HILTON HOTEL

NAIROBI

Being one of the tallest hotels in Africa, the Hilton offers panoramic views of the city from the upper floors. The hotel is conveniently located in the middle of the shopping and business district of Nairobi and 18kms from the international airport. With over three hundred rooms, pools and all the facilities of a modern hotel, it attracts many business travellers as well as tourists.

NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL

NAIROBI

The Serena Group offers excellent hotel facilities throughout East Africa, and the Nairobi Serena is no exception. As a member of the Leading hotels of the World, the Serena is shaded by the jacaranda, bougainvillea and acacia trees and surrounded by lush manicured gardens. Set on the edge of the Central Park and the City Centre, the hotel provides a peaceful and luxurious retreat to travellers and business guests. With several outstanding restaurants, excellent staff and around one hundred and eighty delightful rooms, Serena is one of the finest hotels in Nairobi.

THE NORFOLK HOTEL

NAIROBI

The exterior of the Norfolk Hotel hasn't changed since the colonial era. Timbered walls are covered in vines and creepers, old London taxi cabs queue outside, historic cars and farming relics lie in the gardens and inside, old mounted photographs chart the history of Kenya. Its one hundred and sixty six rooms are of a very high standard and the hotel retains a tranquil ambience of the colonial period. The food is excellent, staff friendly and comfort matches any five star property around the world.

PANAFRIC HOTEL

NAIROBI

The hotel is ideally situated to visitors and business travellers, and retains a welcoming atmosphere with friendly and hospitable service. The hotel has modern facilities, around one hundred and seventy two simple yet comfortable guest rooms. The bar is always friendly and attracts many Nairobi residents. With panoramic views over Nairobi, the hotel has a three star rating and around eighteen kilometres from the airport.

SAFARI PARK HOTEL

NAIROBI

Situated only 10km from the Nairobi City Centre and 20km from the International Airport, the Safari Park is really an African-theme resort providing deluxe accommodation in 64 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and indigenous forest. All of the 204 distinctively designed and decorated rooms are airy and contain television, private bathroom facilities and private balconies.

THE STANLEY

NAIROBI

Situated in the city centre, the Stanley has a history of famous travellers, including Earnest Hemingway, who regularly gathered for a drink at the legendary Thorn Tree Café before or after a long safari. A message board on the acacia tree was and still is used by travellers to make contact with fellow travellers. With just over two hundred rooms, popular bars, good food and friendly staff, the Stanley is still one of the best places to stay in Nairobi.

THE ABERDARE COUNTRY CLUB

ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK

Just two hour's drive from Nairobi, the country club is nestled into the slopes of Mweiga Hill. Many visitors have lunch here, before transferring to the Ark. However, the Club is a delightful place to spend a night. The club also offers a 9 hole golf course, where you will mingle with resident antelope and baboon, a 1,300 acre wildlife sanctuary, trout fishing and gorgeous gardens, swimming pool, horseback riding and tennis court.

SWEETWATERS TENTED CAMP

NANYUKI

This beautiful tented camp lies in the heart of a private game reserve, with magnificent views across the plains to the snow capped peaks of Mount Kenya. There are also many activities to enjoy, including day and night game drives, nature walks, horse riding and visits to Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

SAROVA SHABA LODGE

SHABA GAME RESERVE

Located on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River, Sarova Shaba offers a unique luxury seldom found in a large African bush lodge. There are eighty chalet rooms that are certainly stylish and very comfortable. The lodge's grounds are well manicured and several springs attract a constant supply of birds. There is always evening entertainment, delicious meals and excellent staff to look after guests.

SAMBURU INTREPIDS

SAMBURU

Perched on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River in the heart of the Samburu, Intrepids location guarantees close encounters with the region's shier wildlife, including elephant, lion and leopard. This luxurious lodge offers twenty seven modern tents that are spacious and have private views over the river - often frequented by much game.

SAMBURU LODGE

SAMBURU

Located in a rugged landscape with a backdrop of jagged mountains and the beautiful Uaso Nyiro River on the doorstep, the sixty two rooms are spread along the river. The dining room is open on the river side, with long tables and large buffet meals. The bar's a popular spot and pool is certainly inviting during the heat of the day.

