Highlights
- Ol Tukai Lodge and the elephant bar
- Game drive options in the Amboseli National Park
- Maasai dancing and cultural excursions
- Bird walk with professional guides
- Gift shop, Wi-Fi and internet connections
- Family-friendly pool with sun bed and umbrellas
- Game drive to observation hill
Information
- Lodge type; Safari Lodge
- Location; Amboseli National Park
- Lodge size; 80 rooms
- Recommended stay; 3-7 nights
A More Budget-Friendly Lodge In The Amboseli, Ol Tukai Offers Incredible Views Of Mt. Kilimanjaro In The Distance
Ol Tukai Lodge is one of the best spots in the world to watch elephants with the backdrop of Africa's highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro. Amboseli National Park is described as a 'home for the Gods'.
Amboseli is a destination of rugged beauty, abundant water, lush plains dotted with forests and to crown it all, views of the 19,000-foot snow-capped Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak.
Ol Tukai is a classy budget-orientated safari lodge situated in the heart of the Amboseli National Park, one of East Africa's most famous wildlife and national parks.
Ol Tukai is under a canopy of acacia trees and overlooks the vast Amboseli Plains and majestic Mount Kilimanjaro.
It offers an array of activities, including exciting game drives, bird walks, Maasai dancing and cultural visits to local villages, as well as a beautiful swimming pool for guests to relax in.
The lodge offers 80 comfortably furnished rooms in the main lodge area with en-suite bathrooms, private terraces and beautiful views.
Rooms and Suites
There are 80 thatched chalet-style twin room or double room configuration options at Ol Tukai Lodge; all rooms have uninterrupted views of either the surrounding wetlands and/or Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Stylish and comfortable rooms offer up large bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms with showers and private terraces.
To accommodate physically challenged guests, two rooms at the lodge have been designed to meet EU standards.
For the traveller with the family in tow or those looking for something a little more private, the exclusive Kibo Villa is also available, a self-contained log cabin at Ol Tukai with three luxurious ensuite rooms, a roof terrace, and Jacuzzi.
Cuisine and Wine
The large thatched central guest area plays host to the indoor dining room and elephant bar; the dining room opens onto an open-air veranda and onto the garden where lunch is usually served.
Outdoors, the pool bar serves snacks and drinks between meal times.
The wine and beer selection at Ol Tukai Lodge is excellent. There is a wide variety of both wines and beers to choose from, so everyone is sure to find something they like. The wine selection includes red, white, and rose wines, while the beer selection includes both local and international brands.
A children's menu and early supper are available.
Facilities
The large thatched central guest area at Ol Tukai plays host to the indoor dining room, guest lounge, tv area, game room, snack bar, reception area, gallery and bar. A large verandah just off the dining area is located meters from elephants and other game that venture close to the boundary and waterhole
A stunning swimming pool with sun loungers, great views and a pool bar is located just off to the side of the central guest area of the lodge.
Wi-Fi is available throughout the central guest area for guests at Ol Tukai.
Board games such as Scrabble, Monopoly, cards and many other games are available from reception in the main lodge area.
Activities
The safari activities at Ol Tukai Lodge are sure to please guests of all ages. Game drives offer the opportunity to see Africa's unique wildlife in its natural habitat, while bird watching walks offer a chance to see some of the more than 350 different species of birds that call the lodge home.
Maasai dancing is a vibrant and energetic display of traditional African dance, and lectures provide exciting and informative insights into the local culture and history.
In Conclusion
Ol Tukai Lodge is a classy budget-orientated safari lodge situated in the heart of the Amboseli National Park, one of East Africa's most famous wildlife and national parks.
The lodge offers 80 comfortably furnished rooms with en-suite bathrooms, private terraces, and beautiful views of either the surrounding wetlands or Mt Kilimanjaro.
The large thatched central guest area plays host to the indoor dining room, elephant bar, reception area, gallery, and board games.
Activities available at Ol Tukai Lodge include exciting game drives, bird walks, Maasai dancing, lectures on local culture and history, and visits to local villages.
If you're looking for an affordable safari lodge with excellent facilities located right in the heart of Amboseli National Park, then look no further than Ol Tukai Lodge!
From US$ 170.00 per person
Ol Tukai Lodge Rates
Per person per night sharing
Rates are in US Dollars
*Rates may vary according to season
Rates form part of a Kenya Safari itinerary
- Accommodation
- Full board
- All flights
- Gratuities
- Safari activities
- Transfers
- Items of a personal nature
- Medical and travel insurance
- Park fees
- top self alcohol and items
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