Kenyan Bush & Beach holiday by rail

Our central dining area is reached by a timbered bridge spanning a mountain-fed stream and is flanked by water gardens. The walls feature hand-painted wildlife murals while the décor reflects the traditional culture and heritage of the Maasai people. The spacious lounge and bar feature a broad terrace and a blazing fire-pit where evening cocktails can be enjoyed.

Breakfast and lunch are presented buffet-style and feature a wide range of international choices. In typical safari style, we offer a full English breakfast as well as European options while our lunch menus will typically include meat, poultry, fish and vegetarian options.

Our table d'hôte dinner menus feature a salad buffet, soup, entrée, pudding, cheese and biscuits and tea or coffee. Vegetarian options are always available. Guests may also enjoy theme nights, with specialties ranging from pasta and Mongolian-style stir-fry, BBQ and spiced roast to Kenyan favourites like “Nyama Choma” (traditionally roasted meats), “Sukuma” (local kale cooked with tomatoes, onions, garlic and coriander), “Posho” (maize) and other local delicacies.

There's nothing quite as quintessentially "Safari" as a traditional bush dinner, especially when enlivened by the presence of scarlet-clad Maasai morans (warriors). Located in a grove of acacia trees adjacent to the lodge, your lantern-lit evening begins with cocktails around the campfire. A six-course dinner will then be prepared on a blazing BBQ, accompanied by a wide variety of salads and vegetables. As dessert and coffee are served, the Maasai will entertain you with songs, chants, and dance displays. Dine in the wild and experience the essence of safari life at its finest.

Few dining experiences are more memorable or as typically Kenyan as breakfast in the bush. Setting off after an early morning cup of tea, you can enjoy a fascinating game drive into the bush where, at one of our specially chosen breakfast sites, a full English breakfast will be cooked before you. Enjoy a glass of chilled ‘buck's fizz' while you savour the experience.

Timed to commence as the sun starts its descent, the Amboseli Serena Sundowner begins with a gentle evening game drive, arriving at Observation Hill just as the evening sky turns golden-pink. Safari chairs will be set up looking towards the mountain. There will also be a full bar service and cocktail snacks. Musical entertainment can also be provided. As night falls, you will be driven back to the lodge in time for dinner, passing the swamps at the ideal time to spot hippos out of the water.

This activity can also be enjoyed within the lodge's grounds.

The central dining room and the alfresco rock-built bar at Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge were beautifully designed and decorated in the local style to offer an unforgettable dining experience. The dining room features a stone terrace overlooking the wildlife-filled water hole and the bar offers comfortable day beds with majestic views of the rolling Chyulu Hills.

Each dish is crafted from the finest meats, dairy products, fruits and vegetables sourced from the communities bordering Tsavo Park. Breakfast is complimentary to all hotel guests. In typical safari-style, we offer a ‘full English breakfast' as well as European options. Breakfast and lunch are presented in buffet-style and feature a wide range of international choices encompassing meat, poultry, fish and vegetarian selections.

Our table d'hôte dinner menus feature a salad buffet, soup, entrée, pudding, cheese and biscuits and tea or coffee. Guests may also enjoy theme nights with specialties ranging from pasta and Mongolian-style stir-fry, BBQ and spiced roast to Kenyan favourites like “Nyama Choma” (traditionally roasted meats), “Sukuma” (local kale cooked with tomatoes, onions, garlic and coriander), “Posho” (maize) and other local delicacies.

Kindly note that our restaurant caters to any special dietary requirements our guests may have.

Main Dining Room with Views of Chyulu Hills Credit: Serena Hotels

Bar Credit: Serena Hotels

A vast embankment of volcanic rock, which rises from the plains and offers unique views, Lion Rock is so-called because it used to be a favourite lion haunt, including the famous man-eating lions of Tsavo. Today, the rock is used exclusively by the Lodge as a breakfast spot. Setting off early from the lodge, guests can enjoy a gentle game drive en route to the rock, arriving to find that a full English breakfast has been laid out for them on its summit. (Simple bathroom facilities are provided.)

Lion Rock Breakfast Credit: Serena Hotels

Bush Breakfast Credit: Serena Hotels

Dine in the wild and taste safari life at its best, accompanied by a group of scarlet-clad Maasai morans (warriors) or Akamba drummers. Located in a grove of acacia trees immediately adjacent to the lodge, your lantern-lit dinner begins with cocktails around the campfire. Dinner will then be cooked on a blazing BBQ, accompanied by a wide range of salads and vegetables. While dessert and coffee are served, our cultural entertainers will provide you with songs, chants and dance displays.

Bush Dinner Credit: Serena Hotels

With its stunning Indian Ocean views and locally inspired cuisine and décor, Fountain is a sophisticated, alluring and quintessentially Swahili in style. Whether enjoying the sumptuous buffet breakfast lovingly prepared by our chefs or discovering new flavours on a lavishly themed international buffet night or during our Swahili banquet, be prepared for a culinary journey that is second to none.

Fountain Restaurant Exterior Credit: Serena Hotels

Fountain Restaurant Terrace Credit: Serena Hotels

Alluring ocean views and the gentle sounds of the surf complement the seafood menu at this Arabian dhow-themed restaurant. Enjoy an array of dishes that use only the finest and freshest local ingredients, including fresh fish caught daily.

Jahazi Grill Credit: Serena Hotels

Jahazi Grill Credit: Serena Hotels

Overlooking the fishpond with weaver birds nesting on the blooming bougainvillea and coconut palm trees, Sokoni pays homage to the traditional brasserie-style café. In addition to snacks and pizzas, the menu features authentic Swahili delights. In the evening, Sokoni transforms into a gathering spot for enjoying acrobatic performances or traditional dance acts.

Stair Way to Sokoni Credit: Serena Hotels

Sokoni Credit: Serena Hotels

This relaxing, open-air thatched beach bar beckons you to enjoy moments of friendliness and warmth whilst taking in views of the resort’s expansive beach lawns and views of the Indian Ocean.

Here, by the sparkling pool fringed by palm trees, relax at the Swim-Up Pool Bar and choose from a selection of cocktails, beers and whiskies as you soak up the tiki bar-style vibe.

Swim-up Pool Bar Credit: Serena Hotels

Located on the rooftop, Nyota Bar & Terrace offers a selection of cocktails, beers and whiskies as well as wonderful views of the sky for night-time stargazing. With its relaxing atmosphere, Nyota Bar is the ideal place for enjoying a cocktail after an evening beach stroll, just before dinner or a nightcap before turning in.

Nyota Bar and Terrace Credit: Serena Hotels

This friendly spot welcomes you to unwind with a selection of Swahili teas, coffees and beers.

Lounge Credit: Serena Hotels

Authentic brick pizza oven with a stone and wood fire. We have a variety of fresh toppings including vegetarian, meat and seafood. The pizzeria is next to the fish pond overlooking a huge blossoming bougainvillea and coconut palms fringe from a distance, with weaver birds occasionally visiting.

Pizzeria Credit: Serena Hotels