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About Mt Kenya Safari Club :

High on the slopes of Africa's second highest mountain, The Mount Kenya Safari Club straddles the Equator in a glory of luxurious cottages and elegant buildings set amid manicured lawns and decorative ponds. Ever since the Club was founded in 1959 by the late film star William Holden, eccentric American Ray Ryan, and Swiss financier Carl Hirschmann, it has been a Mecca for the international jet set - its list of members reads like a Who's Who of royalty, aristocracy, and the rich and famous.

Whether visiting Kenya at a leisurely pace or stopping simply for lunch, the Mount Kenya Safari Club maintains an immutably majestic presence and is a touching reminder of the vision of its creators. Mount Kenya Safari Club is a two and a half hour drive from Nairobi. Alternatively, it is a fifty minute flight to Nanyuki airstrip and a fifteen minute transfer drive to the club.

Bedrooms & Cottages: Catering to both small and large groups, Mount Kenya Safari Club has a total of 114 bedrooms. These comprise 2 Villas, 13 Riverside and 12 William Holden Cottages, 8 Garden Suites and Club Rooms and Studio Suites. All bedrooms have private bathrooms with showers, telephones and log fireplaces. The Luxury Villas, William Holden Cottages each have a large sitting room. Most rooms have a private verandah overlooking the majestic Mount Kenya.

Restaurants and Bars: Dinners are an elegant affair at the Safari Club.There is a choice of two restaurants; the Mawingo and the Kirinyaga. There are also two bars; the Mountain View Bar and Lounge, and the Trophy Lounge which has a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and is the ideal setting for cocktail parties.

Conferences: A choice of five conference and meeting rooms is available, which seat from 15 to 120 people. The two larger conference facilities open out onto the Club's lawns. Each room has a full range of audio-visual presentation equipment.

Leisure: A wealth of activities and facilities are available at the Mount Kenya Safari Club including: Swimming pool - Tennis court - Horse riding - Putting green - 9-hole golf course - Bowls - Croquet - Trout fishing - Art gallery - Health and beauty centre - Club shops - Club chapel - Game viewing platform - Bush dinner on the banks of the River Likii - Maze.

Safaris and Sightseeing: Some of Kenya's finest attractions lie at the Mount Kenya Safari Club's doorstep. The 24,000 acre Sweetwaters Game Reserve is teeming with a wide variety of wildlife and there is an enormous range of other sightseeing activities for visitors. These include bird walks, half or full day game viewing safaris and half or full day trips to challenge Mount Kenya's rugged slopes. Our website pages on Recreation offer you more information on the activities at Mount Kenya Safari Club.

Weddings: Mount Kenya Safari Club has hosted over 1,500 weddings on the Equator, at the Club's non-denominational Chapel. The wedding flowers, including bridal bouquet and boutonnières, wedding cake and Champagne can be provided, and the choice of activities available make each wedding spectacular.

Incentives :

A number of incentive activities are available at the Club, and these can be arranged to suit any number of occasions. The Chukka drummers can be brought in to make bush banquets and cocktails on the River Likii most spectacular and unforgettable events. The Club can also provide welcome cocktails on the airstrip, with a mock Chukka attack, sure to give any new arrival the surprise of a life-time! Upon arrival, guests are given a complimentary, non-alcoholic welcome drink. Special punches/cocktails (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) can be arranged.

Entertainment - The Chukka dancers entertain guests each evening at 07.15 p.m., on the lawns in front of the Mountain View Bar and Lounge. They can also be hired to perform at special occasions. The Kirinyaga Band performs in the Club Restaurant in the evenings (with the exception of Mondays). A string quartet can be hired. A pianist enthrals guests in the Mountain View Bar and Lounge in the evenings, and can be asked to play at special events.

Celebrations Anniversaries, birthdays, weddings and other parties can be celebrated in style with a festive ambience created by the melding of an appropriate decor and menu. Cakes can be presented with a grand (Chukka) entrance upon prior arrangement. Fruit, Flowers, and Cakes are available on request.

