Sable
Mountain Lodge
 Located
just outside the Matambwe park headquarters on the western boundary
of the reserve. The camp is spread out over a hillside with outstanding
views of the Uluguru Mountains. The closest camp to the TAZARA railway
makes this the best option if travelling to Selous by train.
THE ACCOMMODATION
The original camp consisted of 8 spacious stone
cottages fully en suite and all with great views from verandahs
to the Uluguru Mountains.
Then 2 tented bandas elevated on stilts also overlooking the Ulugurus
were added slightly apart from the cottages. These are also spacious
with huge bathrooms and verandahs.
Finally 2 luxury honeymoon tented bandas also raised on stilts were
built on the other side of the main hill overlooking a valley and
the Beho Beho Hills. With outdoor shower and private plunge pool
they represent arguably the best value accommodation in Selous.
THE FACILITIES
There are two main restaurant and bar areas, one
lower down the hill near the stone cottages and one at the top of
the hill next to the swimming pool.
A tree house overlooks a small waterhole on the west side of the
park.
THE SAFARIS
The camp is located just outside the reserve so
it is best to decide on and book the safari options at the camp.
Early morning and afternoon half day game drives cost $35p.p., a
full day excursion including a boat safari at Lake Tagalala is $70p.p.,
walking safaris $35p.p. and a night drive in the buffer zone $15p.p.
Park fees extra at $30p.p./24 hour period
THE VERDICT
Good value for money and very hospitable staff make
this a very personalised stay. Unpretentious and the only lodge
in Selous that directly benefits the local communities surrounding
the reserve through your visit, $5p.p./night goes directly to the
community.
The fun train journey from Dar passes through Selous making Sable
a good accommodation choice in it’s own right or as a combination
stay with other more expensive lodges inside the reserve.
COST
- $145p.p. in stone cottages and tented bandas,
- $195p.p. in luxury honeymoon tented bandas FB only
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