ol Donyo Lodge

View from ol Donyo Lodge deck

View from ol Donyo Lodge deck

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Suite Exterior View

Suite Exterior View

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Stars over ol Donyo

Stars over ol Donyo

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Waterhole on the Plains

Waterhole on the Plains

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Horses at ol Donyo

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Horseback Safari at ol Donyo

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ol Donyo Sundowners

ol Donyo Sundowners

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Wildlife viewing from the hide

Game viewing from the hide

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Bush Breakfast

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ol Donyo Landscape

ol Donyo Landscape

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Bush Walk to Breakfast on the Plains

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Landscape at ol Donyo

Landscape at ol Donyo

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Zebras at a Waterhole

Zebras at a Waterhole

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Wildlife viewing from the hide

Game viewing from the hide

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Giraffe at the Foot of Kilimanjaro

Giraffe at the Foot of Kilimanjaro

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ol Donyo Wildlife

ol Donyo Wildlife

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ol Donyo Aerial View

ol Donyo Aerial View

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Young Male Lion

Young Male Lion

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Riding Across the Plains

Riding Across the Plains

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ol Donyo Landscape

ol Donyo Landscape

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Cheetahs at Dusk

Cheetahs at Dusk

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ol Donyo Waterhole

ol Donyo Waterhole

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Image from the Sunken Hide

Image from the Sunken Hide

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ol Donyo Lodge main area

ol Donyo Lodge main area

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ol Donyo Lodge main area deck

ol Donyo Lodge main area deck

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ol Donyo Lodge main area

ol Donyo Lodge main area

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ol Donyo Lodge lounge

ol Donyo Lodge lounge

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Waterhole in front of the lodge

Waterhole in front of ol Donyo lodge

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ol Donyo Lodge Starbed

Each guest suite features a Starbed

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Masaai

Masaai

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ol Donyo Lodge Hide

ol Donyo Lodge Hide

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ol Donyo Lodge

ol Donyo Lodge

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Exploring the vast Mbirikani Group Ranch

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Wildlife viewing from the hide

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Spa Treatments at the ol Donyo Spa

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ol Donyo Lodge is located on the Maasai-owned Mbirikani Group Ranch, a vast expanse of wilderness between Amboseli and Tsavo National Parks, bordering Chyulu Hills National Park.

This stunningly beautiful area is incredibly diverse and often has spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. No other lodge in Africa offers such a wide range of experiences, in such a private setting. As one of Kenya’s only three Relais & Châteaux properties (other being sister properties Mara Plains Camp and Mara Nyika Camp), the lodge is perched on a hillside with views of East Africa’s classic savannahs below.

Eight deluxe pool suites plus one two-bedroom family suite offer a harmonious blend of contemporary and rustic accommodation, merging the landscape into each suite. Designed for broad appeal, the lodge is a perfect getaway for families, honeymooners or multi-generational groups. What makes it a standout is its considerable variety of activities – from cultural visits, good quality wildlife viewing, hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking – ol Donyo Lodge is a perfect place to feel Africa.

Add to this the lodge’s creature comforts of fine dining, spa treatments, infinity pool, star beds and multiple lounges, and it is a place to relax and unwind for days. Wildlife is here. This semi-arid region offers a diverse safari and wildlife viewing experience to that found in the Maasai Mara area.

ol Donyo Lodge pairs perfectly with its sister properties in the Maasai Mara such as our Mara Plains Camp, The Jahazi Suite at Mara Plains, Mara Expedition Camp, Mara Toto Tree Camp, Mara Nyika Camp or the Sambuk Suite at Mara Nyika. Together this combination gives guests the most well-rounded and complementary Kenyan safari itinerary.

No two of the lodge’s suites is precisely the same, but what is consistent is the view to Mount Kilimanjaro and the lodge’s famous waterhole as well as star beds atop each of the suites for sleeping under the night sky. All the suites have private plunge pools, and two are connected, creating a ‘villa’ concept, perfect for families or couples travelling together.

The thatch-roofed suites blend with the environment despite their commanding design. Flashes of bright colour interspersed with earthy tones, wildlife photography and local crafts punctuate the open-air layout.

Room

Deluxe Pool Suites (8 rooms)

Double

No two of the lodge’s suites are exactly the same, but what is consistent is the view of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the lodge’s famous waterhole as well as star beds atop each of the suites for sleeping under the stars. The décor is luxurious and opulent, while still retaining the atmosphere and sense of place that is an essential ingredient of an outstanding bush lodge. Art from around Africa coupled with the photography of Carol Beckwith, Angela Fisher and of course Beverly Joubert, create a commanding space under the high thatch roofs. The design is contemporary and yet traditional.

All suites have a lounge, indoor and outdoor showers, double washbasins, flush toilet and bath, and “star-bed”. The rooftop “star-bed” is accessed from the verandah via a winding stone staircase. This is a fabulous sleep-out option, with utter privacy and all the amenities of the suite just below.

ROOM FACILITIES:

Balcony / Deck

Bath Towels

Bath

Bed Linen

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Dressing Gowns

En Suite Bathroom

Ensuite

External Shower

Fan

Hairdryer

Hand Towels

Laundry Service (Complimentary)

Mini Bar (Complimentary)

Mosquito Nets

Outside Shower

Plunge Pool

Private Lounge / Sitting Area

Pure Cotton Linen

Queen Bed

Safe

Shower

Twin Bed

Unit

2 Bedroomed Sambu Family Suite (1 room)

The Sambu Suite functions as a bush home intended for families or groups of friends. This 2-Bedroom Family Suite is purpose-built and designed for a couple who want space and seclusion or for parents who require their children under the same roof but with adequate space and privacy. It has two bedrooms under one roof and one swimming pool. Each bedroom has its own spacious en-suite bathroom, complete with an indoor and outdoor shower, "star bed" and sundowner viewing deck.