We went to Selous because it is a reserve that offers an amazing diversity of sceneries and landscapes. It is also far less frequented than the other reserves like the Serengeti or the Ngorongoro Crater. Staying at the Great Water Lodge was perfect: the location is right by the river, the accommodation was basic but adequate. What we enjoyed the... More

The Selous Great Water Lodge is superbly located high above the river from where one has a magnificent view over the Rafiji river. The lodge is quite simple (the small solar lights wonderful!), John and staff make it a welcoming place. I very much enjoyed the pre dinner drinks with the other guests and John! However, and this is ofcourse... More

The location right next to the river presents an amazing setting. The sunset is so beautiful from the lodge. The staff is extremely friendly and caring. The manager is very caring about the guest and puts a lot effort into making the stay the very best. We will defintely go back!! More

I visited Selous Great Water Lodge along with my wife and two French friends. We spent one night at the lodge en route from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro, which can be reached by crossing the Selous Game Reserve, entering at the Mtemere gate and exiting at the Mtambwe gate, before continuing by road across the mountain pass to Morogoro.... More

Was on a weekend drive around Rufiji river and wanted a place to chill out , drove through the bush road and arrived there without any reservations. But was taken aback by the warm greeting from the staffs there. Was overwhelmed by the captivating view of the surrounding.The location is excellent and on the higer banks of the Rufiji river.... More

I am a university professor in the states, and this is my second stay at the lodge, but the first since John purchased the property. We (13 students and myself - all women) could not have had a better experience. The game drive was a success (we saw all the big animals one can expect to see during the day)... More

We stayed in this wonderful lodge for three days and had an amazing time. The staff was taking care of us in a very discreet but also relaxing way, the way that everything run smoothly without us noticing any effort at all. It is something quite rare that I appreciated a lot. John, the owner, has been working for years... More

My fiancee and I spent 3 days in this beautiful lodge, located on the shores of the Rufiji River and we would highly recommend it ! Delicious meals, great staff and a knowledgeable guide named Patrick. The Owner John is very friendly and polite and organized our tour from Dar to Selous and back in a very professional manner, even... More

Fantastic location in the game reserve with great river views. Great meals. One night we came home from safari and had roast duck as good as plenty I've had in NYC. John is a fantastic host. One of my fellow travelers mentioned the first night he liked Captain Morgan. Well, by the time we came home, John had found what... More