Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages | Nairobi
The reception at the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages, Ltd. is the Historic Swedo House which was the original hunting lodge/farmhouse, built between 1906 and 1908. It is located approximately half a mile from the Karen Blixen Museum (Bogani House from the film “Out of Africa”) and is a 30-minute drive from downtown Nairobi.
The luxury hotel cottages were built in 2001, and are adjacent to the Karen Golf and Country Club where guests can enjoy a host of leisure activities, including golf, tennis, and squash. A host of other amenities such as shops, restaurants, and financial services can all be found nearby, within the Karen suburb.
The Coffee Garden sits on 5 acres of land with large hundred-year-old trees, beautiful gardens and a pool, and hundreds of different varieties of blooming flowers, and a large population of birds. The historic Grogan/MacMillan Manor House is an additional historic feature that was moved brick by brick from downtown Nairobi to the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden in 2008 to save it from demolition. It is now used for special occasions and dining.
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The cottages have been designed after the historic Swedo House to give a sense of reliving history in elegant style. All well appointed cottages have hi-beam ceilings with fireplaces, wood and mazeras stone floors. Mini bars, satellite TV & Internet.
We have 3 two bedroom suites with a common large sitting room. This is ideal for families or friend who would like to stay together in the same cottage.
Honeymoon Suite
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), ATM, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Cooking Courses, Fine Dining, Game Walks, High Tea, Massages, Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, General Sightseeing, Health and Fitness Centre, Helicopter Rides, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Mountain Biking, Museums, Safaris, Squash Court, Wine Tasting
Your Stay
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
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Ol Tukai Lodge | Amboseli National Park
Ol Tukai Lodge is one of the best spots in the world to watch elephants with the backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. Writers have described Ol Tukai and the surrounding Amboseli National Park as 'a home for the gods’. A place of rugged beauty, abundant water, lush green grass and forest, set like an oasis in the surrounding savannah shrubland. To crown it all, this is where you get one of the world's most awe-inspiring sights – dawn breaks and the sunsets over the 19,000-foot snow-capped dome of Africa’s highest mountain!
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Kibo Villa
Kibo Villa is an elegant three bedroom log cabin. All rooms are ensuite. The master bedroom opens onto a roof top terrace
Property Facilities
Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Business Centre, Chapel, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Kiddies Club, Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Fan, Lounge Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Smoking Rooms, Tea / Coffee, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Foreign Exchange, Meal on Request, Room Service
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Elephant-back Safaris, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Massages, Natural History Tours, Night Drives, Safaris, Tennis Court, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Big 5, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Elephant-back Safaris, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Natural History Tours, Safaris, Tennis Court, Wildlife Tours
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
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4 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, Swahili
No. Rooms: 80
Special Interests: Adventure, Battlefields, Big 5, Birding, Flora, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Relaxation, Wildlife
Sweetwaters Serena Camp | Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Nestled in the picturesque Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Sweetwaters Serena Camp is an ideal destination for those seeking an unforgettable holiday experience. Surrounded by breathtaking views of Mount Kenya, this sophisticated tented accommodation offers tranquil respite in the wild. Each of the 39 luxury tents features an ensuite bathroom, free Wi-Fi, and a private balcony or veranda overlooking the waterhole. Enjoy delicious meals and scenic views at the light-filled Rhino Restaurant or relax by the pool. With modern facilities and exceptional planning services, this central Kenyan tented camp is an ideal venue for weddings and corporate retreats. Guests can also take advantage of guided game drives to spot the famous "Big Five" or indulge in a massage at the treatment room.
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These spacious tents combine the traditional ambiance of a safari camp with the comforts of home. They offer either a king bed or two twin beds and views of the water hole; amenities include a bathroom with a one-hand washbasin, a WC and a shower with a shower curtain.
These spacious tents combine the traditional ambiance of a safari camp with the comforts of home. They offer either a king bed or two twin beds with the tents having views of the water hole; amenities include a bathroom with a one-hand washbasin, a WC and a shower with a shower curtain.
Boasting views of Mount Kenya, the new Morani Wing features 17 deluxe double, twin and triple tents, one of which is specially adapted for guests with mobility concerns. Bathrooms include a two-hand washbasin, a WC and a shower with a glass door.
