Sopa Lodge in Serengeti is a mid-range safari lodge located in the heart of Tanzania’s renowned Serengeti National Park. This exquisite lodge offers guests a unique and unforgettable safari experience with its stunning location, the lodge consists of 79 rooms, each offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The rooms are tastefully decorated in a classic safari style, with traditional African accents and modern comfort. The rooms are equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, satellite TV, and free Wi-Fi. Guests can choose from a range of room categories, including standard rooms, suites and family rooms, to suit their needs
Sopa Lodge in Serengeti offers different facilities and services which include a well-stocked bar with both soft and hard drinks, a restaurant that serves different types of meals; breakfast, lunch, and dinner both in and outdoor dinners, they also serves bush dinners to the guests staying at the lodge, a blue water swimming pool with a pool bar, you relax, sip the cocktail while enjoying the stunning view surrounding areas. The lodge offers laundry services, Fireplaces that provide warmth, Wi-Fi internet that enables guests to keep in contact with their families and friends, walking night safaris, Ample parking space, Health and fitness centers like gyms, spas, saunas, massage, etc, Business centers like conference, honeymoon meeting, comfortable rooms with private facilities like hot running showers and flushing toilets, some rooms have saloon driers, Gift shop also available with gifts like clothes, shoes and more.
Serengeti National Park is the largest national park in Tanzania, covering an area of approximately 14,763 square kilometers (5,700 sq mi). The Serengeti National Park is famous for the Great Migration, which is one of the most spectacular wildlife spectacles on the planet. Over a million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles migrate through the park in search of food and water. The Serengeti is known for its endless plains, which cover over 70% of the park. these open grasslands offer a unique and breathtaking experience for visitors. The Serengeti is home to over 500 species of birds, 30 species of antelopes, and many other animals like lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and elephants.
Sopa Lodge in Serengeti is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding region, with numerous activities available for visitors to enjoy. These include:
Game drives
The lodge offers thrilling game drives to its guests where guests can embark on an early morning game drive to spot the Big Five- lion, cape buffalo, elephant, and rhinoceros as they roam freely in tier natural habitat.
Walking safari
Sopa Lodge offers a guided walks to visitors staying in the lodge to hike through the surrounding landscape, where you can spot a variety of wildlife including the Big Five animals- lion, buffalo, leopard, rhino and birds. the lodge’s experienced guides will lead you through the trails, sharing fascinating insights about the local flora and fauna as you explore this incredible national park
Cultural tour
Immerse yourself in the local culture and traditions by taking a guided tour of nearby Maasai villages. Learn about the Maasai people’s way of life, their customs and rituals, and get a glimpse into daily routine. This unique experience will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the culture and people.
Birdwatching
Serengeti National Park is a birders paradise, with over 500 species of birds calling the park home. Take a guided birdwatching exertion to spot some of the park’s most elusive species, such as the secretary bird, Kori bustard and grey-crowned crane, the grey-throated spurfowl, Schalow’s wheatear, red-throated tit, rufous-tailed weaver, grey-crested helmet shrike, and Schalow’s turaco, lilac-breasted roller
Hot air balloon safari
Experience the thrill of flying to Serengeti in a hot air balloon safari is worth the expense. Floating serenely over the treetops as the sun peaks over the horizon permits you to experience the endless Serengeti plains from an unforgettable perspective. As we set departure very early morning, you may even spot some nocturnal predators getting ready for the day. During most flights the pilot will include sections flown at a higher altitude allowing you to soak up uninterrupted views of the Serengeti; other sections may involve low-level flying, during which there may be the opportunity to see wildlife. Highly experienced pilots can follow rivers and streams and will glide just meters above grunting hippos or wandering giraffes. Flying low allows you to take some great aerial wildlife photos. You move over the plains wherever the wind takes you, whilst being tracked from the ground by balloon crew in their vehicles.
Getting to Sopa lodge Serengeti
Sopa Lodge Serengeti is located within the Serengeti National Park, making it easily accessible by air or road. here are some options to get the road. lodge
By air. The nearest airport is the Serener Airstrip, which is about 10 kilometers from the lodge. guests can take a charter flight from Arusha or other destinations in Tanzania.
By road. the lodge is about 4 hour’s drive from Lake Manyara National Park and 5 hours from Arusha. Guests can take a private transfer or shuttle service from these locations.
Sopa Lodge in Serengeti National Park is a perfect destination for travelers looking to experience the beauty and wonders of the African savannah in style and comfort. with its mid-range accommodations and incredible locations, this lodge is sure to provide a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience that you will never forget.