Sable Mountain Lodge

Nyerere National Park, Tanzania

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A soulful safari retreat above the forest canopy

Set on a forested ridge overlooking the vast wilderness of Nyerere National Park, Sable Mountain Lodge is an intimate safari escape where elevated views meet authentic bush immersion. One of the original camps in Selous, the lodge blends rustic charm with sustainability, being the first fully solar-powered safari lodge in the reserve.

With sweeping views of mountains, valleys and wildlife-rich plains, the property offers a warm, homely atmosphere rooted in conservation and community. Stone cottages and open-fronted tents are thoughtfully positioned to maximise connection with the surrounding landscape, creating a relaxed yet deeply immersive safari experience.

Owned by A Tent With a View

Key features

Freshwater swimming pool with waterhole system
Restaurant and bar (including the “Land Rover’s Return” pub)
Lounge and communal dining spaces
Hideout overlooking a wildlife waterhole
Solar-powered lodge (lighting and hot water)
Guided safari activities (game drives, boat safaris, walking safaris)
Private terraces with panoramic views

Number of rooms

6 Stone Cottages

4 Tented Rooms (including suites with best views)

1 three-bedroom family villa

Each room includes:

- En-suite bathroom

- Private terrace or viewing deck

- Solar-powered electricity and hot water

Price range

Mid-range safari lodge

Suitable for families, couples and safari travellers seeking a relaxed, authentic bush experience with excellent guiding and varied safari activities

Standout features

Elevated ridge location with sweeping mountain and bush views
One of the first solar-powered lodges in Selous
Direct access to Nyerere National Park
Waterhole fed by recycled pool water attracting wildlife
Intimate, characterful lodge with strong community roots
Excellent sightings of wild dogs, elephants, lions and diverse wildlife

Signature experiences

Explore Nyerere National Park on classic game drives with expert guides
Take a boat safari on Lake Tagalala, spotting hippos and crocodiles
Walk the bush at dawn on a guided walking safari, discovering smaller wildlife and tracks
Enjoy sundowners at the Land Rover’s Return bar overlooking the wilderness
Watch wildlife gather at the lodge’s waterhole hideout
Relax by the pool after safari with panoramic views across the forested hills
Discover one of Africa’s best locations for wild dog sightings

Where

A Tent With a View (ATWAV) operates in the Serengeti, Saadani and Nyerere (formerly Selous) national parks as well as on the shores of Lake Victoria and Zanzibar Island.

Why

David Guthrie’s passion for wildlife brought him to Tanzania in 1990, where he worked as a guide. Known for his work on elephant conservation and anti-poaching, he also leads ATWAV’s SDG Centres, supporting Zanzibar education, Tanzania’s first girls’ sports academy, and Saadani conservation projects.

What

Using their own small, bespoke safari camps and hotels, ATWAV can operate a plethora of tours throughout Tanzania and arrange all ground handling for groups or tailor-mades. Everything they do is underpinned by clearly articulated sustainable travel goals and their amazing Bush Rover camps need to be seen to be believed.

Who

David Guthrie, a Brit, and Masoud “Masa” Kilanga, a Tanzanian, have been at the very heart of the operation since it all began in 1995. David’s innovative ideas are put into practice by Masa’s amazing engineering skills. Tara joined the team in 2009 and heads up marketing from the UK.

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When

ATWAV started when David and Masa opened their first camp in Saadani. In 1999, they opened a second camp in Selous Game Reserve followed by The Zanzibari - a boutique hotel on Zanzibar Island - in 2009. 2017 saw their biggest innovations to date - the Bush Rover Migration Camp in Serengeti and a new camp on Lake Victoria called ‘Little Okavango’.

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How

To learn more and get a personal introduction please contact The Adventure Connection directly here.

Positive impact statement

Committed to lasting positive change through education, empowerment and conservation, A Tent With a View is an active champion of the UN Sustainability Development Goals (UNSDG's)

Their SDG Centres in Zanzibar provide extra tuition and skills for local children. The company is also the major driving force behind the local Girls’ Sports Academy that builds confidence, health, and opportunity for young women. In Saadani, they have established a research centre protecting endangered turtles and lions, and preserving East Africa’s only coastal wildlife reserve for future generations.

Average carbon footprint
per person

To be measured