Property Facilities
Activity Desk, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Electrical Outlets, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Foreign Exchange, Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Horse Riding, Massages, Night Drives, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Big 5, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Museums, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Walks (Guided), Wildlife Tours
Experience charged per person
Take a morning or an evening ride within the 600-acre Endangered Species Enclosure, accompanied by knowledgeable staff on Ol Pejeta’s safari horses. These rides will take you on a journey through a predator-free area set aside by Ol Pejeta for the recovery of the northern white rhinoceros. As well as meeting the last three remaining northern white rhinos on the planet, you will ride through herds of the highly endangered Gravy’s zebra and Jackson’s hartebeest. You will also encounter many other species including southern white rhinos and a myriad of plains game.
The rides will only be open to experienced riders and some proof of riding ability will be required at point of booking; clients judged to be of insufficient riding ability will not be permitted to undertake this activity.
Available twice daily from the Morani Information Centre at 10:00am and 3:00pm.
Thanks to Ol Pejeta Conservancy’s private status it is able to offer night game drives, an activity not available in most national parks and reserves in Kenya. A night game drive offers visitors an opportunity to discover Ol Pejeta Conservancy ‘after hours’. With the help of a filtered spot light, the drives can produce some unusual sightings of nocturnal animals, including aardvark, white-tailed mongoose, caracal cat and even perhaps, bat eared fox. Lion, often sleeping during the day are often sighted alert and active at night, and even on occasion, the more elusive leopard.
Available daily between 7:00pm – 9:00pm and 9:00pm – 11:00pm.
A unique opportunity to track and learn about the lions of Ol Pejeta and contribute towards their conservation. Guests can participate in helping us to gather vital research information needed to monitor the collared lions. In the event that the collared lions are inaccessible, other lion sightings are reported and the same identifying features such as whisker spots, ear tears and nose spotting recorded. It is a great way to learn about lions and all of the information gathered is passed on to the Ol Pejeta Ecological Monitoring Department.
Available daily between 6:30am – 8:30am and 3:30pm – 5:30pm.
A unique opportunity to learn more about the day-to-day care of the chimpanzees in our care.
Gain exclusive access to feeding time and the enrichment activities within their enclosures. Chimpanzees are not indigenous to Kenya. One can also adopt a chimp.
Available daily between 09:30am – 1:00pm and 2:00 pm – 4:30pm.
The bush walk gives visitors the opportunity to learn about game trails and spoor identification as well as the insects, birds and smaller mammals of Ol Pejeta. The walk is not designed to be strenuous however a reasonable level of fitness is required, as you can expect to be walking for around two hours.
Available daily between 7:00am – 8:00pm.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Rhino Room welcomes you with flavourful, locally sourced fare. Start your morning with our plentiful buffet-style breakfast, which includes a range of global dishes; you may also order a full English Breakfast, in keeping with safari tradition. Lunch is also served as a buffet, with fresh meats, dairy items and produce; vegetarian options are always available.
The restaurant’s table d'hôte dinner menus feature a salad buffet, a soup, an entrée, dessert, cheese and biscuits and fine Kenyan tea or coffee. Much of our cuisine is sourced directly from the communities that surround the reserve. Complement your meal with a glass of wine or beer, a fresh-squeezed fruit juice or an herbal infusion.
Settle in beside a roaring fire and toast a successful day with a cold local beer or a glass of wine or spirits. Open 24 hours a day, our warm and inviting bar showcases stunning views of the water, enabling you to gaze out at the abundant wildlife that surrounds us while you enjoy your drink.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
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Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 56
Special Interests: Leisure, Nature, Wildlife
Governors' Camp | Masai Mara National Reserve
Governors’ Camp is Africa’s first permanent luxury tented camp, remaining in its original site since 1972. It occupies the best wildlife viewing location in the Reserve, nestled in the riverine forest along the winding banks of the Mara River, its waters teeming with bird-life, hippos and crocodiles. It is perfect for couples, families and friends wanting to experience the best of what a safari in the Masai Mara has to offer.
