AMARA SELOUS
Selous
Amara Selous: Our ViewThe level of accommodation at Amara is no doubt one of the highest in the Selous but it is trying to compete with some very established lodges in the reserve and we find its pricing is currently a bit steep. Since boating safari in the peak season in proving to be a struggle and the game in the area are not that used to vehicles as yet we would continue to look at some of the other camps such as Selous Safari Camp, Beho Beho and Sand Rivers. Some great potential here so we are keeping a close eye. We give 3 paws to Amara as it has great potential and impressive rooms but currently with the lack of boating safari, the new game area and rather expensive price tag we would probably consider the likes of Selous Safari Camp and Beho Beho which we feel offer better value. Amara Selous: Fast Facts$775 per person per night (high season) Our Rating
Amara Selous: The DetailAmara Selous is a relatively new camp in the Selous Game Reserve which is part of the ‘Amara Collection’ who are currently building lodges in the Ngorongoro Crater and Zanzibar. Amara is located in the western area of the photographic zone in the Selous which is not necessarily famous for the best game viewing compared to the lake area of towards Lake Manze. The Lodge is located on the Ruaha River with 13 rooms which are half stone, half canvas with air conditioning. The rooms are very spacious and luxurious with a chandelier in the main area and an outdoor terrace with private plunge pool looking onto the river. The main area is located around a huge infinity swimming pool with a restaurant and living area which is raised off the ground overlooking the banks of the river where there are plenty of hippo and crocodiles. Amara offer driving safari in shared open sided vehicles, walking safari and boating safari however at the time of visit in June the water level was too low to boat. The general level of guiding is good but at this price bracket we would expect a higher standard. Rhino are very hard to see in the Selous but if there is one place to see them it will be in this area. Once Amara becomes more established and builds relationship with the Rhino project in the Selous there could be a chance for some great rhino viewing area in this area. You may also likeSelous
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