KEEKOROK LODGE

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 4****

LOCATION: Maasai Mara National Reserve.

DESCRIPTION:
Keekorok Lodge lies at the southern end of Masai Mara Reserve, approximately 280 kms from Nairobi. It is sited in the direct path of the annual migration and was the first lodge to be built in the Mara. At the height of the migration, Keekorok is surrounded by a swarming mass of animals and there is hardly need to go for a game drive. Keekorok’s charm lies in the liberal use of local building materials. Sand stone, cedar wood and other indigenous materials are used in all rooms and public areas. A 300m walkway meanders through the riverine forest in front of Keekorok with a small bar at one end overlooking a dam where the resident hippo, if he is not on ‘walk about’ finds his observers as fascinating as they find him.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 10 single rooms and 74 twin rooms.

Room décor:
Accommodation at Keekorok is in bungalows, single storey blocks and in comfortable
shaded chalets all en-suite. The liberal use of cedar, pink and gray sand river stone
and other indigenous building materials off set the green lawns and colourful
bougainvillea.

In- room amenities:
Private en-suite bathrooms.

Special features:
Bush Dinner - Set on the banks of the Mara river, a whole roast suckling pig and lamb are carved directly onto guests plates as fish, chicken, pork and sausages sizzle on a barbecue. A buffet of assorted salads, tropical fruit and deserts compliment this feast fit for a king. Maasai dancers entertain guests after dinner with their unique ululation and high jumping dances. The barbecue is only operable in fine weather. A bush breakfast can also be arranged.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
• Dining Room - This opens onto a verandah and guests can eat inside or out. From the high-pitched wooden ceiling hang hand-woven wool rugs and intricately beaded Masai necklaces adorn the Sand River stone walls.
• Pool Bar - Open between 10.00am and 5.00pm. This bar serves snacks from a small menu between meals. Snacks cannot be taken in lieu of lunch in the main restaurant.
• Hippo Bar - Sited at the end of the Keekorok Walkway overlooking a small dam , cocktails and fresh fruit juices are served daily from 10.00am - 12.30pm and 6.00pm - 8.00pm. After nightfall an armed escort must accompany guests to the bar.
• Lounge Bar - This bar situated in the main lounge serves as a dispense bar for the dining room, verandah and lounge. It is open from 6.00am until when the last guest retires for the night.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
• Bureau de Change - The cashier can exchange reasonable amounts of foreign currency.
• Children - Children are welcome at Keekorok. Most bedrooms are easily large enough to accommodate an extra bed. A children’s menu and early supper is available and security guards by listening out for pillow fights or a wakeful baby give parents the opportunity to enjoy a peaceful dinner.
• Communication - Keekorok has 24-hour telephone and fax service. A radio also allows for contact between Keekorok, incoming aircrafts and other Mara Camps and Lodges
• Shop - A shop is available for personal toiletries and souvenirs.
• Credit Cards - All major credit cards are accepted at Keekorok Lodge.
• Transportation - Air - scheduled services to Keekorok are available from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. Flying time Nairobi/Keekorok is approximately 35 - 60 minutes depending on the aircraft used and the number of stops en route.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: The Video Lounge can be pre-booked and as a quiet conference venue it has a capacity of 60 delegates cocktail style, 30 delegates theatre style and 20 delegates classroom style

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
• Swimming Pool - The crystal clear swimming pool, shaded by bougainvillea, has ample sun beds and mattresses available for guest use. The pool is closed in the evening.
• Video Lounge - Wildlife films are shown here every evening at 9.30pm.
• Lounge - Guests can relax in the cool lounge and adjoining shaded verandah. Board games are available from Reception.
• Hot Air Ballooning - For memories of a lifetime three hot air balloons make daily flights from Keekorok Lodge over the Maasai Mara. Piloted by a professional licensed pilot each ascent last about 45 minutes and is followed by a champagne breakfast wherever you land. In exceptionally windy or rainy weather the pilots reserve the right to cancel fights-guests are given a full refund or offered, space permitting, a flight on another day. Children under 6 years are not permitted to fly.
• Game Drives - Vehicles can be booked for game drives through Block Hotels head office or directly at Keekorok.
• Maasai Dancing - On alternate evenings a troupe of Maasai Morans entertain guests for approximately 30 minutes. Lectures on Masai traditions and culture are given daily.