Theme Events:

Bush Banquet on the River Likii

Riverside Cocktails

Riverside Luncheon

Champagne breakfast on the slopes of Mount Kenya

Cocktails at the Game Viewing Platform

Bush Luncheon in the Sweetwaters Game Reserve

DESCRIPTIONS:

BUSH BANQUET ON THE RIVER LIKII: Maximum: 80 persons Minimum: 5 persons

Just a short distance from the manicured grounds of the Mount Kenya Safari Club, the River Likii's crystal clear waters dance and sparkle over perfectly rounded pebbles and pink, grey and russet stones. Melted snow and ice from the glaciers and peaks of Mt Kenya, the water is breath-takingly chilly, home to both brown and rainbow trout and miniature turtles. Lush foliage, typical of a rain forest, and lichen-clad Cedar and Podo trees border the river providing cover for wildlife and perches for the numerous species of iridescent, dainty, noisy and colourful birds.

Residents of Mt Kenya Safari Club can enjoy a private dinner in this fairy tale setting. Straddling the River Likii is a wide, cedar wood platform. The surrounding trees and bushes are lit with hurricane lanterns and at full moon the set glows with an almost luminescent silver light. Clusters of crystal glasses, gleaming candelabra and silverware and dainty wild flower arrangements grace starched white table linen. Rows of attentive, smiling waiters welcome guests with flutes of the finest champagne or warming tumblers of gluwein. Slightly downstream a blazing fire is lit and a troupe of magnificent Chukka dancers emerges from the bush. The throbbing of drums and unforgettable voices of African tribesmen fill the air, silencing the crickets, Tree Hyrax and Abyssinnian Nightjars. The fire's amber flames are reflected on ebony skins and traditional costumes - flowing colobus monkey skins and rows of eagle feathers appear to have a life of their own, swirling and shimmering as the dancers transcend in their ageless ritual dances. Later, a six-course dinner is served on the platform, whilst the river, reflecting the lanterns and moon, continues its ceaseless journey beneath. A typical menu comprises of:

Cream of Garden Vegetable Soup

Whole Poached Trout with Lemon and Butter Sauce

Fillet Steak or Supreme of Chicken, with Safari Potatoes, Baby Vegetables, Fresh Garden Salads

Pineapple and Strawberry Surprise with Thick Nanyuki Cream

Selection of Kenyan Cheeses

Kenya Tea or Coffee

Throughout the evening braziers and bonfires are stoked and glasses re-charged. Nightjars and hyrax recommence their choruses and the occasional hyena whoops nearby. Guests are welcome to stay as long as they wish. Four-wheel drive vehicles are standing by, ready to return diners to their rooms, at their leisure. Dinner on the River Likii - a truly unforgettable experience.

COCKTAILS ON THE RIVER LIKII: Maximum : 100 persons Minimum: 5 persons

Just a short distance from the manicured lawns of the Mount Kenya Safari Club, the River Likii's crystal clear waters dance and sparkle over perfectly rounded pebbles and pink, grey and russet stones. Melted snow and ice from the glaciers and peaks of Mount Kenya, the water is breath-takingly chilly, but, nonetheless, home to both brown and rainbow trout and miniature turtles. Lush foliage, typical of a rain forest, and lichen-clad Cedar and Podo trees border the river providing cover for thirsty antelope and buffalo and perches for the numerous species of iridescent, dainty sunbirds, noisy bulbuls and handsome, colourful turacos.

Residents of Mount Kenya Safari Club can enjoy a private cocktail party in this fairy tale setting. Straddling the River Likii is a wide, cedar wood platform. The surrounding trees and bushes are lit with literally hundreds of hurricane lanterns and at full moon the set glows with an almost luminescent silver light. Charcoal braziers ward off the night chill and a full bar at the far end of the platform is tended by smiling, stewards. The rattle of cocktail shakers competes with the high-pitched chorus of crickets and eerie screeches of Tree Hyrax. Ever attentive waiters serve a selection of hot and cold canapés to guests.

Whilst slightly downstream a blazing fire is lit and a troupe of magnificent Chukka dancers emerges from the bush. The throbbing of drums and unforgettable voices of African tribesmen fill the air, silencing the crickets, Tree Hyrax and Abyssinian Nightjars. The fire's amber flames are reflected on ebony skins and traditional costumes - flowing colobus monkey skins and rows of eagle feathers appear to have a life of their own, swirling and shimmering as the dancers are transcended in their ageless ritual dances. Later, guests are returned to the Club, in four-wheel drive vehicles, for dinner in either The Club Restaurant or the Members' Dining Room.

BUSH LUNCHEON ON THE RIVER LIKII: Luncheon on the River Likii is an equally unforgettable experience. The setting is the same, without, of course, the moon, hurricane lanterns, and bonfire! A similar six-course menu is served.

