About Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge sits on high ground in the Kyabatero Hills, north-west of Seronera in the Central Serengeti. It has 66 rooms, including one suite, set in two-story thatched stone rondavels.
What sets it apart is its African village-style design and its views over the plains from the pool and terraces. It suits families, groups and travelers who want a classic safari lodge close to Seronera.
At a glance
Highlights
- Thatched stone rondavels
- Views over the plains
- Evening Maasai dances
- About 30 minutes from Seronera
- Family rondavels
Amenities
Rooms and suites
- Rooms in thatched rondavels, each with a small balcony
- 14 rooms that can sleep three
- Interconnecting family rooms
- Two accessible rooms
- One suite
Restaurants and bars
Stays are usually full board, and drinks are extra.
- Main Restaurant: two-level restaurant with a buffet and a covered terrace
- Lounge and bar: drinks and a mezzanine lounge
- Bush lunch and bush dinner: meals served out in the park
- Sundowners in the Mbingwe Valley: drinks at sunset
- In-room dining: available on request
Beach, pools and spa
There is no beach. The large infinity pool sits in the gardens overlooking the plains, with sunloungers and a lifeguard. Massages and Maisha Spa treatments are available for an extra charge.
Activities and entertainment
Guests can go on game drives, guided nature and birding walks, and balloon safaris. Maasai dancers perform near the pool most evenings, and the lodge also runs day trips to Ngorongoro Crater and Olduvai Gorge.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: families and groups who want a classic lodge near Seronera.
- Consider another resort if: you want a kids club or a small tented camp.
Getting there from Kilimanjaro International Airport
From Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), most guests take a light aircraft to Seronera Airstrip (SEU), often via Arusha. The lodge is about 27 km from the airstrip, a drive of about 30 minutes.
Book a private transfer in advance so a driver meets you at arrivals at Kilimanjaro International Airport and takes you to your Arusha hotel or straight to Arusha Airport for your flight. Arrange your pickup at the Serengeti airstrip with the lodge before you travel, so you are not left waiting in the park.
Good to know
- National park fees are charged per person per night
- The lodge is unfenced, so children must be supervised
- Wi-Fi is available, but cell reception is limited in the rooms
- Pets are not allowed
Location of Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
FAQ about Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Where is Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge?
In the Kyabatero Hills, north-west of Seronera in the Central Serengeti.
How many rooms does it have?
66 rooms, including one suite.
How far is Seronera Airstrip?
About 27 km, or about 30 minutes by road.
What meal plan does it use?
Stays are usually full board. Drinks are extra.
Is there a pool?
Yes, an infinity pool overlooking the plains.
Are spa treatments available?
Yes. Massages and Maisha Spa treatments cost extra.
Is it good for families?
Yes. It has family rooms and babysitting.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes, but cell reception is limited in rooms.
Is the lodge fenced?
No. Wildlife can move through the grounds.
Are pets allowed?
No.
