Mbali Mbali Soroi Serengeti Lodge

Pros & cons

PROS

Hilltop rooms and decks with sweeping Musabi Plains views
Infinity pool plus outdoor showers/baths overlooking the savanna

CONS

Remote location means longer transfers from airstrips
Tsetse flies can be present on approach roads

Overview

Set high on a natural plateau in the Western Corridor, this lodge stares straight across the Musabi Plains. It’s a classic Serengeti perch: endless views, big skies, and wildlife moving below. With 25 thatched safari rooms—including family and honeymoon options—it’s a polished, comfortable base that still feels close to the bush.

Rooms & Facilities

Expect hardwood floors, private balconies, and en‑suite bathrooms; many units add an outdoor shower, and some higher‑category rooms feature an outdoor bath for soak‑with‑a‑view moments. The three‑tier main area brings an infinity pool, lounge, bar, and an open‑plan restaurant. Wi‑Fi is available (typically strongest around the main decks). You’ll also find a small gift shop and helpful touches like fans and reliable power.

Wildlife & Seasonality

From late April to mid‑July, the Western Corridor often hosts migrating wildebeest herds—zebra in tow—so you can sometimes watch the show right from the decks. Elephants and other regulars wander the valley, turning breakfast into a mini‑game drive when you’re lucky.

Activities

Classic game drives are the headline—either with your own safari guide or arranged through the lodge. If you’re up for a splurge, pre‑dawn hot‑air balloon flights float over the Serengeti with a bush breakfast afterward. Evenings lean into sundowners and stargazing from the elevated terraces.

Getting There

The lodge is about a 50‑minute drive from Seronera Airstrip. It’s a hillside property, so staff can shuttle you by buggy if you’d rather skip the walk to your room. After dark, you’ll be escorted for safety—this is big‑cat country.

Practicalities

This corner of the Serengeti can have tsetse flies along certain approach tracks; keeping vehicle windows and the roof closed on those stretches helps. Hot water is solar‑heated, with showers available in the evenings. Service is a standout theme here—attentive, friendly, and flexible with meal boxes for long game‑drive days.

Best Time to Visit

For migration drama in this corridor, aim for late April through mid‑July. For sheer atmosphere, sunrise and sunset from the decks are the sweet spots; request an east‑facing room if dawn light is your thing.