Mivumo River Lodge: Information from the owner
General information
- Type
- Safari Lodge
Facilities at Mivumo River Lodge
- Property facilities
- 24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking
- Room facilities
- Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Wheelchair Friendly
- Activities on site
- Bird Watching, Boating, Catch-and-release Fishing, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Safaris, Wildlife Tours
- Nearby activities
- Bird Watching, Boating, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Natural History Tours, River Cruises, Wildlife Tours
Room types at Mivumo River Lodge
Chalets
Our beautifully designed chalets are spaced amongst the indigenous forest, and feature brushwood thatched roofs, which are high vaulted to allow for the maximum amount of light and breeze. Slightly raised on sprung wooden floors, each room features a charming mix of Edwardian crystal chandeliers, marble basins, classic safari antiques and subtly understated modern leather and rattan furniture. Lavish country house-inspired bathrooms also feature a plunge pool and an exterior shower with wilderness views.
Mivumo Villa
Treat yourself to spacious elegance in our lodge’s premier accommodation. Mivumo Villa offers three double bedrooms, each with its own opulent bathroom. A private sun deck offers sun loungers, a plunge pool and a rain shower. The central area of the villa features a king-sized bed, a writing desk, a river-view lounge with an LCD TV, a double bathroom with a dressing area and a Victorian claw-foot bath.
Activities at Mivumo River Lodge
Fishing Trips - at an additional cost
Catfish and tiger fish are prolific in the river. Considered by many fishermen to be the finest fresh water fighting fish, the tiger fish’s Latin name, Hydrocyon, means ‘water dog’ and aptly describes this voracious predator, which is armed with ferocious blade like teeth. If you’d like to try fishing, your dedicated guide will provide rods, boat and choice of sites. Our chef will also be happy to cook your catch whenever and however you wish.
Guided Bird Walks - at an additional cost
Your guide will be happy to tailor a guided bird walk to suit both your interest and your schedule. More than 400 species of birds have been recorded in the Nyerere National Park (350 of which are water fowl), particularly along the banks of the Rufiji River.
Night Game Drives - at an additional cost
Our custom-built open-sided our person safari vehicles offer comfort, panoramic viewing, dedicated safari guides, refreshments on board, and radio links for fast location of game. Game viewing experiences, meanwhile are guaranteed to be unique: the Nyerere National Park is home to some of African’s largest populations of elephants, buffaloes, hartebeests, sables and rare African hunting dogs. Other easily spotted animals include lions, giraffes and antelopes.
River Boat Rides - at an additional cost
Our custom-built riverboats are built for comfort, safety and panoramic viewing. Piloted by dedicated safari guides, they also feature on board refreshments and radio links to the camp. Utterly unique, the Rufiji River game viewing experience promises abundant sightings of hippos (both in and out of the water), basking crocodiles and elephants. It also offers the rare chance of seeing a lion come down to the river to drink.
Visit to the Hot Springs - at an additional cost
Within a short drive of the camp lie the Maji Moto hot springs, this can be easily reached via a short walk into a hidden ravine surrounded by lush vegetation. Here hot sulphurous water pours from the rock and forms little streams, which gather into a series of picturesque pools cool enough to swim in.
Walking Wild - at an additional cost
To really appreciate the wonders of the African bush, you have to leave the safari vehicle behind and take a walk. Slow in pace and wide ranging in scenery, the Walking Wild nature walk is designed to offer gentle exercise and a fascinating insight into the world of African trees, flowers, insects, reptiles, birds and animals.
Other lodges in Nyerere National Park
Alternative places to stay in this same area.
Impala Camp
Impala Camp is a comfortable, excellent-value camp with colourful tented rooms raised on platforms, good guiding and tasty food.
Lake Manze Camp
Lake Manze Camp is a rustic, lakeside bushcamp in Nyerere National Park that offers a great wilderness experience and doesn’t cost the earth.
Beho Beho
Beho Beho is one of the best camps we work with in Africa, with gracious hosts, fantastic food and most importantly, excellent guiding.
Siwandu
Siwandu is a luxurious and smoothly run camp with beautiful rooms and superb service offering great views over Lake Nzerakera.
Sand Rivers Camp
The stylishly put together Sand Rivers has an outstanding reputation, with a wonderful location on the Rufiji River and great guides.
Beho Beho Tree-house
Beho Beho Treehouse is a satellite tree platform for just one couple, managed by Beho Beho and ideal as a one-night honeymoon retreat
Impala fly-camping
While you're staying at Impala Camp in Nyerere National Park, you can enjoy a few nights' fly-camping in the heart of the bush.
Rufiji River Camp
Rufiji River Camp has a lovely location right on the edge of the Rufiji River and while not luxurious, it is one of the lowest-cost camps in the park.
Sand Rivers fly-camp
Sand Rivers fly-camping safaris in Tanzania's Nyerere National Park operate out of Sand Rivers Camp, on the Rufiji River.
Roho ya Selous
Roho ya Selous is a smart tented camp on the west side of lake Nzerakera, close to the park’s best wildlife-viewing areas.
Beho Beho Bailey's Banda
Bailey's Banda at Beho Beho is a luxurious safari lodge in Nyerere National Park which can be booked exclusively for you and your party.
Rufiji River fly-camp
Fly-camping trips can be organised from Rufiji River Camp in Tanzania's Nyerere National Park
Kiba Point
Kiba Point is the private sister camp of Sand Rivers, available on an exclusive basis, with its own private drivers and staff.
