{"id":338212,"date":"2025-04-15T08:37:59","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T08:37:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.easytravel.co.tz\/?post_type=accommodation&p=338212"},"modified":"2025-05-10T11:18:11","modified_gmt":"2025-05-10T11:18:11","slug":"the-retreat-selous","status":"publish","type":"accommodation","link":"https:\/\/www.easytravel.co.tz\/fr\/accommodation\/the-retreat-selous\/","title":{"rendered":"La Retraite Selous"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":339867,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"accommodation-facility":[],"accommodation-level":[],"accommodation-type":[39],"location_type":[],"location":[165],"class_list":["post-338212","accommodation","type-accommodation","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","accommodation-type-cottage","location-nyerere-national-park"],"acf":{"different_rooms":null,"accommoation_facility":[],"accommodation_includes":[],"accommodation_excludes":[],"accommodation_intro_heading":"The Retreat Selous","accommodation_intro":"In the Selous Game Reserve (now correctly called Nyerere National Park), The Retreat Selous occupies a remote, secluded spot for you to embrace the essence of the African wilderness. \r\n\r\nJust twelve suites at The Retreat Selous are \u2018hidden\u2019 here in Africa\u2019s largest protected wildlife sanctuary. Choose your adventure, and The Retreat will make it a reality. Great cuisine, service, location\u2026everything is here to ensure perfection! And, of course, wildlife \u2013 elephants, black rhinos, hippos, leopards, wild dogs, giraffes, and plenty more! ","accommodation_images":"","accommodation_rules":{"check_in_time":"","check_out_time":"","cancellation_prepayment":"","children_&_beds":"","age_restriction":"","pets":""},"room_description_group":{"room_description":"The Retreat Selous\u2019s twelve tented suites are super-spacious, canvas under thatched roofs, spaced apart for privacy and seclusion. All tents can be open for great views or closed to keep out any insects. (The inner wall is netted, and the outer is a tough canvas.) \r\n\r\nParticularly enchanting are the freestanding bathtubs situated on the outdoor decking. The furniture and furnishings are imbued with African styling. Romantics should consider our \u2018Love Nest\u2019 tree house option, perfect for couples looking out to the Ruaha River below. ","room_gallery":[338213]},"dining_area_group":{"dining_area_description":"Although the restaurant at The Retreat Selous is a great place to dine, there are other superb options where excellent cuisine can be served. Perhaps enjoy a dinner by the open fire. \r\n\r\nThe kitchen team features local and international cuisine, with fresh produce from Tanzania\u2019s coastal regions. The expert chefs are skilled and creative. No fewer than three bars will provide your favorite refreshment. ","dining_area_gallery":[338214]},"accommodation_map":"The Retreat Selous 4J3X+2CF, Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania","board_basis":false,"room_types":false,"best_seasons":false,"nearby_accommodations":"","wildlife_found_near_accommodation":"","accommodation_faq":[{"accommodation_faq_que":"Where is The Retreat Selous located, and how do we get there?","accommodation_faq_ans":"The Retreat Selous is located in the Selous Game Reserve\/Nyerere National Park and can be reached by air or road. The nearest airstrip, Sumbazi Airstrip, is 30 minutes drive from the lodge and is served by several airlines, notably daily scheduled flights (charters also available) from Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam, Arusha, and Ruaha. "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"What is the best time to visit The Retreat Selous?","accommodation_faq_ans":"The Retreat Selous closes between the end of March and the 1st of June each year. The dry season is from June to the end of October\/the start of November. Rains fall in mid-November and December and again in April and May.\u202f "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"What are the check-in and check-out times at The Retreat Selous?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Guests can check into The Retreat Selous from midday and must check out by 11.00 hours. Late check-outs and early check-ins can be accommodated whenever possible. However, an extra day\u2019s park entrance fees may become payable. "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"How are purchases paid for at The Retreat Selous?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Credit cards are not accepted. Payments in cash are welcome, and Tanzanian Shillings, US Dollars, Euros, or Pounds Sterling are all acceptable. (Note: US Dollar notes printed from 2009 and above are accepted.) "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"What room types are available at The Retreat Selous?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Room options at The Retreat Selous include six Eagle Hill suites (100m\u00b2) close to the main house and restaurant; three River Suites (160 m\u00b2) on raised platforms beside the river bank, with a 60m\u00b2 viewing deck fitted with a private plunge pool; one \u2018Lion\u2019s River\u2019 suite (220 m\u00b2) with an additional 60m\u00b2 tented seating area, great for families. Included is a personal dining area & plunge pool; one \u2018Hippo Point\u2019 (320 m\u00b2) exclusive private safari lodge experience, situated 2 km from the main site, thus giving you total privacy. It has two large individual suites, each 160m\u00b2, spaciously positioned on raised platforms with its own sundeck and plunge pool and also a large private infinity pool. A private bar, lounge, and dining areas are provided, serviced by a private cook and butler; fly-camping \u2013 sleep under the stars in this specially created fully transparent nomadic tent, with tree shower washing facilities. A private \u2018Hippo Point\u2019 cook, guide, and game scout discreetly provides service and protection; one \u2018Love Nest\u2019 is an open tree house with a big bed under a mosquito net, a swing, and an outdoor bathroom beneath an evergreen.\u202f "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Are there opportunities for guests to exercise and relax at The Retreat Selous?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Guests can make use of the swimming pool at The Retreat Selous. "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Is there Wi-Fi at The Retreat Selous?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Yes, there is satellite internet connectivity at The Retreat Selous. There is no mobile phone coverage. "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Is The Retreat Selous family-friendly?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Yes, The Retreat Selous is popular with family groups. "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Are children welcome at The Retreat Selous?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Yes, children of all ages are welcome at The Retreat Selous. The guides here will take children on their game-tracking adventures. Two of our rooms are especially suitable for families (Lion\u2019s River Suite and Hippo Point.) "},{"accommodation_faq_que":"Are there any activities for guests at The Retreat Selous?","accommodation_faq_ans":"Yes, The Retreat Selous provides the following activities or services. Two activities per day are included in the list below (note that, otherwise, extra charges may apply):\r\n