Sand Rivers Nyerere

Sand Rivers is a stylish lodge in Selous Game Reserve, built with thatch and stone, overlooking the Rufiji River’s rocky stretch. It’s near Steigler’s Gorge, Lake Tagalala, and Beho Beho hot springs, in a World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife

Overview

A smart, permanent lodge, stylishly designed in thatch and stone flagstones with views over a wide and dramatically rocky stretch of the Rufiji River, that runs through the north of the Selous Game Reserve.
 
Situated in the Selous Game Reserve, which is home to such a Noah’s ark of wildlife, that it’s been made a World Heritage Site. Sand Rivers lies in close proximity to Steigler’s Gorge, Lake Tagalala and the Beho Beho hot springs.
 

Offers a spacious open mess tent, lounging area and a library. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, game drives, walking safari, fishing, boating and fly camping.

Sand Rivers Selous and Rhino House are closed from mid March to the end of May.

Rooms

5 rooms and three suites, each with its own spacious bathroom with powerful shower, four-poster bed and a standing fan (2 adults). The suites feature their own plunge pool (2 adults). The Rhino House (2 adults), perfect for honeymoon couples, features private dining and a variety of activities. Each room and suite is completely open-fronted, with an expansive verandah set on stilts, giving each a stunning view over the river.

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