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Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
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KENYA | | Location: | | Amboseli národní park | | Description: | | Amboseli
Framed against the glorious backdrop of Africa’s highest mountain, the magnificently beautiful Mount Kilimanjaro, surrounded by miles of rolling grasslands, patrolled by vast herds of elephant, shaded by the lush, feathered-green of an acacia grove and hugging the banks of a gently flowing river, this very traditional yet supremely luxurious lodge is the safari destination of a lifetime.
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park provides the classic Hollywood image of Africa. Set in rolling savannah scenery it is dwarfed by the presence of the pink-tinged, snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro which, at 5,896 meters, is the highest free-standing mountain in the world and topped by one fifth of all the ice in Africa. Against this magnificent backdrop roam vast herds of elephant accompanied by a kaleidoscope of other fabulous beasts - lion, buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, baboon, gazelle hippo and wildebeest to name but a few. There are also over 400 species of birds, all manner of reptilian, flora and fauna and some of the most soul-searing views in Africa.
The lodge
The lodge itself draws on a subtle Maasai cultural motif, featuring natural woodcarvings, traditional artefacts and a glowing selection of local art.
Sensitively located and built from ecologically sympathetic materials, its architectural shapes, style, textures and colours reflect the true essence of the African bush. They also enable it to blend effortlessly into the landscape and work in gentle harmony with the natural environment.
Rooms
The rooms, each with an uninterrupted view over the ever-changing vistas of the African plains, are styled to a traditional Maasai concept featuring beadwork, gourds, hand-painted murals and the clever use of the traditional manyatta bent-brushwood effect so as to blend an authentic nomadic aura with all the comforts of unabashed five star luxuries.
Guests can also enjoy an acacia-shaded swimming pool fed daily by the melt-waters of Kilimanjaro, a selection of natural timber game viewing decks, a water hole for the animals and an alluring selection of watering holes for the guests.
Guest Services and Amenities
Bush Dinners;
Sundowners at Observation Hill;
Private picnics;
Lunch boxes and specialist cultural entertainments;
Express check-in/out;
Full housekeeping services (laundry, valet, babysitting on request, children's menus/dining shoeshine etc);
Full medical back-up and emergency evacuation facilities;
Extensively stocked Africana Gift Shop;
Beauty treatments, massage and hairdressing;
Swimming Pool, nature walks, jogging trails, bird watching and game drives;
Forex facilities;
A wide range of board games plus a full library of books on Africa.
To many, Amboseli Serena is the very essence of African "safari" country. Your day begins with tea or coffee, before you set out for an exhilarating dawn safari drive. Game viewing is best at this time of the day.
Virtually every common species of East African wildlife may be seen at Amboseli Serena including lions, giraffes, wildebeests, wart hogs, zebras, gazelles, topi, hyenas, ostrich, hippos and baboons. But, against the backdrop of the snow-capped peaks of Mt. Kilimanjaro, it is the elephants that play the leading role.
Amboseli National Park has the most accessible viewing of elephants anywhere in the world. It is also home to hundreds of species of wetland and wild birds.
Overlooking the sparkling swimming pool and beautiful landscaped gardens, the verandah also offers guests exceptional game viewing. The lodge has LandCruiser vehicles which can seat 6 persons each. Game drives across the plains of Amboseli National Park are scheduled daily.
ACTIVITIES
Daily game drives (Each drive is accompanied by knowledgeable guides and equipped with full safari picnics)
Morning bird walks with our resident naturalist
Nature trails
The Amboseli Eco-Participation Programme and reforestation plan
Visits to a traditional Maasai manyatta
Cultural talks
Tribal dancing nightly
Spectacular Maasai Feasts under the stars
Bush Dinners
Safari Teas
Cookouts under Canvas
Sundowners' at Observation Hill Lookout or by the lodge's own water hole | | Type of accommodation: | | camping | | Location: | | National park - protected landscape area | | Star rating: | | | | Fittings: | | swimming pool, playgroup, day-care, hairdresser, library, summer terrace, massages, laundry, reception desk, restaurant, beach umbrellas and sunbeds | | Sport in place: | | safari, swimming pool | | Sport in neighborhood: | | safari |
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