SAMBURU SERENA LODGE

SAMBURU

Situated on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River in the centre of the Samburu, Serena has sixty two rooms that are very comfortable, thatched and contains all the modern conveniences one would expect from a luxury lodge. . With a swimming pool, tribal interactions, camel rides and excellent game around the river, this is a highly recommended lodge.

MOUNT KENYA

MOUNTAIN LODGE

At 7,200 feet on the slopes of Mount Kenya, Mountain Lodge is ringed by a dense rain forest that comes alive at dusk with a myriad of sounds of creatures of all sizes. The rooms are simple yet adequately comfortable and have spacious verandas with views to the forest and water hole. You can often watch local game including elephant, buffalo, rhino and waterbuck queue up to drink! Gentle walks and fishing trips are popular here.

MOUNT KENYA SAFARI CLUB

MOUNT KENYA

Retaining a strong sense of history, Mount Kenya Safari Club still connects with Hollywood and the royalty. The main club building is dotted with memorabilia - huge trophy heads from the days when hunting was permitted and photographs of famous actors, actresses and various celebrities, from past to the present day.

THE OUTSPAN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

NYERI / ABERDARES

Gracious, solid and comfortable, the club has amazing views of Mount Kenya, beautifully manicured gardens and lawns, and forty five delightful rooms that still retain the qualities of an historical property. . With excellent restaurants, bars, taverns, a Kikuyu homestead and Lord Baden Powell's museum to look at, the club is certainly worth a visit.

THE ARK

ABERDARE NATIONAL PARK

Set in the heart of the Aberdare National Park, this unique game lodge overlooks a floodlit waterhole and salt lick, which attracts a host of wildlife, including elephant, rhino, leopard, bushbuck and occasionally an elusive bongo or giant forest hog. Resembling, and named after Noah's Ark, the Ark comprises of three decks from which numerous balconies and lounges provide superb vantage points for game viewing. Fifty nine simple yet comfortable en suite cabins are fitted with buzzers to announce the arrival of one of the 'big five'

TREETOPS

ABERDARES

Treetops is Kenya's original tree lodge, legendary for its historical royal connection and for the animals it attracts to the waterhole, including rhino, elephant, buffalo, lion, bushbuck, waterbuck and many other species. Solely dedicated to game viewing, the accommodation is compact and cosy, and only has fifty rooms with shared bathroom facilities. Dinner is served at refectory tables with bench seating which is 'intimate'.

LEWA SAFARI CAMP

LEWA DOWNS

Lewa Tented Safari Camp has just twelve luxury tents that are discreetly sited close to a busy little water hole that's flood lit at night. The emphasis here is on activities, from walks, day and night drives, visiting local sites of interest and horse/camel riding - they are all very well run and accompanied by brilliant guides. Camel safaris are also available from here, lasting anything up to a week!

ELSA'S KOPJE

MERU NATIONAL PARK

Perched on top of Mugwongo Hill is the site of George Adamson's first camp. From one of the eight luxury cottages, guests enjoy a 270 degree view of the surrounding park with its scattered kopjes and mysterious baobab trees. The open plan rooms are individually designed, incorporating the rocks into the structure. Traditional African furniture, bright fabrics and whitewashed walls are all simple yet superbly comfortable and stylishly effective.

LARSEN'S TENTED CAMP

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Set in lush lawns on the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River, Larsen's has a tranquil atmosphere with elephants, impala and baboons generally always in the local vicinity. There are seventeen spacious en suite tents here that are all raised on wooden platforms with views over the river. The camp retains much of the memorabilia from Eric Larsen's days.

AMBOSELI SERENA SAFARI LODGE

AMBOSELI

The lodge is set in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, beside a copse of giant acacia trees and a gently flowing natural spring. It is one of Kenya's finest safari lodges. All around the lodge roams big game that has made East Africa legendary. The lodge has ninety six well decorated, very comfortable rooms, excellent food and very friendly staff. It's a highly recommend place to stay here.

TORTILIS CAMP

AMBOSELI

Tortilis lies on the edge of Amboseli and gazes out onto the snow capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Each of the seventeen tents are spacious and well designed with generous stone verandas with comfy wicker chairs. Tortilis offers fascinating nature walks guided by local Masai, who are happy to pass on their traditions and medicinal lore, and point out which plants they use and which they avoid. Game drives are also available.

