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Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm, Nairobi | Timbuktu Travel
Nairobi

Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm

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About Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm

Step off the plane and straight into bush living - with a touch of city-style luxury.
Ololo Lodge is an Australian-owned safari lodge that combines the atmosphere of bush-style living with the full service, amenities and comfort of a luxury city hotel. The lodge is situated right on the edge of the African wilderness, overlooking Nairobi National Park. Birds and animals in the park are visible from the terrace and restaurant as they move around the bush. There are a total of 16 luxurious rooms of various types at the lodge. The Kitchen at Ololo, the lodge's restaurant which also overlooks the park, offers delicious meals. Sustainable practices are incorporated into the lodges operations, which always makes our ears perk up.
Nairobi , Kenya
From $380 per person/per night
Safari
16 Rooms
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The property

The heart of Ololo is a traditional colonial farmhouse which has been restored and extended by the owners. Its rooms feature a blend of traditional African and modern styles. There is a large open living room with a fireplace, and an adjoining library. All the rooms in the original building have views over the national park. The restaurant, ‘The Kitchen at Ololo’, is open to the garden and serves farm-fresh dishes. Tables are often set up on the terrace for the best views.

The rooms

The lodge has a total of 16 rooms, consisting of different types of accommodation. The Terrace Room and The Tower Room have private terraces, the three tented cottages offer a bush experience with thatch roofs and canvas and stone walls. The original stone-walled stables of the property have been transformed into the seven individually-designed Stable rooms. The Stable Cottage is a three-bedroom cottage. All rooms have room service, WiFi, spa services and large baths with natural bath products.

Activities

Guests can go on game drives to Nairobi National Park and cultural excursions can also be arranged on request. Visit the Karen Blixen Museum set in the Danish author’s Kenyan home, the Giraffe Centre, and Daphne Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage where you can adopt a baby elephant, and Anselm Kitengela Hot Glass, where craftsmen blow glass in the foundry building. Shopping at local markets can also be arranged or simply sat back and relax in Ololo’s living room.
Why we love it

Why we love it

The lodge was originally built as a family home (albeit a very stylish one!) and you'll love the classic African mix of thatched roofs, stone walls and airy verandas.
Insiders tip

Insiders Tip

All the rooms are different so pay attention to what you're booking. For a real treat, the Terrace and Tower rooms will make you feel like a princess.
Something to think about

Something to think about

This lodge is very close to the international airport and if you're a light sleeper, take note that planes fly in and out until around midnight every night.
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How to book Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm

How do I book Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm?

Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Kenya trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Kenya trips featuring Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm or get advice and suggestions from one of our Kenya specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm?

Stays at Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm start from around $380 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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