CLIMATE: At an altitude of 1,450 meters (6,400 feet) above sea level with warm days and cool evenings. April-June, October-November are the rainy seasons

KICHWA TEMBO TENTED CAMP

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism Classification): 04****

LOCATION: At Masai Mara Game Reserve, on the foot of Oloololo Escarpment. The distance from Nairobi is about 350 Kms (06 hour) through the Nairobi/Narok road - either to Ngoringori, Lemek and Aitong - or to Sekanani Gate, then Talek Gate, Musiara Gate, Mara Rienta, Mara River and across the bridge to Kichwa. Kichwa Tembo Airstrip is serviced by daily scheduled flights in the mornings from Nairobi, Nanyuki and Samburu and in the afternoons from Nairobi.

DESCRIPTION: Located in a prime game viewing area in one of the richest game reserves in Kenya. It is surrounded by an indigenous Riverine forest and has great views of the reserve especially during the annual migration of the wildebeestes.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40 tents and 06 Rondavels. Extra beds and baby cots available.

Room décor: Luxurious spacious tents with extended verandahs that overlook the grounds and game reserve.

Room amenities: Each tent is furnished with rugs, lamps, dressing table, wardrobe, Hot water bottles, hand wash basin, shower and flushing toilet, water flasks with glasses, insect repellent, umbrellas, torches, bottled water.

Special features: Comfortable, tranquil camp ideal for large groups and has a choice of packages inclusive of game viewing drives.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:The cool spacious dining room, with a capacity of 102 is constructed under a traditional thatched roof and has an unobstructed view of the vast Mara plains. Has comfortable real leather chairs. Luxurious moonlit dinners, served in the bush under canvas by a bonfire next to the banks of the Mara River (at extra cost). Cocktails (at extra cost) with hot and cold canapes, served on the slopes of Oloololo escarpment, with breathtaking views of the Mara plains below. Minimum six and maximum sixty persons.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
Bureau de Change and use of credit cards
Free safety deposit facility.
In-house clinical officer
Laundry service (weather permitting).
Free baby-sitting services available on request
Telephone and facsimile services are available at an extra cost.
Battery charging facilities are available at the Reception.
Gift shop

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
Game viewing drives in open 4x4WD Land Rovers
A beautiful outdoor swimming pool surrounded by comfortable sun-loungers.
Traditional Maasai dancers every other evening around the fire (weather permitting).
Slide shows conducted by the Resident Naturalist on topics such as the ecology Mara, culture..
Indoor games are available from the Reception.
Hot Air Ballooning can also be arranged at the Camp
Fishing excursions to Lake Victoria.
Guided Nature Walks (at an extra cost) through the three nature trails at Kichwa:
a) The Kichwa Camp Trail - 62 acres of indigenous forest within the Camp grounds.
b) The Mara River Trail - a gentle walk along the Mara River to see the big game on foot.
c) The Oloololo Trail - a more strenuous walk up the Western Escarpment

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Available on request.

CLIMATE: Altitude of 5,360 feet above sea level. The climate is temperate, with warm days and cool nights. There are two rainy seasons, short rains in November and December and long rains in March, April and May.

LITTLE GOVERNORS CAMP

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): exclusive.

LOCATION: At Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya. The distance from Nairobi is approximately.295 Kms (5 hours) and about 45 minutes by air to Musiara airstrip which is served by scheduled flights twice daily from Nairobi.

DESCRIPTION: Little Governors' Camp was built in 1976, around a small watering hole that teems with birds and wildlife. The camp, sister to Main Governor's Camp, has it's own exquisite independent character, in a romantic setting. Getting there is an adventure in itself as have to cross the Mara River, by boat, then a short walk through the forest escorted by armed guards.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 17 tents (12 twins and 05 doubles).

ROOM DÉCOR: Comfortable and tasteful spacious luxurious safari tents, tucked away amongst trees, each with a private terrace and veranda from which animals are viewed.

ROOM AMENITIES: In keeping with safari tradition lighting is by gas and kerosene lanterns, or by candlelight, en-suite shower/basin and flush toilet/Bidet; running cold and hot water, 220 Volt plugs at reception and Hot-water bottle in bed.

