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Meliá Serengeti Lodge

Best time to visit

All year round

Wildlife area

Yes

Airport

Seronera Airstrip (in central Serengeti) — camp is about 5 km from there via KIA

The Meliá Serengeti Lodge is a luxury eco-friendly hotel located in the heart of the Serengeti National Park (Tanzania), perched on the southern slopes of the Nyamuma Hills with sweeping views over the Mbalageti River valley.

It opened in December 2017, and is designed for high-comfort stays with modern amenities (spa, gym, fine dining) while emphasizing sustainability (solar power, in-house water treatment, minimal air-conditioning)

Accommodation includes 50 rooms including Lagoon View, Savannah Panoramic, and Suites; the architecture follows natural terraces to blend with the terrain and minimise visual impact

Activities at Meliá Serengeti Lodge

Game Drives

Guided 4×4 drives across the Serengeti plains to see lions, elephants, leopards, wildebeest and other big game

Hot-Air Balloon Safari

Optional sunrise balloon rides offering panoramic views of the plains and wildlife below (arranged via lodge/tour operator).

Bush Dinners / Sundowners

Evening dining or drinks outdoors, overlooking the savannah, offering an immersive sunset-safari atmosphere.

Spa & Gym

For downtime, the lodge offers a spa experience and full gym-facility, allowing guests to relax in comfort between drives

Bird Watching & Nature Walks

Short guided walks or quieter moments exploring flora, birds and smaller fauna near the lodge’s setting

Facilities at Meliá Serengeti Lodge

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