Ol Donyo Lodge sits in thick woodland on a gently sloping hillside with vistas over the plains to distant Kilimanjaro. Eight Deluxe Pool Suites offer a blend of contemporary and rustic accommodations. Each room has an en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower and its own plunge pool. No two of the lodge’s suites is exactly the same, but what is consistent is the view to Mount Kilimanjaro as well as star beds atop each of the suites for sleeping under the night sky.

In addition to the Delxue Pool Suites, The Sambu Suite consists of two identical suites with a bathroom each, a star-bed and sharing a common pool and lounge.

The main lodge consists of cozy lounge areas surrounding a large stone fireplace and an open-air bar, expansive veranda, library, curio shop, outdoor campfire and a swimming pool.

Ol Donyo Lodge is wedged between Kenya's Tsavo East and Amboseli National Parks in the heart of the Chyulu Hills and presided over by the magnificent summit of Africa’s greatest summit - Mount Kilimanjaro.

The lodge is accessed by scheduled air transfers or private air charters from Nairobi’s domestic Wilson Airport. The road transfer from the airfield to Ol Donyo Lodge takes approx. 30 minutes.

Set on the Mbirikani Group Ranch - owned by 4’000 Maasai and leased by Great Plains Conservation - Ol Donyo Lodge blends contemporary design with the rich culture and history of the native Maasai. The full lease fee as well as a per person conservancy fee goes directly to this community on the understanding that they will ensure the conservation of the ranch and the resident animals.

The collaboration between Great Plains and the Maasai owners of the land pays off superbly. Mbirikani Group Ranch is one of Kenya's richest regions in wildlife. With a bit of luck, you can witness some of Africa’s last giant elephant bulls roam freely.

While the "Big Five" are here - rhino, elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo - they are often elusive; however, cheetah, fringe-eared oryx, gerenuk, and giraffe make for frequent viewing.

You may want to complement your stay at Ol Donyo Lodge with a visit to Amboseli National Park, where you encounter Africa's largest and most beautiful big-tusked elephants. Largely untouched by poaching, the park supports about 1500 of these great animals. Lions, spotted hyenas, wild cats, jackals and caracals represent the carnivores.

Early morning and late afternoon game drives in open vehicles, guided walks, bush breakfast and dinners, hiking, horse riding (for all guests, novice to professional), mountain biking, tracking, night drives, conservation and community out-reach programmes.

The proximity to Amboseli National Park gives the opportunity for full day excursions to the park. Guests depart the lodge after breakfast for a leisurely drive across the plains and through small villages. This excursion can only be guaranteed in advance, please book it at the time of reservation and it is subject to additional cost.

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