Number of rooms:

80 luxury twin rooms

Room Décor:

The rooms at Ol Tukai are in chalet style, single storey blocks. Built out of local gum trees, beige and cream slate and other indigenous building materials. Two rooms have been designed according to EEC standards to accommodate disabled people. A double storied three bedroom house with verandahs on both floors, a spacious living room and large jacuzzi all with stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro, is also available for those who want something extra special.

Special Features

Each room has an uninterrupted view of the wetlands and Mt. Kilimanjaro, with the occasional dust trail of safari vehicles viewing game in this most beautiful of Kenya's game parks.

In-Room Amenities:

Private bathroom

Restaurants/Bars

Dining Room

This opens onto a verandah, guests can eat inside or out. Behind the international style carvery hangs a intricately designed tapestry depicting four maasai. Wall lanterns designed from spearheads provide illumination.

Pool Bar

Open between 10.00am and 5.00pm. This bar serves snacks from a small menu from between meal times. Snacks cannot be taken in lieu of table d'hôte luncheon.

Elephant Bar

Situated between the lounge and dining room, this open-air bar serves a wide selection of beers, cocktails, liqueurs and fresh fruit juices. A balcony around the bar at rooftop level gives breathtaking views across the wetlands where you can watch the elephants graze. It is open from 6.00am. until when the last guest retires for the night.

Recreation Facilities:

Swimming Pool

The crystal clear figure of eight swimming pool, shaded by the occasional acacia tree, has ample sunbeds and mattresses available for guest use. Guests are not permitted to swim at night.

Library

The elevated library commands fantastic views over Mt. Kilimanjaro. Guests can relax in this quiet atmosphere and read a number of periodicals provided.

Lounge

Guests can relax in the cool lounge and read or play board games, which are available from reception. Speakers from the nearby Elephant Research station give regular talks.

Excursions & Activities

Game Drives

Vehicles can be booked for game drives through Block Hotels headoffice or directly at the lodge.

Maasai Dancing

On alternate evenings a troupe of Maasai morans entertain guests with traditional songs and dances.

Birdwalks

Ol Tukai is home to many varieties of beautifully coloured birds. Enjoy the short birdwalk that starts at the entrance of the hotel and rambles under the canopy of acacia trees around the lodge. A must for any budding ornithologist.

Facilities

Bureau de Change

The cashier can exchange reasonable amounts of foreign currency.

Children

Children are welcome at Ol Tukai Lodge. Most bedrooms are easily large enough to accommodate an extra bed. A children's menu and early supper is available and security guards patrol while parents enjoy their dinner.

Communication

Ol Tukai has 24 hour telephone and fax services. A radio call service is also available.

Multi Denominational Church

In the grounds of Ol Tukai stands a multi denominational church - all are welcome. Services are held each Sunday. This is a great location for couples who wish to "tie-the-knot" on the slopes of Kilimanjaro or even to renew marriage vows. Arrangements can be made at Block Hotels headoffice prior to arrival at Ol Tukai Lodge.

Conference Facilities

A large fully equipped conference room is available just off the main reception. With its own private washrooms and kitchen, the conference room can accommodate a cocktail for 200, 160 delegates Theatre style and 80 delegates Boardroom style.

Shops

A well stocked shop where you can purchase personal toiletries and souvenirs is open daily.

Credit Cards

All major credit cards are accepted at Ol Tukai Lodge.

Transportation

Daily Air

Scheduled services to Ol Tukai are available from Nairobi's Wilson Airport. Flying time Nairobi - Amboseli is approximately 30 - 40 minutes. In addition to the above, Ol Tukai will arrange airstrip transfers to and from the lodge.