Sopa Lodges

This stunning collection of eight individually designed lodges is renowned for incredible views, luxurious rooms and warm African hospitality. Designed to blend into local landscapes and reflect local cultures, each lodge is unique and offers a range of facilities to help you relax, unwind and enjoy great food no matter which Sopa Lodge you are staying in during your trip to Africa.

Standard features you can expect at every Sopa include: a restaurant & bar, an outdoor dining option, a swimming pool, bird watching, nature walks, a gift shop, local entertainment and a laundry service. Every beautifully appointed guest room includes an evening turn-down service, hairdryer, telephone and mosquito nets.

You can browse all of the Sopa properties we feature or click on a corresponding link in the list below to jump straight to the property you are interested in.

Amboseli Sopa Lodge

This charming property is tucked within the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. Set within a mature garden that includes acacia trees, frangipani and bougainvillea; each room has a private verandah and is decorated colourful Maasai art. Features include a sauna, craft market along with options for balloon safaris and scenic flights.

Expeditions that may feature this property include…

Ultimate Kenya & Tanzania | Kenyan Big Five | Just Amboseli

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

This lovely property is located within a quintessentially African landscape, with grounds of acacia trees attracting giraffe, monkeys and hippos that graze on the lawns. You’ll find a sauna and gym along with options for horse riding and fishing. An outdoor bar is located between the swimming pool and tennis courts, with the restaurant offering a mix of Swahili, European and Mediterranean cuisines.

Expeditions that may feature this property include…

Ultimate Kenya & Tanzania | Maasai Mara & Rift Valley Lakes | Aberdare, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

This wonderful property boasts a hillside location with sweeping views of the scenic lake and surrounds. Outdoor dining options make the most of these vistas; with nature walks, a pool and a gift shop among the many amenities on offer. Rooms showcase contemporary design with a distinctive nod to African influences.

Expeditions that may feature this property include…

Ultimate Kenya & Tanzania | Maasai Mara & Rift Valley Lakes | Aberdare, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara

Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge

This was one of the first lodges to be built within the reserve. The grounds house a variety of mature African trees; their shade offering respite from the sun. The buildings are traditional roundhouse-style, blending wonderfully into the iconic Mara landscape. This lodge offers plenty of options to unwind during your trip to Africa, including a swimming pool, handicraft market along with options for balloon safaris and scenic flights.

Expeditions that may feature this property include…

Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge

Located right on the crater rim and facing west, guests at this beautifully appointed lodge can enjoy the spectacle of magnificent African sunsets across the caldera. The restaurant and outdoor pool have been designed to make the most of these incredible vistas, whilst the bar features an open fire to keep you cosy on a chilly highland evening.

Expeditions that may feature this property include…

Ultimate Kenya & Tanzania | Tanzanian Big Four | Maasi Mara, Ngorongoro & Manyara | Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Samburu Sopa Lodge

Carefully built to reflect the traditional architecture of the Samburu region, and with most of the staff being employed locally, this property offers a wonderful cultural experience along with sweeping panoramas of the plains. You’ll find a swimming pool and sauna along with the option to take a flying safari.

Expeditions that may feature this property may include…

Kenyan Big Five

Serengeti Sopa Lodge

Designed to offer a cool escape from the hot Serengeti sun during your trip to Africa, this property capitalises on views of the endless plains with an expansive roof terrace and numerous other outdoor areas. Every room features a balcony with Serengeti views, and the swimming pool offers another opportunity to cool off and relax.

Expeditions that may feature this property include…

Ultimate Kenya & Tanzania | Tanzanian Big Four | Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Tarangire Sopa Lodge

Tucked among ancient baobab trees and rocky outcrops, this lodge is almost hidden in the landscape yet still offers wonderful views. Guests are often treated to the sight free-roaming elephants feeding in the grounds. There is a café where you can grab a quick snack along with a full restaurant and bar offering indoor and outdoor culinary experiences.

Expeditions that may feature this property include…

Tanzanian Big Four

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