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Our five new Family Tents are shaded by riverine forest and offer spectacular views across the open plains. Each unit features a (fixed) double bed on one side and a twin on the other, with the option to add a third single bed for larger groups. The twin room can also be converted into a double, perfect for two couples sharing. A central living area seamlessly connects the two bedrooms, while a wide verandah with outdoor furniture ensures you stay close to the action at all times. Two units are wheelchair-friendly.
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Drinking Water Filtration System, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, Family Safari Tent, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Safe, Shower, Table, Twin Bed, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
The camp is situated in the heart of the Masai Mara's prime game-viewing area. There are 19 "classic safari tents" (twins and doubles), all facing onto the Mara River. The tents are large, bright, and allow plenty of natural light. All the tents have been designed in the classic safari style, each with en-suite bathrooms and a private verandah.
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Drinking Water Filtration System, En Suite Bathroom, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Shower, Verandah
Perched on a bend of the Mara River, this is a lovely suite for honeymooners.
One of our classic safari tents has a ramp for wheelchair access and a specially modified bathroom to offer complete assistance. The flooring inside the tent is level, and the tent is spacious enough to manoeuvre a wheelchair around comfortably.
Property Facilities
Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Restaurant, Spa, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Massages, Safaris
Activities Nearby
Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Safaris, Wildlife Tours
Governors’ Camp properties combine the best locations in the Masai Mara with the best-designed vehicles and exceptionally highly trained and experienced guides to give our clients un-matched game-viewing and photographic opportunities in the world’s prime wildlife area.
We are in the heart of the best game viewing area of the Masai Mara; we take you out twice a day into the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve and surrounding areas. Our driver-guides are hand-picked and nurtured by us. They undergo a continuous guide training scheme mentored by experts in the field. Having operated in the Masai Mara for 50 years, our driver-guides have an un-paralleled knowledge of the reserve combined with a deep understanding and respect for the importance of this wilderness area, its flora and its fauna.
Game drives are included in the accommodation rate.
For those looking for an adventure of a different kind, we suggest a magical hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara.
The adventure begins just before dawn. Departure is from a launch site behind Little Governors’ Camp. Guests assemble at the launch site for a briefing as the flames from the hot air balloon burners light the darkness as the crews inflate their craft. As the dawn breaks, the hot air balloon fills and then rises. Suspended in a basket beneath the rainbow-coloured canopy, you’re off for a wildlife viewing adventure with an entirely different perspective.
What amazes most first-time balloonists is the absolute stillness – the silence as you float above the plains, the forest and the rivers of the Masai Mara.
After about an hour or so, your balloon safari finishes with a flourish. In the time-honoured tradition of balloon flights the world over, toast your return to earth with sparkling wine and enjoy a delicious breakfast that is set up and served at a very special spot. The experience ends with a game drive back to your camp.
There is an extra cost for a hot air balloon safari and the price depends on the time of year.
For a very unique experience, enjoy the excitement of a bush dinner in the wild. You will arrive at a special secluded location on the banks of the Mara river. A welcoming drink awaits by the warming campfire, followed by a delicious meal prepared by our Bush chefs, served under the stars, with the soft lights of safari lanterns and accompanied by the sounds of the African night and the grunting Mara river hippos.
Bush breakfasts and bush lunches are also available. Please try to book bush meals in advance. Costs: bush breakfasts and lunches USD $75 per person, bush dinners USD $92 per person
After your late afternoon game drive, end the day with a 'sundowner' at our very special spot on the banks of the Mara River. Our team will have set up a traditional 'safari bar' ahead of your arrival.
Sundowners are included in the nightly rate but premium drinks are extra.
The Masai people of East Africa are a striking image, synonymous with safari. A proud people with many traditional practices still very much alive in their culture. Visit a local Masai village and learn about who they are in their own words.
Entry to the Maasai village is currently USD $40 per person and is paid directly to the community.
Since the beginning of the 20th Century the cheetah population has fallen dramatically from 100'000 individuals to 7'500 individuals with human activity a major cause. It is therefore important to understand the cheetah-human interface, which is one of the key works of the Mara-Meru Cheetah Project, led by Dr. Elena Chelyseva.
