Nyerere National Park

Lake Manze Tented Camp

Q: How much does it cost to stay at Lake Manze Camp?

Stays at Lake Manze Camp start from around US$570 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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Lake Manze Camp

About Lake Manze Tented Camp

A rustic, adventure-style camp that's great value for money in an even better location.

Lake Manze Camp is in the centre of Tanzania's Nyerere National Park ('The Selous'), one of the oldest and largest tracts of protected land in Africa. The area is home to a plethora of habitats, with diverse wildlife to match. As the Rufiji River passes through on its way to the Indian Ocean, there are 100-meter-deep gorges, vast Miombo woodlands and sprawling wetlands. While lauded as a gem for biodiversity and wildlife conservation, only the northern sector (five percent of the reserve) is dedicated to photographic safaris; the rest of the reserve is comprised of hunting concessions. The camp itself is low-key, and tends to be popular with a budget-minded crowd. Simply accessed by plane, the camp is open seasonally - June through March.

Nyerere National Park , Tanzania

From $570 per person/per night

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12 Rooms

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Property details

The property

A large, thatched overhang covers the dining room/lounge. There are no floors; just the natural, sandy surface that forms the edge of the lake. Furnishings are basic: canvas director's chairs and tables in the dining room, and wicker, cushion-covered chairs in a few small seating areas. Outside, tall palms and acacias provide dappled shade. Perhaps the most notable feature of the camp is its setting as a wildlife thoroughfare, with elephants frequently wandering through on their way to the lake.

The rooms

You'll find twelve basic, two-person, Meru-style canvas tents, each set back from the lake's edge. Rooms are simple, though adequately kitted: double or twin bed configurations, ensuite bathrooms with flush toilets and outdoor showers. Electricity is limited but the showers are solar-heated and fans solar-powered. Out front, there's a lovely shaded veranda with a chair or two - perfect for easy, arm-chair safari viewing of the well-worn elephant trail.

Activities

There's a wide range of activities here, from traditional 4x4 safaris and guided walks, to motorboat excursions and meals in the bush. Besides abundant elephant, buffalo and hippo, there's a myriad of plains game. Lion and wild dog are also seen occasionally, with very rare sightings of cheetah, leopard and black rhino. Game drives are enhanced by the fact that driving off-road to pursue sightings is permitted. Drive times are flexible, but vehicles will be shared with other guests if need be (if this is a major impediment, be sure to communicate this in advance).

Why we love it

The easy-going atmosphere is fun in the old-fashioned way and the relaxed, shared dinners next to the fire and hearty food are good for the soul.

Insiders Tip

The camp's position in the heart of the bush gives you a front-row seat for wildlife viewings, especially the elephants and baboons that frequently wander through camp.

Something to think about

The camp runs on generator power which is limited to a few hours a day - leave your hair straighteners at home!

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How to book Lake Manze Camp

How do I book Lake Manze Camp?

Lake Manze Camp can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Tanzania trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Tanzania trips featuring Lake Manze Camp or get advice and suggestions from one of our Tanzania specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Manze Camp?

Stays at Lake Manze Camp start from around $570 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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