FINCH HATTON'S

TSAVO WEST

At the foot of the Chyulu Hills, within Tsavo National Park, Finch Hatton's provides a taste of life as it was for the big game hunters in the earlier part of the century. The luxury tented lodge offers thirty five elegantly refined accommodation under canvas. Food is taken very seriously here. Dinner is always a 'production'. Served by waiters wearing the khanzu, the traditional snowy-white tunic that servants wore in the colonial period but now worn with pride.

NGULIA SAFARI LODGE

TSAVO WEST NATIONAL PARK

Ngulia Safari Lodge is located on a spectacular site in Tsavo West National Park. It's been built at the top of a rocky outcrop and carved into two flat terraces. There is a grassy plain and well visited water hole to the left, then in front of the restaurant, is a 'strategically' located dead tree, where meat is put out each evening for a resident leopard. All fifty bedrooms are quite simple and have balconies and en suite bathrooms.

KILAGUNI LODGE

TSAVO WEST

Kilaguni lies in the heart of Tsavo, one of the best game viewing areas in the park. Only 100 metres away from the main building lie a series of waterholes that attracts animals from miles around. The lodge has around sixty rooms that are well designed, spacious and include all the modern conveniences one would expect from a top lodge here. With Mzima Springs close by and Mount Kilimanjaro dominating the horizon, this is a highly recommended place to stay. The food and service are very good too.

SALT LICK LODGE

TAITA HILLS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Salt Lick Lodge is located in the heart of Hilton International's own private Wildlife Sanctuary which lies adjacent to Tsavo National Park. The reserve plays an increasingly important role in the protection and conservation of Kenya's wildlife heritage. All ninety six rooms are overlooking a salt slick and small waterhole. The restaurant, bar and main balconies have views over the water hole and salt lick, which is constantly in use by local park residents. There is also an underground hide for closer encounters.

HILTON TAITA HILLS SAFARI LODGE

TAITA HILLS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Taita is located in the heart of Hilton International's own private Wildlife Sanctuary which lies adjacent to Tsavo National Park, therefore plays an increasingly important role in the protection and conservation of Kenya's wildlife heritage. Activities include game drives, tennis courts, 9 hole golf course, camel riding or just relaxing around the swimming pool.

VOI SAFARI LODGE

TSAVO EAST

Strategically located in Tsavo East National Park, Voi Safari Lodge stands high above the town of Voi, and overlooks a vast expanse of African bush. With large herds of elephant, buffalo and a wide diversity of animal, bird and plant life, Tsavo is an ideal stop over en route to or from Mombasa. From the lodge, you can look out onto the two water holes below and for the camera enthusiasts, close-ups and excellent pictures can be taken from the hide, as animals come to drink.

VOYAGER SAFARI CAMP

TSAVO WEST

Situated in the shadow of majestic Mount Kilimanjaro on the edge of Tsavo West National Park, Voyager Safari Camp sits on the edge of a small dam on the Sante River. This exclusively tranquil camp offers a close encounter with the resident hippos and crocodiles, as well as the big game of one of Kenya's most spectacular and least explored parks. All of the twenty five tents look out over the river, and are spacious, comfortably furnished and classic in ambience.

SHIMBA RAINFOREST LODGE

SHIMBA HILLS

Set discreetly in the heart of an ancient tropical rain forest, Shimba is constructed from indigenous timber that blends perfectly into the surrounding forest vegetation. It is the only tree hotel on the Kenyan coast, and shares this scenic home with herds of sable antelope, elephant, buffalo, civet and genet cat - all popular at the floodlit waterhole. All thirty rooms (not en suite) are quite small but well designed with big windows and vantage points that overlook the waterhole.

ZIWANI TENTED CAMP

TSAVO WEST

Situated in the shadows of Mount Kilimanjaro, Ziwani is the ideal spot on the banks of the Tsavo River, which is fed by the melting snows of Kili. With around twenty spacious tents, Ziwani retains a rustic ambience that's comfortable and reminiscent of a bygone era. Mzima Springs is also a very popular visit for guests.