Our Governors' Guides play a critical role in the data collection for Dr. Elena and her team, reporting through sightings and behaviour observations of cheetah spotted. Dr Elena enjoys sharing her expertise on the cheetahs in the area with our guests through talks or by accompanying guests game drives.
Please let us know if you would like to pre-book a talk or a guided game drive with Elena when booking your safari. There is a minimum donation requirement of USD $500 for a presentation in camp.
Visits to our responsible tourism projects can be organised from camp. Mara Rianda Primary School and Mara Rianda Medical Centre are two inspirational projects supported by Governors’ Camps.
There is no extra charge for this activity but donations to any of the projects are welcome.
On arrival at Governors’ Camp, you will notice our numerous little furry friends - the dwarf and banded mongoose - who are well-loved members of our famous "cast of characters"! We wanted to celebrate these entertaining critters by naming our kid’s club after them, so the Governors’ Mongoose Club was formed.
The idea behind this club is to educate and inspire our youngest visitors in ways they would never have access to in their mainstream schooling systems abroad. Game drives are, of course, extraordinary experiences in themselves to be shared with family, but there is so much more for your children to take away from their Kenyan safari.
The activities are designed to be fun and informative; we know these experiences will provide your children with lifetime memories. You, as the parents, can take some well-deserved timeout, enjoy a spa treatment, read a book, or have a siesta while our friendly team keeps your children as entertained and educated as they would like to be, whilst, of course, ensuring their complete safety at all times. Please note that the Mongoose Club is only available at Governors’ Camp.
Included in the accommodation price.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
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5 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, Swahili
No. Rooms: 24
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Nature, Relaxation, Wildlife
Mbali Mbali Tarangire River Camp | Tarangire National Park
Mbali Mbali Tarangire River Camp is set within 25,000 hectares of concession area, included on the land is a branch of the Tarangire River itself, which the camp overlooks. The property is in a great location for game viewing since it is only 3.5km from the main entrance to Tarangire National Park.
Traditional grass thatching adorns the roof of the main lodge structure, which is set off the ground on an elevated deck. The breezy lounge boasts ample seating in a relaxing open-air environment. The dining area, where culturally inspiring meals are served, consists of simple safari style seating and the elevated position allows for excellent views over the riverbank below. Both the dining and lounge areas are married into a proper bon-fire area and game viewing deck that also overlook the same stunning views. The lodge’s small, informal gift shop offers the families of the nearby Maasai villages a chance to sell some of their handmade wares.
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The Honeymoon Safari Tent is built around an ancient big Baobab Tree overlooking the Tarangire River. It has a King Bed with a comfortable mattress. There is an indoor bathroom with a toilet, shower & basin. The outside deck boasts an amazing outdoor shower and bath, which enhances the romantic setting of this tent.
- 1 Honeymoon Safari Tent (Double). Maximum 2 pax configured with one king bed.
All safari tents are equipped with private verandahs and en-suite bathrooms with toilet, shower and basin. Each safari tent has been built on an elevated wooden platform allowing for the movement of wildlife through the lodge and hence decreasing the interference of the lodge presence on the ecosystem. Thatched roofs keep the tents cool even at midday. The Safari Tents offer a combination of double, twin or triple bed room configurations.
- 7 Safari Tent (Double). Maximum 2 pax configured with one king bed.
- 5 Safari Tent (Twin). Maximum 2 pax configured with two single beds.
- 2 Safari Tent (Triple). Maximum 3 pax configured with three single beds.
The family tents are built with a little more room for parents traveling with their children. It allows for a delightful experience to have everyone together sharing their experiences of their safari adventures. Each tent has its own private verandah area and indoor bathroom with toilet, shower and basin.
- 1 Family Safari Tent (Family for 3 pax). Maximum 3 pax configured with one king bed and one single bed.
- 2 Family Safari Tent (Family for 4 pax). Maximum 4 pax configured with one king bed and two single beds.
- 2 Family Safari Tent (Family for 5 pax). Maximum 5 pax configured with one king bed and three single beds.
All these rooms can accommodate a maximum of 2 Adults as our family rooms are reserved exclusively for bookings traveling with children younger than 18 years.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Mobile Connectivity, Private Vehicle (Available), Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mosquito Nets, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Verandah
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Safaris
Book a game package for your stay. Proceed on a full day game drive of either Tarangire or Manyara National Park.
