Sable Mountain Lodge

Solar-powered and located near the Mtambwe Gate of the Nyerere National Park in Tanzania’s southern safari region, lies the Selous Mountain Lodge. Established over 25 years ago, the short half-hour drive from the Mtambwe Airstrip means that your safari experience begins from the moment you land. The views over the forest and river below are endless and guests can sit and keep an eye out for wandering wildlife heading to the waterhole located nearby. There is a freshwater swimming pool on the grounds, the perfect way to cool down in between safari activities.

Meals are served in the Lodge’s restaurant, with the open sides, wooden beams and floors and spectacular views. There is a comfortable sitting area and the popular ‘Land Rover’s Return’ Bar which is the ideal place to quench a thirst after a day on safari. Guests can choose to stay in either a stone cottage and or tent, and activities range from game drives to cultural experiences. The Sable Mountain Lodge is a true escape into nature, a beautiful ‘off the grid’ experience among incredible scenery and wildlife.

Location

The Selous Mountain Lodge is located a few minutes away from Tanzania’s Nyerere National Park’s Mtambwe Gate. Guests will fly into the Mtambwe airstrip and then enjoy a 20-minute game drive transfer to the Lodge. If guests do wish to drive from Dar es Salaam, it will be a journey of around seven hours.

Rooms / Tents

The accommodation complement at the Sable Mountain Lodge comprises six Makuti thatched-roofed Stone cottages and four Tented rooms. The cottages have a private verandah with both forest and mountain views, and the tented rooms are set on raised platforms overlooking the incredible wilderness. Two of the tented rooms have an outdoor bathroom. Beds can be set up as either King size or Twin beds and they are all covered with mosquito netting. There is a fan in all accommodation plus a small sitting area, a writing desk and chair. All cottages and tented rooms are en-suite with a toilet, vanity and shower, heated by solar power.

Amenities

• Restaurant
• Lounge
• Solar Power
• ‘Land Rover’s Return’ Bar
• Swimming Pool
• Cultural Visits
• Barbeque Facilities
• Camp Fire

Game Viewing / Activities

Incredible wildlife has been spotted in the Nyerere National Park, including the pretty African Wild Dogs. Safari walks are guided by local experts who will show you the smaller wonders of this incredible park (formerly known as the Selous). Boat safaris on nearby Lake Tagalala are the perfect spot to witness pods of hippo wallowing in the waters, with weary crocodiles basking on the banks.

Nyerere National Park, which is the size of Ireland, is amazing with the opportunity of your best sighting always possible. 1300 African Wild Dogs are resident here and are not a common sight in other game parks. Safari walks are guided by the local experts and well worth the walk before a continental breakfast. Being near Lake Tagalala, boat safaris are a must to witness the pods of Hippo and large Crocodiles basking on the banks. Bird watching is brilliant here with fly camping a wonderful way to immerse yourself in nature. Cultural tours can be arranged, giving guests the opportunity to experience the traditions and culture of local communities.