BATELEUR CAMP

MAASAI MARA

The camp is set amongst forests on the edge of the Masai Mara, just below the spot where scenes from the motion picture 'Out of Africa' was filmed. The camp recreates the authentic feel of being on safari during the early twentieth century, when hordes of porters would carry all that was deemed necessary for sophisticated comfort! All nine tents are luxuriously well decorated. Activities include game drives and walks, accompanied by an extremely knowledgeable guide.

DREAM CAMP

MASAI MARA

Situated on the banks of the Talek River, Dream Camp has just 15 tents located on the border of the park. The camp is very ecologically friendly with both electricity and hot water generated by solar power. Tents are comfortable, food tasty and service very efficient. They also have a mobile camping operation in the surrounding Masaai lands, which is highly recommended for two or three nights.

GOVERNORS' CAMP

MASAI MARA

Governors' Camp lies on the banks of the Mara River to the west of the famous Masai Mara. The camp is in a spot once reserved for the colonial governors of Kenya and their royal visitors therefore placing particular emphasis on comfort, service and excellent cuisine. Activities are mainly concentrated on game drives and walking safaris, all accompanied by knowledgeable guides.

GOVERNORS' IL MORAN

MASAI MARA

Il Moran is perfectly suited to those who want that extra sense of luxury. With just ten beautifully furnished tents located along the Mara River, the camp is hidden in the shadow of ancient trees and the surrounding bush. Everything is done to perfection here, from the lodge's decoration, to the exquisite cuisine.

GOVERNORS' PRIVATE CAMP

MASAI MARA

Governors' Private Camp has all the assets of an individually tailored mobile safari with the advantages of a long established company. There is a traditional safari atmosphere and all the comforts have been maintained through out the eight tents. The food is also of the highest possible quality. Private Camp is generally hired by clients or small groups who seek exclusivity… where everything is tailored around guests requirements.

KEEKOROK GAME LODGE

MASAI MARA

One of the oldest lodges in the Mara, Keekorok was opened in early 60's and lies at the southern end of the Mara. With eighty five rooms spread out in the gardens, the lodge doesn't feel as large as it sounds. Rooms are spacious though are simple. What the lodge lacks in luxury, it makes up for in excellent game viewing, as it's right in the migration path!

LITTLE GOVERNORS' CAMP

MASAI MARA

Little Governor's Camp is built around a small lake that teems with birds and wildlife. The seventeen tents are reached by boat, across the Mara River and are exquisitely set, offering a serene and romantic atmosphere. Built for intimacy, entirely from canvas, the tents look out over the busy waterhole, furnishings are luxurious, bar always stocked and a French chef continues to amaze guests with delightful cuisine.

MARA CAMP

MASAI MARA

Adjoining the Masai Mara, the camp is protected by the Koyiaki wilderness area, so away from the other lodges and many of their activities. This is an exclusive seasonal camp with only six tents that are comfortable, very spacious and en suite. All guests are looked after by superb staff and very knowledgeable guides. Activities are focused on day and night drives and particularly the walking safaris.

MARA EXPLORER CAMP

MASAI MARA

Mara Explorer is situated on a broad, thickly forested bend of the Talek River in the middle of the Maasai Mara. From here, it enjoys prime viewing of the wildebeest migration. During the remainder of the year, herds of watering elephant, giraffe and other animals can often be seen from guest's private veranda. This is a 'five-star' camp and offers 10 luxurious tents with good river views.

MARA INTREPIDS TENTED CAMP

MASAI MARA

Set above a sweeping bend in the Talek River at the confluence of the Maasai Mara's four game main viewing areas, Intrepids enjoys one of the most spectacular locations in the reserve. With thirty luxury tents widely spread across a large riverside site, it ensures guests the optimum privacy and peace. Each tent sits on a shady platform, with sweeping views over the riverbanks where a wide variety of animals come to drink.

MARA SAFARI CLUB

MASAI MARA

Owned are run by the Lonrho Group, the club is set in the Ol-Choro Oiroua Conservation Area, bordering the Masai Mara. Surrounded on three sides by the Mara River, all fifty tents have their own private river frontage, with four-poster beds, veranda, electricity, modern en-suite facilities with hot and cold running water.

