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Ol Donyo Lodge

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Ol Donyo Lodge is the only lodge in East Africa to be awarded the prestigious Relais & Chateau status. There are awesome views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Ol Donyo lies in the foothills of the Chyulu Range. The Chyulu Hills are the youngest range of volcanic hills in Africa, the last volcanic activity having only happened about 600 years ago. They are situated halfway between Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks on a concession of 300,000 acres of communally owned Maasai land, known as Mbirikani Group Ranch, which is also part of the Amboseli eco-system. The open plains, rolling hills and the snow topped Mount Kilimanjaro invoke images of Africa as it was in the earlier part of the last century. Wildlife and Maasai herdsmen live, as nature determined they should, in this unspoiled corner of Kenya.

Ol Donyo Lodge consists of ten expansive guest suites in six stand-alone villas. No two are the same design - each suite and villa is designed and positioned slightly differently but all have a dramatic view of the plains and Mt. Kilimanjaro in the distance. 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 and Angela Fisher create a commanding space under the high thatch roofs surrounded by cool stonewalls. The design is contemporary and yet traditional.

Each suite has a rooftop “star-bed” accessed from the verandah via a winding stone staircase. The “star-beds” are a fabulous sleep-out option, with utter privacy and all the amenities of the suite just below. Each suite also has a lounge, verandah, indoor and outdoor showers, double washbasins, flush toilet and bath. All but two of the suites have their own private pool(s).

Guests can plan their day choosing from a wide range of guided activities such as game drives in open 4x4 Land Rovers, walking safaris, horse riding, hiking in the mountain range or cultural exposure to traditional Maasai customs.

Arrangements include:

·         All meals and snacks

·         Soft drinks, beers, house wines

·         Laundry

·         Shared game drives – day and night

·         Guided walks

·         Horse rides

·         Maasai cultural visits

Features

TYPE:
Accommodation
LANGUAGES:
English, Swahili
NO. ROOMS:
ROOM TYPES
Deluxe Pool Suites (8 rooms)
2 Bedroomed Sambu Family Suite (1 unit/villa)
9
SPECIAL INTERESTS:
Adventure
Big 5
Birding
Cycling
Flora
Gourmet
Hiking
History & Culture
Leisure
Nature
Relaxation
Star Gazing
Wildlife
Wine
PROPERTY FACILITIES:
24-hour Security
Bar
Eco Friendly
Gym
Kiddies Club
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Library
Pool
Private Vehicle Available
Restaurant
Spa
ROOM FACILITIES:
Balcony / Deck
Bath
Dressing Gowns
En-Suite
Fan
Fireplace
Hair Dryer
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge Area
Outside Shower
Private Pool / Jacuzzi
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Verandah
AVAILABLE SERVICES:
Babysitting Service
Credit Card
ACTIVITIES ON SITE:
Big 5
Bird Watching
Cycling
Fine Dining
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Game Viewing Hide
Game Walks
Gourmet Picnic
Helicopter Scenic Flights
Horse Riding
Horse-back Safaris
Massages
Safaris
ACTIVITIES OFF SITE:
Big 5
Bird Watching
Child Friendly Activities
Cycling
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Game Walks
General Sightseeing
Hiking
Horse Riding
Horse-back Safaris
Mountain Biking
Safaris
Wine Tasting
FRIENDLY:
Children
Honeymoon
Leisure
Luxury
Romance
Vegetarian
GUIDANCE:
Game Drive (Max 4 pax with window seats)
Private Restaurant Dining
Sole Use Available

Room

Deluxe Pool Suites (8 rooms)

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.

Unit

2 Bedroomed Sambu Family Suite (1 unit/villa)

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.

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