Information :

GENERAL FACILITIES

Bureau de Change Our Bureau de Change can exchange reasonable amounts of foreign currency. Business Centre E-mail, internet browsing facilities, photopying and general secretarial facilities are available from 08.30 a.m. to 0500 p.m. in the Business Centre.

Check In and Check Out Times We cannot guarantee rooms will be ready for occupancy until 12.30 p.m. Guests are requested to check out by 10.00 a.m.

Children Mount Kenya Safari Club qualifies as a "family friendly" hotel. Children are most welcome. However, to retain the stylish atmosphere of our Club evenings, children under 7 years are not permitted to dine in the Club and Members Dining Rooms, nor are they not permitted in the public areas after 06.30 p.m. Children's supper is served in the Garden Lounge between 06.30 to 0730 p.m.. There is a special children's menu with several choices available.

Babysitters are available and should be requested through Reception. 10 baby cots are available. In the Video Room, children's tapes are screened regularly. Several board-games are available from the reception, and depending on the amount of children resident at the club, group activities such as treasure hunts can be organised.

Credit Cards The Club accepts payment by the following credit cards: American Express, Visa, and ACCESS/Master Card.

Communication There is a telephone in every room. Local and international calls have to be connected through our Club operator. Telex and telefax facilities are available for guests' use. AT&T and MCI calls can be made through the operator.

Disabled Persons The Club has a wheelchair. We recommend the cottages closest to the public areas for disabled persons. Doors to the bedrooms and bathrooms are wide enough to allow a wheelchair to pass through.

Driver/Nanny Accommodation There is no accommodation for drivers at the Club. However, there is plenty of reasonable accommodation available in Nanyuki town. Ayah (nanny) accommodation is available at the Club, on request.

Electricity 220-240 v mains electricity supplies the Club 24 hrs a day. In the event of a power cut, a Club generator stands in. There are 115/240 v shaving sockets in every bathroom, and 3-point square pin sockets in all bedrooms.

Hair-dryers and Adapters All the Club rooms and some of the Riverside suites have hair-dryers. Hair-dryers and adapters are available from the reception for use in other rooms.

Health and Beauty Care "Beauty in the Bush" is open every day from 10.00 a.m. to 07.00 p.m., both men and ladies will be pampered here. Beauty therapists do manicures, pedicures, massages and facials. The sauna can accommodate 7 people at one time. The Hairdressing Salon is open from 09.00 a.m. to 07.00 p.m. every day of the week - ladies and gentlemen can enjoy all hair-dressing facilities.

Lunch Boxes These are available on request. Orders must be placed the previous night.

Laundry/Dry Cleaning The Club offers a same day laundry service. Providing garments are handed in before 10.00 p.m. they will be returned by 06.00 p.m.. As dry cleaning is done in Nairobi, this service takes three days.

Medical Facilities The Club Clinic is open from 08.00 a.m. to 05.00 p.m., manned by a trained nurse. A doctor is on call from Nanyuki town 24 hours a day. All Lonrho hotels are corporate members of the Flying Doctors Society of Africa. In the event of a medical emergency, patients can be evacuated by air to a Nairobi hospital.

Petrol Open from 07.00 a.m. to 05.00 p.m., the Club has its own service station. Super and regular petrol and diesel are available to all guests. We also have a resident vehicle mechanic.

Safety Deposit Boxes The Cashier offers the use of a safety deposit box, free of charge.

Shoe Cleaning Guest shoes are cleaned free of charge. Guests should hand their shoes to their room steward or to the housekeeper.

Shops "The Club Shop" sells several items bearing the Mount Kenya Safari Club logo - T-shirts, sweaters, hats, mugs, plates and many more. It is open daily from: 07.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 01.30 to 09.00 p.m.

"Safari Boutique" this boutique stocks quality garments for both men and women, accessories, and an assortment of gifts. It is open daily from: 08.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 01.30 to 06.00 p.m.

"Mount Kenya Sundries" gift shop sells toiletries, local and international newspapers, films, novels and guide books, maps, gem stones, Africana jewellery, African wraps, T-shirts, bottled water, stamps, cigarettes, ties and many other gift items. It is open daily from: 08.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m.

"Art Gallery" exhibits a wide range of oils and water-colours by Kenyan artists, as well as antiques and Africana art from all over Africa. It is open daily from: 08.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.and 01.30 p.m. to 06.00 p.m.