MARA SAROVA TENTED LODGE

MASAI MARA

The tented lodge is located inside the eastern section of the Masai Mara and hidden in a wonderful little forested valley away form sight of other Mara visitors. There are seventy five tents that are quite luxurious and contain everything one would expect from a permanent bush lodge. Wooden walkways link the tents and manicured lawns with the main dining / bar areas, and are built over wide lily ponds. Bird life is abundant, with kingfishers a speciality.

MARA SERENA LODGE

MASAI MARA

A good interpretation of a traditional Masai village, Mara Serena is perched on a hill, with a beautiful pool that looks out over the wide plains below. The seventy two rooms are Masai influenced in style yet extremely spacious and comfortable. Game drives are the main form of activity here, with excellent concentrations of wildlife in the local vicinity of the lodge.

MARA SOPA LODGE

MASAI MARA

Mara Sopa is set in the Oloolaimutia Valley and built into the surrounding hillside. The ninety rooms are all spacious, well equipped and have excellent views over the surrounding countryside. The lodge has spacious conference facilities for up to one hundred and twenty guests and is an excellent venue for special occasions. It can cater for birthday and anniversary parties, bush breakfasts, lunches, bar-b-ques, sundowner cocktail parties, gala dinners or theme evenings.

SIANA SPRINGS INTREPIDS

MASAI MARA

Just outside the eastern boundary of the Mara, Siana Intrepids occupies a lush indigenous forest watered by the largest natural springs in the Mara ecosystem - Siana Springs. The camp's location offers guests unique opportunities for excellent private bush walks and drives on the plains and along the seasonal streams beneath Ngama Hills. This luxurious camp offers thirty eight spacious tents surrounded by bamboo groves, flowering ornamental trees, lily clad ponds and a lush indigenous forest.

VOYAGER SAFARI LODGE

MASAI MARA

Situated to the north east of the Mara, within the borders of the Koyaki / Lemek Wildlife Trust, the lodge sits on the banks of a broad bend in the Mara River, with sweeping views over waters inhabited by large pods of hippo. Indigenous forests around the lodge are home to elephant and buffalo, while the plains are frequented by all the big cats. Accommodation is in seventy eight intimate cottage style rooms, all with beautiful views over the river and the forests beyond. The restaurant serves delicious homemade meals that are highly recommended.

GREAT RIFT VALLEY LODGE

LAKE NAIVASHA

The Great Rift Valley Lodge sits at about 7,000 feet, with vistas that stretch from the shimmering waters of Lake Naivasha to the jagged volcanic crater of Mount Longonot and, beyond, the sloping shoulders of the Aberdare Mountains. With thirty delightfully spacious and decorated new rooms and various cottages,

LAKE ELEMENTAITA LODGE

LAKE ELEMENTAITA

Built in the early 1900's the lodge still retains much of the grace, charm and features of the early colonial home: red brick building with shady terraces, an internal courtyard, panelled walls, a sitting room with a library and log fires. With thirty three rooms tucked away in the gardens, they are all quite simple, though certainly comfortable enough for a few nights stay. The property overlooks Lake Elementaita and is located in a private estate, so offers a host of activities from walking trips to horse riding.

LAKE NAIVASHA COUNTRY CLUB

LAKE NAIVASHA

The club rose to fame in the 1930's, as the staging post for Imperial Airways' flying boat service from Durban to London. With heavily influenced colonial architecture, the main buildings are solid and comfortable, with around fifty rooms stretching out into the gardens - which are lush and colourful. The rooms are quite simply furnished though quite spacious. Being right on the shore line, most activities are focused on the lake, with many boat trips heading to Cresent Island, where one can get out and do gentle walks.

SAROVA LION HILL LODGE

LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

Located high on the plateau overlooking Lake Nakuru, the views are panoramic - shimmering pink shadows created by millions of flamingos, pelicans and marabou storks. The landscape seems to always blossom here, as natural foliage and a variety of wild flower blossom. There are only 65 rooms, all are air-conditioned and have modern conveniences. Views from the room's verandas are also panoramic.

LAKE NAKURU LODGE

LAKE NAKURU

Lake Nakuru Lodge is in the south eastern sector of the park, with commanding views of the lake and flamingos, for which it is justly famous. Lush gardens surround the lodge and cottages, which can accommodate up to one hundred and twenty guests. There is a good daily programme of activities, as this is a very well stocked park with everything from Rothschild's giraffe to black and white rhino.

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