Almost synonymous with the word “safari”, Kenya conjures images of unique outdoor adventures and romance with nature There are lots of places to see in magical Kenya and the diversity of things to see and do continues to dazzle travelers from all over the world. And don’t worry about accommodation either, as the country is lined with options that suit just about anyone, from the casual budget traveler to those accustomed to something more high end. Here’s a tour of some of Kenya’s finest safari accommodation:
Masai Mara – Azure Mara Haven
Located on River Talek, next to the Masai Mara national game reserve, Azure Mara Haven provides world-class services and superb luxury facilities. Offering a broad exciting mixture of game drives, fun-filled activities, and balloon safaris, a stay here complements your safari experience. Day game drives in the morning enable you the awesome opportunity to enjoy a game drive in the vast Masai Mara game reserves to catch a glimpse of the Big 5 up close.
After the game drive, you will be welcomed at Azure Mara Haven, which features tastefully designed luxurious cottages and tents, outdoor baths, and a spacious dining deck overlooking the river and a 4-acre organic farm. For the ultimate thrilling safari experience, Azure Mara Haven also offers bush dinners which are ideal for a romantic set up for two and nightly Masai dance performances during bonfires, providing you with a remarkable and vibrant experience underneath the magical African night stars.
Lake Nakuru – Flamingo Hill Camp
Situated within the famous Lake Nakuru National Park which lies within Great Rift Valley, Flamingo Hill Camp is nestled between rolling hills and surrounded by a dazzling display of foliage and a variety of indigenous African plants and flowers. Nothing beats the mind-blowing experience of a game drive within the park, one of the earth’s phenomenal geographical features, ringed by shoals of obsolete and dormant volcanoes presided by one of the largest craters in the world. Catch a glimpse of the pulsating pink carpet of around 1.5 million flamingoes with over 500 different species of birds recorded and two of the last five surviving rhinoceros species.
After breakfast and the morning game drive, lunch is served buffet style. With just 25 cozy tents furnished with all the luxuries of modern travel, en-suite bathrooms, electricity and a private veranda overlooking the plains, Flamingo Hill Camp guests can enjoy a pampering massage and observe the spectacular display of the sun go down over the lake while enjoying a sundowner with bitings.
Lake Naivasha – Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp
Located on the shores of a freshwater lake 90 minutes drive northwest of Nairobi along Moi south road, Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp is a tented camp constructed mainly with canvas. All tents have en-suite bathrooms with an ambiance styled decoration to give guests the traditional tent look with all the comfort of a home. This way, guests get to unwind and catch a glimpse of the great landscape sceneries surrounded by the beautiful lake, Mt. Longonot and other ranges on the horizon.
Guests are kept engaged with various activities including water sports, boating, biking, hiking, birding, nature walks, and game viewing during the day, while at night, guests can relax, blend well and intermingle with the yellow/green acacia trees giving the tents a relaxing atmosphere from the calm breeze.
Amboseli – Kibo Safari Camp
A luxurious tented camp based in Amboseli National Park set at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, Kibo Safari Camp incorporates an open terraced restaurant and bar under acacia trees, with locally made bush logs and tents decorated with African rustic furniture that allow panoramic views of the majestic Mt Kilimanjaro and a beautiful swimming landscape within. During the day, guests will be taken by a van to the Masai village where you can spend time with the locals and experience their way of life. Game drives in Amboseli display an impressive variety of wildlife with more than 50 mammal species.
It is famous for being one of the best places in Africa to get close to elephants among other wildlife species, spectacular views of Mt Kilimanjaro, and over 400 species of birds. After a long day game driving and meeting the locals, Kibo Safari Camp offers special packages tailor-made to suit your requests, including romantic dinners under the stars.
Tsavo West – Ngulia Safari Lodge
Located in the Tsavo West National Park which is home to a big host of wildlife, Ngulia Safari Lodge can be accessed from Nairobi through Mtito Andei Gate or from Mombasa through Tsavo River Gate. Overlooking the rhino sanctuary surrounded by scenic hills, the lodge is perched on the Ndawe escarpment just below the Nguila hills. During the day, guests can take guided expeditions to a living oasis inhabited with fish, crocodile and hippos(Mzima springs), Hippo point, Shetani caves, Chaimu lava flows, Kichwa Tembo and roaring rocks, while at night, guests can be treated to sumptuous African cuisines under the starlit skies.
Tsavo East – Voi Safari Lodge
Situated in one of the world’s biggest game parks (Tsavo National Park), Voi Safari Lodge stands high above overlooking a vast expanse of the African bush 160 km from Mombasa. Guests can simply watch the herd of wild animals beneath the lodge or get closer by a network of access roads reaching into many corners of the park. Catch a glimpse of the three water holes and the ever-changing panorama of Africa unfold right before your eyes. An ideal spot from which to go out in search of the Big 5 due to the easy access to either the Tsavo east or Tsavo west of the national park. High standards of comfort and cuisine guaranteed with splendid views as far as the coast.
Enjoy astonishingly luxurious comfort in the wild as you explore Kenya’s famous safari parks. These facilities are sure to be among the highlights of this lifetime experience.