"Gallery Shop" stocks quality garments for both men and women, accessories, and an assortment of gifts. It is also open daily from: 08.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.and 01.30 p.m. to 06.00 p.m.

Recreation :

Swimming: We have a large heated swimming pool, manned by a pool attendant from 07.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m. There are separate changing rooms with showers for both men and ladies. All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The surrounds of the pool are an ideal venue for cocktail parties for 15 to 500 persons.

Golf : Our nine-hole golf course is a little gem. With fairways, greens and tees strategically situated between miniature dams and mountain streams, and flanking Mt. Kenya's dense rainforest, a modicum of skill is required to finish with the same number of balls as you started with! It's a challenge and it's tremendous fun. The Golf Club houses the Irish Pub and gentlemen's and ladies' changing rooms. Residents of the Club do not pay green fees and golf clubs are available for hire. Balls can be purchased. And, for a minimal fee, there are plenty of willing caddies.

Horse Riding: With a choice of 7 thoroughbreds, guests can ride at any time, using Western or English saddle, always in the company of one or more of our grooms. We have a good range of hard hats which we insist that riders wear. Children under 12 years are not permitted to ride. A charge is made to guests for riding.

Tennis: The Club has one paved tennis court. No charge is made to Club guests. Tennis racquets are available for hire. Balls can be purchased.

Trout Fishing: Lake Karen is situated by the 4th golf green and is stocked with over 2,000 trout. Fishing equipment is available for hire. Children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult. Guests are billed per 2 hour period. Open from 07.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m.

Croquet : The croquet field is of an international size, and has 6 hoops. Mallets and balls are available at reception, free of charge.

Bowling Green: There is no charge for Club guests to use the bowling green. Balls are available, free of charge, at reception.

Putting Green : There is no charge for Club guests to use the putting green. Putters are available for hire at reception. Balls can be purchased.

Rose Gardens: Pay a visit to the Club's beautiful rose gardens. The gardens are also the perfect location for cocktail parties and weddings.

Table Tennis: Two tables are situated beneath the swimming pool.Bats can be hired from Reception. Balls can be purchased.

Video Room : Children's tapes are screened regularly in our Video Room.

Animal Orphanage: The animal orphanage managed by the neighbouring ranch and the William Holden Foundation can be visited from a special entrance in the Club grounds. Open from 08.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and 01.30 p.m. to 05.30 p.m. Children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available at the Cashiers.

Game Viewing Platform: The Club now has a floodlit waterhole adjacent to the River Likii. Guests can view wildlife from the comfort of a platform that blends in with the environment. Capacity: 40 - 50 people.

Accommodation :

Mount Kenya Safari Club has a variety of rooms located in the 100-acres of beautifully manicured lawns, which vary according to their location. One can visit the types of bedrooms on a sweeping circle of the magnificent grounds: the Club rooms in the main building, to the Garden Cottages by the tennis courts, around the William Holden Cottages, by the Riverside Cottages along the River Likii, returning back up the hill via the Luxury villas to the main building. The Club has a total of 114 ensuite rooms, each room, with its own Club-like charm, has a log fireplace which is lit every evening.

Luxury Villas: * "Batian" with 2 twin-bedded rooms and 1 double bedded room. * "Lenana" with 1 twin-bedded Room and 1 double-bedded room. * "River House" with 1 suite with twin beds and sitting room, 1 double-bedded room, 1 twin-bedded room. Each of the villas has large sitting rooms with fireplace, private verandah overlooking Mount Kenya, dining area and kitchen. The mini-bars can be stocked on request.

William Holden Cottages: There are 12, each with 1 twin-bedded and 1 double-bedded room, a large sitting room in the centre, Roman-style bathrooms and fireplace. The mini-bar can be stocked on request.

	Garden Suites: We have 8 garden suites, with 1 twin-bedded room, large sitting room and fireplace.
	Club Building: The Club Building comprises: 6 suites with large sitting room, fireplace, a bar, 1 double-bedded room and private verandah looking out to Mount Kenya - the mini-bars are stocked on request - and 22 Club Rooms, 21 of which are twin-bedded and 1 double-bedded, each with a fireplace.

