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LAKE NAIVASHA

Lake Naivasha is surrounded by stands of papyrus and is a bird watchers paradise. Waterbirds exists in great variety and abundance. Fish eagles and Ospreys herons and egrets, lily-trotters, red knobbed coots and black crakes can be found within the area. In addition to the bird population, over 500 hippos reside in the lake. While in Naivasha you could easily visit the Hells Gate National Park for walking safaris and see the Geo Thermal power station (Ol Karia)that supply power to the locals.

Lake Naivasha Country Club

DESCRIPTION: Naivasha Country Club became famous in the 1930’s as a staging post for Imperial Airways’ flying boat service from Durban to London. The 55-acre property boasts green lawns shaded by mature acacias and spreading fever trees, that stretch down to the lake’s shore. The hotel offers a wonderful mix of tranquility in serene surroundings and a varied number of sporting activities for both the energetic and the more laid back. Lake Naivasha is the focus of activity but the abundant birdlife and several activities in the area mean there is never a shortage of things to do.

Just over an hour's drive from Nairobi, one of the
Great Rift Valley's jewels, reflecting the tranquil beauty of an
African sky and the surrounding mountains, is temporarily
Distorted as flocks of graceful flamingoes and pink-backed
Pelicans settle of the water. This fresh water lake, some 13 kms
Across is a haven for bird watchers, nature lovers, artists and
for those seeking a peaceful scenic retreat

The rates bellow are for Full board accommodation based on Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast

We can also organize Air port transfer to Lake Naivasha on request;

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES:
? Sundowners Bush Breakfasts/Lunches.
? Drives in bordering Hell's Gate National Park.
? Visits to the world renowned Elsamere Conservation Centre.
? Boating trips on Lake Naivasha.
? Horticultural visits
? Swimming pool.

Naivasha Hostel YMCA

ymca is one of the most calm areas near lake Naivasha. anyone who want a calm environment during their vacation would wanna go. it might not be as fancy as the other places but it has everything you need for an outdoor or indoor vacation with all the outdoor gear available and at hand for rent at a reasonable price.

The bellow rates are based on Bed and break fast

We also organise transfers and safaris to Lake Naivasha on request

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES:
? Drives in bordering Hell's Gate National Park.
? Visits to the world renowned Elsamere Conservation Centre.
? Boating trips on Lake Naivasha.
? Horticultural visits
? confrence Rooms

GENERAL FACILITIES:
• Escorted game walks
• Boating on the lake
• Horse riding
• Night drives
• Bird walks
• Stargazing
• Crater rim sundowners
• Candlelit "lake dinners"
• Historical tours

Crayfish Camp Naivasha

Crayfish Camp is located along Moi South Lake Road, 18km from Naivasha town set in natural Acacia woodland within one of the largest flower farms.It is popular with both domestic and overseas tourists and offers a wide range of activities such as mountain biking, boating, horse riding, nature walks, indoor games and picnicking. Accommodation comprises of senior rooms, basic rooms, modern tents of different sizes, vehicle and boat sleeping rooms as well as camping facilities using your own tents.

The bellow rates are based on Bed and break fast

GENERAL FACILITIES:
• Escorted game walks
• Boating on the lake
• Horse riding
• Night drives
• Bird walks
• Stargazing
• Crater rim sundowners
• Candlelit "lake dinners"
• Historical tours

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
• Game drives in Hell's Gate National Park
• Climbing and hiking on Mount Longonot
• Dinghy sailing on Lake Naivasha
• Black Bass fishing on Lake Naivasha
• Tea at the Edwardian manor of Lentolia
• Fly camping on the crater floor
• Visiting Lake Nakuru National Park and "the world's greatest bird spectacle"

Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge

Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge is situated off the Moi South road and on the southern shores of Lake Naivasha, about 85 Kilometers from Nairobi and 13kms from Naivasha town. It is slightly over an hour's drive from Nairobi the capital city. The lodge is situated around Lake Naivasha with the natural Yellow/green acacia trees surrounding the lake side are on the shores of this fresh water lake. With the most ultra-modern facilities and unique architectural design of the lodge, the environment provides enriching relaxation with magnificent views of the volcanic Mount Longonot.

