents should be aware that the child minder will be a member of the house-keeping team, and may not be professionally trained.
Equipment: There are cot and highchairs.
Generally recommended for children: Yes.
Notes: Parents should be aware that this is a wildlife area and the camp is not fenced. Children should be supervised at all times and should not walk around the camp alone.
Central communications
Communications: Seronera Wildlife Lodge has telephone, radio and fax links.
TV & radio: There is a TV lounge with cable TV and videos.
Health & safety
Malarial area: Yes
Medical care: There is a well-stocked dispensary in the hotel.
Dangerous animals: High Risk
Extras
Laundry facilities: Laundry is an extra charge.
Money: Seronera Wildlife Lodge can exchange currency. Major credit cards are accepted.
Accepted payment: Seronera Wildlife Lodge will accept major credit cards.
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