If you would like to book a private vehicle for your group, this is possible at an additional $400 per vehicle per night.
What better way to take in the Tarangire landscape of Baobabs than from the air? A sunrise hot-air balloon flight over the Tarangire National Park is sure to be one of the highlights of your safari. Flights last approximately one hour and are followed by a Champagne bush breakfast. For maximum enjoyment, children are permitted from age seven and above.
Tanzip Zipline Adventure Park is located just outside of Mto wa Mbu village in Tanzania, Africa. It is nestled at the base of the great rift valley wall, offering stunning views of surrounding lakes, wetlands, maasai steppe, and the rift valley.
Tanzip Zipline is located on the Northern circuit safari route, just minutes off the main road that leads to the national parks; Tarangire, Lake Manyara , Ngorongoro and Serengeti. The unique eco- course offers 4 thrilling zips with 6 unique platforms built around majestic baobab trees. Guests enjoy the safety orientation, scenic transfer through Maasai land, a wetlands stroll, and a fun zip adventure! Book the zipline experience alone, or in combination with an Mto wa Mbu village tour, Maasai culture tour, hiking, or biking in the area.
Additional cost of $65 per adult and $35 per child.
Manyara Treetop Walkway takes you on a sky-high adventure through the beautiful forest of Lake Manyara. Walk among the treetops and experience untouched nature and wildlife from a unique perspective.
This 370m airwalk starts with a short board-walk that gradually rises from ground level up through the canopy of the forest. You walk over a series of suspension bridges with thick netting on the sides, and reach a height of 18m off the ground. Each of the bridges end on a viewing deck situated around tree trunks. These treetop platforms are perfect places to stop and enjoy life in the canopy amongst butterflies, monkeys and birds.
During this walk guides will point out interesting facts about the Lake Manyara flora and fauna, while you can enjoy a unique birds-eye view of the world around you. This is Tanzania's first Treetop Walkway and one of the longest in Africa. A great outdoor activity for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Families, couples, individuals and groups are all welcome.
Additional cost of $30 per person.
Excludes additional TANAPA National Park fees.
Additional cost of $50 per Family.
Additional cost of $35 per person.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Fast Facts
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, Swahili
No. Rooms: 20
Special Interests: Big 5, Nature, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
The Plantation Lodge | Karatu
The Plantation Lodge rests on the red-brown hills of Karatu in Tanzania, a stone's throw from the entrance to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the Lake Manyara National Park. The lodge offers individually furnished rooms and suites set in the beautiful garden. In-room amenities include private bathrooms, hairdryers, toiletries, verandas/terraces, mosquito nets, tea/coffee-making facilities, and safes. Facilities and services include a restaurant, a bar, a swimming pool, a spa, a souvenir shop, laundry services, and Wi-Fi.
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Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
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Serian's Serengeti Lamai | Northern Serengeti
The open plains of the Lamai Wedge are incredibly beautiful and abundant in game. The landscape is reminiscent of scenes from Out of Africa, and there is plenty of freedom to roam and explore.
The camp is situated opposite Crossing Point 4, midway among all crossing points along the river – and is perfectly positioned to spectate the wildebeest river crossings. Away from the river, this area of rolling savannah, boulder-strewn hillsides and fig-tree groves, is littered with inconceivably enormous herds of wildebeest, topi and zebra – as well as all the predators that gorge on this movable feast. Needless to say, the game-viewing we have access to is world-class. Cheetah, lion and elephant especially make for fantastic sighting, but it’s not unheard of to see the Big Five in a day.
An intimate cosy camp the tents are set on teak wood decks. Lamai is split into three intimate wings, furnishings and creature comforts include flushing toilets and indoor stroke outdoor showers in an en suite bathroom, enormous wrought-iron beds, Moroccan rugs, and all the trimmings that make it simplistically elegant and comfortable. The peaceful intimacy lends itself to exclusive bookings, or groups accompanied by private guides.
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An intimate cosy camp the tents are set on teak wood decks. Lamai is split into three intimate wings, furnishings and creature comforts include flushing toilets and indoor stroke outdoor showers in an en suite bathroom, enormous wrought-iron beds, Moroccan rugs, and all the trimmings that make it simplistically elegant and comfortable.
