Senalala Safari Lodge

We stayed at Senalala in September 2025 and had the most amazing experience. The guides are incredibly knowledgable and made it unforgettable. The rooms are beautiful, and looking out onto the watering hole was amazing - as we checked into our room a herd of elephants greeted us! We loved the family feel - eating together was lovely and a great way to get to know others. Everyone went above and beyond, and we can’t thank you enough for an experience we’ll never forget.

We stayed 2 nights, wonderful experience. Excellent accomodation, great view, very good food, also for people with intolerances like me. Last but not least, the kindness of our hosts. Very very beautiful safaris, we lived suggestive and emotionantly 2 days in Senalala lodge Ida e Carlo

My husband and I spent four nights at the lodge for our belated honeymoon. Since we had never done a safari before, we were a bit sceptical about what to expect. But from the very beginning, the experience was absolutely incredible. 🤎||When we arrived, the entire Senalala team welcomed us warmly. After a short lodge tour and a small meal, we headed straight out on our first game drive — and it was unforgettable! We saw a leopard and an elephant herd on day one, and at one point a huge elephant walked right next to our jeep. Breathtaking!||James and Dawie were our guides throughout the stay. They explained how to behave during the drives and taught us how to read and follow animal tracks, which made the experience even more special.||The accommodation is excellent: modern, clean, and very comfortable. During the breaks between game drives, we could work out in the gym or relax by the pool. Right in front of the pool there is a waterhole where different animals often pass by ! E.g elephants, warthogs, giraffe. ||We had three meals per day, plus small breaks during the drives. In the morning break we enjoyed a hot drink with some pastries, and in the evenings we had sundowners while watching the sunset. The food was delicious every single day and always varied.||There is honestly nothing we didn’t like. The whole experience was a 10/10, and we can highly recommend this lodge to anyone :)

We had a truly amazing and unique experince. The lodge is beautifully kept and the food is delicious. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. The game drives were wonderful as was the time inbetween with the water hole right in front of the lodge. Can recommend wholeheartedly.

We planned to make this review short and sweet but there is no way to paraphrase the experience we had at Senalala!|Upon arrival we were greeted warmly, and the staff was friendly and kind. The attention to detail in the rooms and common areas was impeccable. From the flowers placed on the bed, to the personalized welcome sign, there was something special at every turn. The family style meals ensured the guests could interact on a regular basis which resulted in new friends and good conversation. Being able to observe the animals right off the deck at the watering hole was so exciting. We could not wait to see what unique wildlife would show up next! The morning and evening game drives permitted enough time during our stay to see many magnificent animals! We felt so privileged to be allowed into their space. James our guide was phenomenal! His love, knowledge, and respect for wildlife was evident with each drive. James went above and beyond to track and locate the animals and always made our crew feel safe. He shared some of the most beautiful locations with us during our coffee and sunset drink stops. James encouraged us to take in the moment for memories that will last us a lifetime!|The owners James and Corlia have created such a magical place! It's difficult to put into words how we've been affected by this experience. We just know that it will always hold a place in our hearts. Though we arrived as friends, we left as family. We can’t wait to plan our return trip to Senalala!|Forever grateful, |Erin and Chasity

6 out of 5 stars! I think this was the best experience we could have had. There is literally nothing I could think of that wasn’t perfect. The transfer from the airport was already so nice because we got to see a lot of animals already and our driver Winter stopped every time for us to take a picture. When we arrived, Dawie, James and Sinead were waiting for us and welcomed us so warmly, we immediately felt home. The whole lodge was very tidy and neat and to us it was like an oasis of peace. We, as a family of four, got two rooms right next to each other which had everything we needed and were designed so beautifully. The beds were also very comfortable and everything was perfectly clean. Right in front of the rooms is the waterhole with a big terrace and an outside lounge which was amazing. From the waterhole we got to observe so many animals stopping by. Another highlight were the meals we all ate at a table together. That was such a good idea to get in touch with the others from all round the world. The meals were so diverse and always incredibly delicious and fresh. What we also really enjoyed was the limited number of guest of not more than 14 people at once. This made this experience feel so much more personal and showed us that Senalala really values quality over quantity. The game rides were wonderful, you could really feel the guides being passionate about their job and all the things you could see. They always made sure we were all happy and could see as many animals as possible without overstepping their boundaries which was really important to us. Every drive was a highlight! Moreover they were very open to answer all questions and I feel like I have learned so much about the national park and its habitants. But the guides were not only great at showing and explaining everything, they were also all such interesting, kind and heartfelt people. Talking to them has been such a pleasure and they really made this experience so special and memorable. We are complete flabbergasted and will definitely come back one day! Thank you Sinead, James and Dawie for being so patient, kind and wonderful to us.

We had a wonderful experience with our ranger. It’s amazing to see his passion he brought to every safari. We truly enjoyed each drive, and every time he managed to show us something new. ||Our gratitude also goes to the entire Senalala team, both those in the front and everyone working behind the scenes. Every detail was perfect: there was a warm welcome, the lodges were spotless, and the breakfasts, lunches, and dinners were delicious. ||These are memories that will last a lifetime!

My family and I stayed at the lodge for about a week. It was a wonderful experience! The place is incredible, very beautiful and well-kept, and the food was delicious. The entire Senalala team was kind and helpful, everyone was very friendly, and the guides were highly trained, ready to accompany us on every safari with enthusiasm and passion. Thanks to the whole team. We hope to return soon.|Franco Family