A beautiful Serengeti lodge set among massive stone boulders, ancient coral trees and acacias, and overlooking a rocky gorge on the Arugusinyai River. This incredible setting really does possess the wow factor with seclusion and privacy on a grand scale.
Enjoy the huge range of activities offered in this 129,530 acre private reserve.
Cool off in the pool and watch the animals quenching their thirst from the natural spring below you.
Soak in the vast landscapes and the vivid colours of the bush from this incredible raised setting.
Toast the setting sun and spectacular views with a glass of bubbles on your beautiful private deck.
This exquisite lodge set in a vast and privately controlled 51,000 acre wildlife reserve, adjoining the Southern Serengeti, is absolutely immaculate in its design, with stylish interiors that are a collaboration of both the traditional and the modern, with plenty of textured creams, natural suede, tans and accents of chocolate and charcoal. Mwiba Lodge offers an unmatched experience in luxury adventure.
The ten suites are warm and cosy bursting with unexpected elements and romance offering the ultimate in bush luxury. They are all designed with a wide-open layout where each room flows into the next. The huge windows look out onto your private lounge deck and sprawling views of the vast African terrain.
The grey slate-lined infinity pool overlooks three springs so guests can drink their sundowners around the pool whilst enjoying the sights and sounds of a constant parade of wildlife beneath them. You can also unwind with an in room spa treatment, soothing rain shower, or retreat to the gym for an invigorating work out. There are wonderful culinary delights in which you can savour the flavours of Africa with delicious fare and fine wine from the impressive wine cellar.
Whether you want to spend your day up close and personal observing the leopards of Mwiba, witnessing the incredible phenomenon that is the migration, or laying your eyes on the annual wildebeest calving season from January to March, Mwiba has it all, with wonderful walking safaris with your Mwiba scouts exploring the bush. Game drives, bush walks and cultural excursions to the local tribe's village are just a few of the magical experiences that begin at the Mwiba Lodge.
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Enquire NowMwiba River Lodge is situated in a private 51,000 acre wildlife reserve adjoining the southern Serengeti and overlooking a rocky gorge on the Arugusinyai River.
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