Riverside Cottages: We have 13 riverside cottages, each unit comprising of 1 suite and 2 studio suites - this means there are 39 rooms here in total. The Suites have a twin-bedded room, with fireplace, one sitting room, a fully stocked mini-bar, private verandah overlooking the river and Mount Kenya, and a large bathroom with sunken bath. The Studio Suites each have double bed and fireplace, private verandah overlooking the river and Mount Kenya, sitting area, a large bathroom with sunken bath, and a fully-stocked mini-bar.

AMENITIES: Each room is furnished with rugs, bedside lamps, dressing tables and built-in wardrobes, and a fireplace. In every bathroom there is a 115 / 240v shaving socket. The bathrooms are provided with Mount Kenya Safari Club shampoo, body lotion, bath and shower gel and bathrobes. Each bathroom has overhead showers and bath-tubs, flush toilets, washbasin, freshly laundered towels, hot and cold running water, boiled water and glasses.

Restaurants :

FOOD & BEVERAGE FACILITIES

Dinners are an elegant affair at the Club. Dress is strictly smart casual, and ladies are asked not to wear mini-skirts, and gentlemen are asked not to wear jeans, T-Shirts or sports gear. Long trousers are mandatory. Please note that children under 7 years of age are served a special early supper, and are not allowed in the public areas after 06.30 p.m. We also offer bush meals, and we have a platform built over the River Likii which is a most romantic and idyllic setting for bush dinners. We can also provide bush breakfasts and picnics. Our website page on Banquets has more information on these, as well as giving menu samples from which you can choose.

Club Restaurant : Overlooking a courtyard, the Club Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast, buffet lunch and 9-course dinner to guests. Each day of the week, except Monday, our Kirinyaga Resident Band entertains guests throughout dinner and afterwards provides dance music. The menu is a cosmopolitan combination of European, African and Asian dishes, made from the abundance of fresh Kenyan produce. A full vegetarian menu is available for all the meals. Seating Capacity is 180 people. Opening hours are: Breakfast 07.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m.; Lunch 12.30 to 02.30 p.m.; Dinner 07.30 to 09.30 p.m.

Members Dining Room : Elegantly placed black and white photographs of celebrities who have been guests of the Club cover the walls. Open for dinner only, Club Members can enjoy a superb dinner in delightful surroundings. Non-members can now enjoy dinner in the Members Dining Room at a supplementary charge. Dress is smart casual. The menu is a Gourmet 9-course a la Carte, with a choice of 6 starters, 6 main courses and 6 desserts. Seating Capacity is 70 people. Opening hours are 07.30 to 09.30 p.m.

Mountain View Bar and Lounge: This pleasant bar/lounge with huge windows overlooking the gardens, and the mountain beyond, is open throughout the day and well into the night. A pianist plays for the sundowner hours. Served here are beverages and menu liqueurs, beers, soft drinks, cocktails, wines, spirits, tea and coffee, and bar bitings. The bar has a seating capacity of 50 to 60 seated and standing, and is open from 09.00 a.m. to 09.00 p.m., possibly longer at guests' requests.

Trophy Lounge: This large club-like lounge, with a huge central fireplace, weathered Chesterfield sofas, an assortment of Africana, antique Arab chests and a splendid array of game trophies, has a friendly, relaxed atmosphere ideal for cocktail parties. The adjoining terrace has a fixed telescope placed on a stand to enable guests a closer view of the mountain and its beautiful scenery. The lounge offers cocktails from the Mountain View Bar, afternoon tea and cakes (served from 04.00 to 06.00 p.m.) and beverages and menu liqueurs, soft drinks, cocktails, wines, spirits, tea and coffee, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, and light snacks. The capacity is 150 persons for a cocktail party / 60 seated, and the lounge is open from 09.00 a.m. to 09.00 p.m

Garden Lounge : Decorated in a floral theme, with comfortable chairs, the Garden Lounge is the children’s dining room, with a video screening section. Here, beverages and menu soft drinks and a children’s menu are offered, and there is a capacity of 80 children. Opening hours are from 06.30 to 07.30 p.m.

The Irish Pub: The Irish Pub at the Golf Clubhouse is located off the golf course's first tee. The decor is pub-like, with trophies and memberships displayed. There is a pool table, satellite TV and bar games available. Beverages Liqueurs, soft drinks, cocktails, wines, spirits, tea and coffee are all offered here, and the capacity is 40 to 50 people standing and seated. Opening hours: on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, the bar functions between 10.00 a.m. and 06.00 p.m.

