Taking the Eco Route
The Serena Group is committed to an escalating eco-policy that embraces sensitivity to the interests of the local population in relation to such matters as: cultural preservation, sustainable habitat and community development. The group also abides by a code of responsible practice in relation to: energy conservation, waste recycling, sewage disposal, air emissions, pesticides, noise reduction and visual pollution. Finally, all Serena Group properties are built to harmonise with the local landscape and to utilise eco-friendly materials, local handicrafts and products. Wherever possible we also aim to enhance the environment via landscaping and indigenous plant material reinforcement.

The Lake Manyara Eco Programme
The Lodge has been sensitively designed so as to blend seamlessly into the spectacular surroundings of its environment and utilises natural stone, thatch and muted savannah colours wherever possible. Great care was also taken during the construction process to protect the indigenous plants and trees surrounding the lake and a number of re-planting programmes have been executed since the Lodge was established.

Experience has shown that sustainable conservational policies work best when linked to enthusiastic community support and to this end Lake Manyara Lodge works closely with the neighbouring communities that surround the Park, contributing to a broad range of community benefits, including educational support and irrigation and market gardening projects. The hotel also buys most of its fresh produce locally, and features carvings, baskets and clothing made by local artisans in both its interior décor and its African gift shop.

Where to go from here
If you have enjoyed the Serena Experience at Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge, you might like to take in some of our other properties. This way you can contrast the tranquillity of the lake and the adventure-packed activities that it offers with the thrill of a ringside seat at the Great Migration, the ancient glory of the ‘land that time forgot’ of the Ngorongoro Crater or the spice island mystique of the fabulous Zanzibar Serena Inn. Here follow some suggestions that we believe will complement your Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge experience.