SPECIAL FEATURE:
• Tent No. 17 recommended for honeymooners
• Game package that includes game viewing drives and nature walks.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
Open bar and restaurant tent with view over the marsh and the plains, whose atmosphere is enhanced at night by the camp fire in front of the dining tent. Bush breakfast AND bush dinner can be organised on request at a supplementary cost. Room service on request, tea and coffee is served at the rooms with wake up call. Special dietary available with notice

GENERAL FACILITIES:
o Gift Shop
o Laundry - daily at no extra cost.
o Bureau De Change and use of Credit cards
o Telephone, Fax and Email in camp.
o Radio contact with other camps and Nairobi office.
o Musiara - all weather airstrip
o Children of all ages are catered for.
o Rate includes airstrip transfers, accommodation, meals, 3 game drives daily and laundry.
o Rate excludes flights, drinks, park fees and optional activities

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
o Game drives using the camps open-sided 4x4 wheel drive vehicles.
o Balloon Rides with champagne breakfast on landing (extra cost)
o Guided game walks in the morning or evening and ends with either champagne bush breakfast or sundowners respectably (extra cost)
o Cultural Tours - to a nearby Masai Manyatta (village) and donation made directly to the local community
o Lake Victoria - day excursion to Lake Victoria by charter flight. Boat rides and fishing on Lake Victoria. Excursion with overnight in Mfangano Island Camp highly recommended (all at an extra cost).

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Not available

CLIMATE: Warm during the day and cool at night. Long rain season end of March to end of May, short rain season in November.

MARA INTREPIDS

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 4****

LOCATION: The Mara Intrepids Club is located in the center of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, on the banks of the Talek River near one of the major annual wildlife migration crossings. It lies at an altitude of 5,300 ft above sea level 298 Km from Nairobi.

DESCRIPTION: Mara Intrepids Club is where the real safari begins. This luxurious tented camp has its own landing strip and as you fly in to the 'Out of Africa' plains the view is breathtaking.
The moment you set foot in the camp you will realize the privilege of this unique location. Mara Intrepids Club is set on the banks of the Talek River within the famous wildebeest migration corridor, right in the heart of the world’s greatest wildlife sanctuary in Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve. The luxury tents are arranged under the shade of trees in small clusters ensuring privacy and comfort. The evenings are enchanting with the sounds of the bush under the wide plain's skies. Mara Intrepids is divided into four distinct areas, each with its own open-air dining area and ‘mess tent’

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30 modern tents of a capacity of 60 persons.

ROOM DÉCOR: Large poster beds and reproduction furniture with modern en-suite bathrooms with hot showers. The secluded raised platforms enjoy views over the river.

ROOM AMENITIES: Tents are either twin or double bedded and are arranged in groups of two, three or four units to make individual mini-camps. All tents are self-contained with own bathrooms with shower flush, wash hand basin, hot and cold water and electricity.

SPECIAL FEATURE: The camp has private lounge/dining tent for each two, three or four tent units, private bar equipped with refrigerators in each of the 'mini-camps', comfortable four wheel-drive vehicles for game drives, swimming pool, residents' reference library, video room with wildlife video library, Gift Shop, elevated viewing tower for cocktails, suspension bridge over the Talek River, safe deposit facility for valuables, baited tree for leopard, and indoor games are available from reception.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES:
Breakfasts and lunches are served on champagne terrace overlooking the Talek River.The dining room has a seating capacity of 70.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
• Room service for snacks and beverages.
• Bottled water and insect repellent in tents.
• Telephone, e-mail, fax and postal services.
• Foreign currency exchange at reception.
• Single-day laundry and valet services.
• Early morning calls with tea or coffee.
• Welcome cocktails on check-in.
• Resident doctor available 24 hours

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
• Three game drives daily with experienced guides.
• Escorted walking safaris outside the reserve.
• ‘‘Night Sight’’ safaris with infrared binoculars (additional charge).
• Romantic sundowners overlooking the plains.
• Arrangements for dawn hot air balloon safaris.
• Lectures and slide shows on culture and wildlife.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Conference room with business and video facilities.

ALTITUDE: 4800 feet.

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