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You Can Have a Front-row Seat for the Great Migration From This Newly Reimagined Lodge in Tanzania
Singita Serengeti House, a four-suite private-use villa in Tanzania's Grumeti Reserve, reopened in April after an extensive renovation.
The interiors were inspired by its serene setting in the Serengeti and showcase African art, a neutral color palette, and natural textures, such as linen, clay, grass, and cane.
Guests can book custom itineraries, guided game drives, and wine experiences through Singita's in-house travel service.
Singita Serengeti House, a private-use villa in Tanzania's Grumeti Reserve, has recently reopened after an extensive renovation. The four-suite home is located on—and entirely inspired by—the golden plains of the Serengeti, offering guests a complete immersion in one of the world's most extraordinary places.
'We wanted the Serengeti to come into the house and almost claim it,' said Georgie Pennington, Singita's group creative director.
The design team drew inspiration from the surrounding setting and incorporated a color palette of neutrals, along with natural materials and textures, such as linen, clay, grass, and cane.
Throughout the house, African artwork takes center stage. Almost all of the furnishings and art pieces were sourced from the continent, creating a showcase of local talent that includes: woven murals from artisans of WomenCraft; large-scale beadwork inspired by aerial views of villages by Tanzania's Sidai Designs; and Dunia Design recycled plastic installations that echo the phases of the moon. Even the mosquito nets were custom-designed by Cape Town's Beagle & Basset to mirror the geometric patterns of the stone walls.
Of the villa's four suites (each with its own bathroom, outdoor shower, and private terrace), two are in the main house and two are freestanding cottages. The shared interior spaces include a kitchen, living areas, a media room, and a wellness suite. Outside, guests have access to the house's tennis court, an 82-foot infinity swimming pool overlooking the savannah, and decks with daybeds and canvas umbrellas for lounging during the day and stargazing at night.
Singita Serengeti House can accommodate up to eight guests, and children are welcome. Families with kids can dive into the Mini Rangers Course, where young explorers learn about animals and astronomy. Singita's in-house travel service can create personalized itineraries that could feature game drives at dawn and dusk, showcasing the Grumeti region's incredible wildlife—from the Big Five to rare Colobus monkeys—with expert guides to bring the landscape to life through stories and tracking expertise. And beyond wildlife encounters, guests can enjoy yoga sessions, participate in wine experiences, and visit neighboring communities.
Dine al fresco and under the stars.
Singita Serengeti House
Perhaps most notably, the Great Migration runs right through the area, typically visible between May and July, creating front-row seats to one of nature's most spectacular events.
Nightly rates at Singita Serengeti House start from $11,815, and you can book your stay at singita.com.
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