NationalGeographicTravellerAustraliaandNewZealandWinter2018

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Ke nya’s


unique lodges


Take wildlife viewing to the next level as you explore some
of this extraordinary country’s most beautiful landscapes
and relax at a series of exclusive lodges and camps.

F


ew places on earth conjure images
of exotic wildlife and sweeping
landscapes like Kenya. From
a secluded corner in the hills of the
country’s southeast to the mighty plains
of the Maasai Mara, immerse yourself
in its wilderness. Staying at intimate
lodges, with conservation and the local
community in mind, this is a unique way
to experience this amazing place.

DAY 1
NAIROBI – TSAVO WEST
Today you are bound for a remarkable
corner of Kenya. After the short flight
from Nairobi to Tsavo West National
Park, you will arrive at the secluded
Ol Donyo Lodge, nestled in the verdant
Chyulu Hills of southeastern Kenya.
This boutique lodge features just
eight thatch-roof suites, with each
room offering sweeping views of the
surrounding landscape and mighty

Mount Kilimanjaro. Located within a
community ‘ranch’ owned by 4,000
Maasai, all of Ol Donyo’s lease and
conservancy fees are paid directly to the
communal landowners to support their
efforts to actively protect the land. (L)(D)

DAY 2 – 3
TSAVO WEST
Situated amid a diversity of habitats,
from dry savannah to green river
woodlands and lush mountain
forests, the landscape of Tsavo
West offers a huge range of wildlife
viewing. The higher elevation and
lower temperatures of the hills bring
magnificent flocks of resident and
migratory birds. One of Africa’s largest
herds of free-roaming elephants
regularly visits the lodge’s watering
hole. The dusty plains are prime
territory for spotting giraffes, lions
and even elusive leopards.

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