Serena Hotels

A River Lodge Deep in Nyerere

Name: Serena Mivumo River Lodge
Address: Rufiji, Nyerere National Park, Tanzania, Rufiji, Nyerere National Park, Tanzania

Serena Mivumo River Lodge brings boutique stillness to the Rufiji River, where boat safaris, game drives and sandbank sunsets define the rhythm of the stay.

Wild Luxury

Overview

Serena Mivumo River Lodge occupies one of Tanzania's most dramatic riverside settings, looking across the Rufiji River toward Stiegler's Gorge in Nyerere National Park. With Edwardian-inspired chalets, sandbank sundowners, and superb wildlife access, it offers a safari stay of uncommon romance and scale.

Serena Mivumo River Lodge is a luxury lodge in Nyerere National Park. Within the wild luxury segment, its identity is shaped by Edwardian River Safari Style and a setting anchored in Rufiji. Official highlights include Views of Stieglers Gorge, Elegant chalets, Sandbank sundowners.

Recommended for travelers seeking a more secluded, river-led safari expression beyond the better-known northern circuit.

Highlights

Choose a safari lodge shaped as much by river life and gorge views as by game viewing

Standout points

Riverside setting in Nyerere National Park
Views over the Rufiji River and Stiegler's Gorge
Twelve Edwardian-inspired chalets and Mivumo Villa
Sandbank sundowners and bush dining
Boat safaris, nature walks, and game drives

The stay

Guests stay through Chalet Room, Chalet Twin Room, Mivumo Villa, supported by Wireless Internet, 24-hour room service, Swimming Pool. The rhythm of the stay extends into Dining Veranda and Sandbank Sundowners, while experiences such as Boat ride excursions, Game drives, Nature walks shape the wider itinerary.

The surrounding landscape is part of the property experience, with official activities and highlights centered on wildlife viewing, safari movement, and close engagement with the ecosystems of Nyerere National Park.

Edwardian River Safari Style, expressed through Views of Stieglers Gorge.

Core themes

Serena Mivumo River Lodge
Nyerere National Park
Tanzania
Luxury Lodge
Wild Luxury
Edwardian River Safari Style

Rooms & stay

Chalets and villa accommodation bring boutique intimacy to the riverbank, with the wild breadth of Nyerere National Park unfolding beyond the lodge.

Edwardian River Safari Style

Rooms

Room types

Chalet RoomChalet Twin RoomMivumo Villa

Amenities

WiFi24-hour front deskhairdryermini-barelectric kettleTVlaundry servicephoneplunge poolexterior shower

Best for

Safari journeysHoneymoonersCouplesWildlife enthusiasts

Location & setting

Set along the Rufiji River in Nyerere National Park, the lodge pairs Edwardian-inflected romance with one of southern Tanzania's grandest river landscapes.

Park

Nyerere National Park

Address

Rufiji, Nyerere National Park, Tanzania

Useful links

Official site Open map

Dining

Dining centres on the river and the sandbank, with veranda meals and bush settings shaped by the movement of water, wildlife and evening light.

All-inclusive

Yes

Dining options

Dining VerandaSandbank SundownersBush Dining

Experiences

Serena Mivumo River Lodge is a luxury lodge in Nyerere National Park, Tanzania. It is positioned in the wild luxury segment. Official content links the property to Edwardian River Safari Style, with highlights such as Views of Stieglers Gorge and Elegant chalets.

Safari-focused

Yes

Activities

Bush breakfastSundownersBoat ride excursionsDay & Night Game drivesNature walksBird walksFishing tripsVisit to the Hot SpringsMaisha Spa treatmentsViewing deck sundowners

Nearby attractions

Nyerere National ParkRufiji

Access & transfers

Official property location: Rufiji, Nyerere National Park, Tanzania. The official map reference is provided for route anchoring and arrival planning.

Transfer arrangements should be planned against the official property location and map reference. Final routing, road movement, or onward safari logistics can be confirmed during booking or pre-arrival coordination.