Lake Manyara Serena Lodge Location: Lake Manyara, Tanzania Rating: 5-star Standing high on the bluff above Lake Manyara's gleaming alkaline waters, the Lodge commands panoramic views across the volcano-studded floor of the Great Rift Valley. The circular, closely-thatched rooms echo the traditional Maasai 'Boma' style of construction. Each room has a private veranda and breathtaking views of the shimmering lake. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Serengeti Sopa Lodge Location: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania Rating: 5-star Nestled in the acacia woodland on the edge of the escarpment overlooking the plains of the south-western Serengeti. 69 standard rooms, all with 2 queen size beds, carpeted, and tastefully furnished with local fabrics and pictures. The rooms have en-suite bathrooms and hairdryers. [CLICK on photo for more information]