Quick facts
Destination
Saanane Island National Park
Country
Tanzania
Category
Safari Lodge
Price tier
Mid-Range Budget
Starting from
$150 per night
Star rating
4 / 5
Number of rooms
25
Nearest airport
Mwanza Airport (MWZ) — 17 miles from Mwanza Airport
Best for
Lake Victoria, Granite Rocks, Eco-Lodge, Tilapia, Speed Boats, Horse Riding, Spa, Mwanza
Child policy
Children are welcome. Children's playground on site.
Last reviewed
May 2026
Wag Hill Lodge & Spa โ Lake Victoria's Most Distinctive Eco-Lodge
Wag Hill Lodge & Spa sits on the tip of a peninsula jutting into Mwanza Gulf on Lake Victoria's southern shore, 30 minutes from Mwanza town. With more than a kilometre of protected waterfront, two natural harbours that have become breeding grounds for world-class tilapia, and a setting of "breathtaking granite rock structures that appear to defy gravity," it is visually unlike any other Lake Victoria property. The lodge is designed for minimal environmental impact โ eco-friendly, unobtrusive, with cottages, luxury tents and a penthouse.
Reviewers describe "an unforgettable experience โ the surrounding rocks, green hills, pleasant and welcoming staff, beautiful birds, lake view cottages and delicious food." Activities are unusually broad: speed boat cruises, hiking to see lion, a zoo, horse riding and two swimming pools. "We found everything in one place โ adventure!" Another review from a guest who stayed with their son: "This eco-friendly and unique lodge in the hills and shore of Lake Victoria was an unforgettable experience. The green hills, pleasant and welcoming staff, sounds of beautiful birds and lake view cottage made our stay truly memorable." Spa treatments, fishing, motor boating and rowboats complete the offering. The lodge is 11 miles from Saanane Island National Park.
Accommodation
Cottages, luxury tents and Penthouse. Two swimming pools with Lake Victoria views. Spa. Speed boats, fishing, rowing, horse riding, hiking to see lion. Restaurant with multi-cuisine. 30 minutes from Mwanza.
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WhatsApp UsLocation & getting there
Nearest airport
Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
Transfer time
17 miles from Mwanza Airport
Facilities & amenities
Rooms & accommodation
Lake View Cottage
Cottages on the Lake Victoria peninsula with lake views, private bathrooms and eco-friendly design. Two pools, spa and multi-activity access.
Luxury Tent
Luxury tents with private pools in some configurations. Same waterfront location and activities access.
Penthouse
Premium penthouse with panoramic Lake Victoria and granite rock views. Full lodge amenities.
Activities offered
Best time to visit
โ Good season โ Low / wet season
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WhatsApp UsSafariBando's view
Wag Hill Lodge & Spa is Mwanza's most distinctive property โ the gravity-defying granite peninsula setting, kilometre-plus waterfront, multi-activity offering (speed boats, horse riding, lion hill hike, spa) and eco-lodge credentials make it far more than a transit hotel. For a Lake Victoria experience that stays in the memory, Wag Hill is the choice.โ The SafariBando team