A suite comprises two separate tents joined by a communal living space – and we’ve found that families especially value this balance of proximity and privacy. With parents in one half and kids in the other, each has their own en suite bathroom – and if needs be, a third child can sleep in the living room.
By day, the living room is ideal for lounging and reading, lazy snoozing, playing board games or sorting through the day’s photos… In short, anything that entails spreading out and relaxing in a comfortable space.
While couples travelling together might find the arrangement a little too cosy, single friends on safari can enjoy the luxury of having their own space, but being close enough together not to fear those night noises that always seem louder when alone…
Kidimbwe
Our private camp in the Lamai wedge of the Northern Serengeti is suitable for those seeking seclusion. If you immerse yourself in it, osmosis begins to take effect, and the quietude and beauty quietly infuse your being.
Property Facilities
Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Pure Cotton Linen, Shower
Available Services
24-hour Security, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Bird Watching, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Safaris, Walks (Guided)
The cornerstone of a safari experience at Serian is that each group has their own open-top safari vehicle, and their own dedicated guide and spotter. The freedom this grants you is key to getting the most out of your stay: go where the day takes you, without the limitations of fixed schedules, or fitting in with other peoples’ plans. Nothing but personal desire need dictate what you do.
Our vehicles are specially customised to be a climbing frame, and a photographer’s extra tool. They are comfortable, able to handle the terrain, and cover the distance…. And were designed for sun, rain, wind, and above all, the feeling of having as little as possible separating you from what’s out there.
Our guides and spotters are intimately familiar with these special places, so they know all its secrets and the ways the animals interact with it, from the subtle changes of the seasons, to the stages of an animals lifecycle, to the flora that sustains it all – they are the key that can unlock it all for you.
Although ‘Walker’ really is Alex’s surname, being born to such an identity turns out to have been a self-fulfilling prophecy. Spending his childhood days out on foot with his father’s trackers, then turning this into a full-time career as soon as he possibly could, Alex’s passion is walking, and it is without a doubt his preferred method of accessing the bush.
Walking safaris epitomise the golden chance to get away from the trails and beaten tracks, and immerse in the environment in a way that the noise and speed of vehicles don’t permit. Once you slow down, there’s a whole world that you never noticed before. The beauty of walking is that it engenders an appreciation of an ecosystem’s sheer perfection: every tiny element has its place, and plays its role.
Stripping away the layers between you and an untamed setting beckons forth your primal instincts: your hearing, sight and smell all sharpen in response – and your appreciation of what you perceive is heightened as a result.
In Serian’s Serengeti North, the focus is on the Mara River – water is always a concentration of so many life forms, and with the wildebeest crossing back and forth over it at this time of year, their effects on the bush, the predators and scavengers makes for fascinating exploring along the banks. We tend to steer clear of the herds though, as the idea is to steer clear of the crowds and vehicles – but this meander offers a combination of big game encounters, and beautiful countryside.
First off, a disclaimer: flycamping has nothing to do with flying. Rather, it takes its name from sleeping in the bush under nothing more than a flysheet, as was the camping tradition before the luxury-laden era of ‘glamping’ arrived.
The premise is that you spend the days walking, and the nights sleeping out in light weight tents, in a makeshift camp that moves each day – the end of each day’s walk brings you to your new site for the night.
Flycamping can easily be incorporated into your stay with us, with some nights spent in our main camp before and after – and in fact, we can’t recommend it enough. It can add a whole new dimension to your experience, and a taste of the wilderness that few others ever encounter.
Serian's Serengeti Mobile Lamai - Our Dining Table
After a day out in the silence, solitude and indescribable immensity of the bush, the ancestral ritual of coming together to enjoy fire and food caters to our innate appreciation for sharing.
We are social animals, and part of what makes things vivid and real to us is this capacity to share: the pleasure of dissecting your day, raking over the delicious details and unwrapping the delights over and again as you enjoy a meal, is what renders the evening perfect for digesting and processing the day.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
Fast Facts
Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, Swahili
No. Rooms: 10
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, Indigenous Culture / Art, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