Swimming Pool Bar: Set just off the swimming pool, the bar consists of a raised platform "verandah" with bar-stools around the semi-circled high table. On the days the Bar is closed, waiters serve drinks from the Mountain View Bar and Lounge to guests around the pool area. Here, beverages, liqueurs, soft drinks, cocktails, tea and coffee are served. The capacity is unlimited. This bar is open only on weekends and public holidays, and operates from 08.00 a.m. to 06.00 p.m.

Room Service : A room service menu is available, together with a choice of liqueurs, soft drinks, cocktails, wines, spirits, tea and coffee. Open 24 hours.

Banqueting & Conferencing :

BANQUETS

The following selection of banquet menus have been specially composed by our Executive Chef for your private luncheon or dinner party in one of our function rooms. Certain dishes are subject to seasonal availability, however a suitable alternative will always be recommended. If you require a different menu we will be happy to tailor one to your needs. The following selection of menus are ideal for breakfasts, luncheons, receptions, gala and other sit-down dinners. These can be catered in the Club grounds, at the River Likii platform or on the Club's private airstrip. All prices indicated are in Kenya Shillings, and are inclusive of service charge and all Government taxes and levies.

Breakfast Menu:

Selection of cereals: Cornflakes, Weetabix, Health cereals, Rice Crispies

Fresh Fruit Platters

From the bakery: Fresh breads, Danish pastries, Croissants

Hot dishes: Sauté potatoes, Steamed mushrooms, Grilled tomatoes, Scrambled eggs, Baked beans, Eggs cooked to your liking by the chef.

To drink: Tea, Coffee, Decaffee, Hot chocolate

Fruit Juices: Orange, Passion, Tomato, Grape fruit, Mango

Buffet Lunch Menu:

Cream of Vegetable Soup

Selection of garden fresh salads with variety of dressings

Cold Appetizer

One Meat Dish

One Fish Dish

Four Vegetarian Dishes with various condiments

2 Carving Joints, with sauces

Assorted Dessert Platter

Bush Dinner Menu

Tartar of Smoked Salmon with Horseradish Cream

French Onion Soup with a Cheese Crouton

Pan-fried Fillet of Tilapia on a bed of Spinach

Supreme of Chicken stuffed with Mushrooms and Cream Cheese

Brandy Snap Basket filled with Chocolate Mousse

Tea or Coffee served in the Bar

CONFERENCING

A choice of several conference rooms are available for the exacting organizer. If conference participants are residents of the Club no charge is made for the hire of conference rooms, each of which is equipped with a telephone. Syndicate rooms are available for the smaller meetings. The dimensions and capacities for each room are indicated at the end of this section.

Incentive activities are the perfect way to complement your conference or meeting. Our Incentive Activities tell you what we can do to make your stay with us even more memorable.

WILLIAM HOLDEN ROOM: Situated at one end of the Club building, this purpose-built conference room has large sliding glass doors opening onto the Club's lawns. A huge fireplace stands at one end, the room has its own separate toilet facilities, and is ideal venue for private functions, cocktail parties and theme evenings. The dimensions and capacities of the room are indicated below.

MAWINGO: The Member’s Dining room has become the perfect conference room: adjustable lighting, sumptuous decor of wood panelling and chandeliers, centrally located in the main building, this is the ideal venue for both business- and pleasure-oriented functions. The dimensions and capacities of the room are indicated below.

CHAIRMAN'S BOARD ROOM: This conference room is next to the William Holden Conference Room, and is ideal for small gatherings around the large mahogany boardroom table. The dimensions and capacities of the room are indicated below.

GARDEN ROOM: This spacious, natural-light filled room opens onto the club gardens. The larger section of this L-shaped room is best used for conference set-up, and the smaller section is set for coffee breaks. The dimensions and capacities of the room are indicated below.

CONFERENCE EQUIPMENT: Video cassette player, television, overhead projector, slide projector, flip chart, projection screen and public address system are all available for use. Rooms are set with water-jugs, glasses, flowers, and notepads and pens/pencils are placed for every delegate. A nominal charge is made for the use of audio-visual equipment.

DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES: The dimensions are indicated in metres, and the capacities indicate the number of people each room can accommodate:

Dimensions & Capacities	Room Name	William Holden Conference Room	Club Boardroom	Golf Club House	Mawingo	Garden Lounge
Dimensions	Length (m)	18.00	5.20	12.60	14.25	15.45
	Width (m)	9.00	9.00	4.96-5.85	7.91	61.44
	Area (sq. m)	160.00	42.00	62.00	152.00	146.00
	Ceiling Height (m)	3.50	3.50	3.00	3.00	3.00
Capacities	Theatre	120	20	30	60	40
	Classroom	60	10	15	60	20
	U-Shape	60	14	20	60	20
	Boardroom	60	12	20	60	20
	Reception	150	-	45	150	80

Safaris & Excursions :

National Park Entry : All residents of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda are obliged to have a valid Kenya Wildlife Service "Smart Card" to enter into National Parks. These are obtainable from KWS and are free of charge. Entry will not be allowed into the Park without the Smart Card for residents.

Bird Walks: The Club's extensive grounds are alive with an enormous variety of bird life. Guests can enjoy 2-hour guided bird walks with the resident ornithologist. Departures at 08.00 a.m., 10.00 a.m., 02.00 p.m. and 04.00 p.m.

Fishing Safaris (half day) : Mount Kenya is the source of many freshwater rivers that cascade from its rugged slopes. Along these courses, trout fishing is available to fishermen. In rivers Naromoru, Sirimon, Likii, Nanyuki and Thego, Royal Coachman flies are cast to lure the agile and swift Brown or Rainbow trout. Safari-man Peter De Mello will only be too pleased to teach you your first casting lesson. Rods/flies are provided and licenses arranged.

Sweetwaters Game Reserve : A morning or afternoon game drive can be arranged (half day) to this sanctuary. Sweetwaters is the name adopted by the local people of this area for the fresh sweet water tapped from the ground. Located in typical savannah grasslands interrupted by the `Whistling Thorn' shrubs, Acacia trees and lush green vegetation along the Uaso Nyiro River, this 24,000 acre rhino sanctuary is 15 km on an unpaved road from Nanyuki (good weather only). Here giraffe, zebra, eland, oryx, waterbuck, Grants gazelle, Thompsons gazelle, elephant, buffalo, silver-backed jackal, ostrich, hartebeest, baboon, hippo and rhino roam free. There are also several bird species to observe.

Aberdare National Park : So as to conserve and protect the environment, few (full day) people are allowed to visit this park, home to elephant, rhino, buffalo, bush buck, giant forest hog, Sykes monkey and leopard. It is also an ornithologist's paradise. Departing at 09.00 a.m., you drive through scenic rural towns, before entering the park. A picnic lunch is served on a site overlooking the forest and the surrounding mountains. You finish off with an additional game drive through a private ranch which houses plains game. Warm clothing is required as the return trip gets quite chilly. A special license is arranged for you.

Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Game Reserves : Driving through wheat/sheep farming areas, you (full day) descend to 3,000 feet to arrive at Isiolo town, the gateway to Kenya's northern frontiers, and also the home of the Turkana, Somali, Boran and Samburu tribes of Kenya. Samburu National Park is a beautiful arid savannah country, home to rare species of wildlife not to be seen anywhere else in Kenya (reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Somali ostrich and beisa oryx), besides lion, elephant, leopard, cheetah, buffalo, impala, dik-dik, etc. A picnic lunch is served on the banks of River Uaso Nyiro, where crocodiles and hippos laze. After watching traditional dances performed by tall, slender Samburu men and women, you depart for the Club, arriving at sundown.

World Class Fishing Lake Alice : Lake Alice is located at 15,000 ft on Mt. Kenya. A (1 day and night) private charter flies guests to the lodge here, and fishing enthusiasts can enjoy a full day of fishing in this stupendous backdrop. Equipment is provided, as are licenses. Maximum number of guests is 6.

Mount Kenya National Park : Travelling along the Sirimon track in your vehicle, (half or full day) you gradually climb to the National Park gate at a height of 9,200 ft. As you ascend, the vegetation changes to tall cedars, Podo trees, thick Bamboo forest and varieties of Alpine trees. Wild mountain flowers bloom in a riot of colour. A profuse bird-life resides here. Despite the dense vegetation, there are glimpses of elephant, buffalo, zebra, colobus monkey and waterbuck. At 12,200 ft in the upper tundra region, you see the majestic peaks of Mt Kenya, Batian and Nelion. On a half day trip, you depart after breakfast and return in time for a hearty lunch. On a full day trip, you have a picnic lunch, and there is time to go on a 1-2 hour walk up the mountain.