GENERAL FACILITIES:
• Escorted game walks
• Boating on the lake
• Horse riding
• Night drives
• Bird walks
• Stargazing
• Crater rim sundowners
• Candlelit "lake dinners"
• Historical tours

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
• Game drives in Hell's Gate National Park
• Climbing and hiking on Mount Longonot
• Dinghy sailing on Lake Naivasha
• Black Bass fishing on Lake Naivasha
• Tea at the Edwardian manor of Lentolia
• Fly camping on the crater floor
• Visiting Lake Nakuru National Park and "the world's greatest bird spectacle"

CRATER LAKE

This is one of the best tented camp in Kenya. Built on the shores of an old volcanic crater. It has an expansive game sanctuary which offers great game drives.

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism Classification): 4****

LOCATION: Crater Lake is a secluded green soda lake at the bottom of an extinct volcano, tucked away in central Kenya. It is, in the author's opinion, the most beautiful natural phenomenon in Kenya. Approximately 40 km out of Naivasha town past the lake, some 15 km past Elsamere Centre you can find this rarely visited natural green soda lake.

DESCRIPTION:
Crater Lake has just 11 tents so your peace and privacy are guaranteed. The tents sit in secluded clearings in the lakeside forest with sweeping views over the flamingo-lined waters. Each is furnished with a giant four-poster bed, fine reproduction furniture, and an en suite bathroom with hot shower. The camp’s new ‘honeymoon tent’ boasts some of Africa’s most scenic bathing – in a sunken bath looking over the lake through a giant stained-glass window.

NUMBER OF ROOMS : 23 beds in double bedded and twin bedded tents, including a honeymoon suite with a double jacuzzi bath.

? Room Amenities
Each tent is furnished with a giant four-poster bed, the finest furniture and an ensuite bathroom with piping hot shower. The new 'honeymoon tent' offers a sumptuous bedroom and a deep sunken bath looking over the lake through a giant stained-glass window.

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Available

ELSAMERE

OFFICIAL CATEGORY: (Ministry of Tourism Classification): (exclusive)

LOCATION: The turn off for Elsamere is the Moi South Lake Road, 22km from its junction with the old Nairobi/Nakuru road at Naivasha town. Naivasha is approximately 100 Kms from Nairobi

DESCRIPTION: Elsamere is a haven for lovers of nature, set in Acacia forest on the banks of Lake Naivasha, in Kenya's Rift Valley and within the Elsa Conservation Trust established in 1963 by Joy and George Adamson, their work in conservation is part funded by the Elsa Conservation Trust through education and training. The conservation centre provides information on the lake ecology and regularly hosts research programs to monitor the lake and the local wildlife. Elsamere has also become quite famous for its resident troop of black and white Colobus monkeys which visit the centre regularly. Guests may easily view the troop from the lakeside lawn. Other frequent visitors to the centre are a pod of hippopotami which often graze on the lawn at night.

NUMBER OF ROOMS: The centre provides accommodation for 16 people in cottages set in the gardens around the main house.

Room amenities: Each cottage has a veranda and faces towards the lake. The rooms are bright and attractive and all have ensuite bathrooms. Guests may also choose to stay in the main house in the Joy Adamson bedroom, which has easy wheelchair access.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE FACILITIES: Elsamere prides itself on its warm hospitality and home like atmosphere. The day starts with a hot breakfast; lunch is buffet style with plenty of outdoor tables and chairs for alfresco dining. Dinner is hosted each night and it is the perfect opportunity to get to know other guests, many of whom may be visiting researchers and conservationists
Elsamere does not have a bar facility. Guests are invited to bring their own alcohol.

Special feature: Early mornings at Elsamere are a special time, the African Fish Eagles herald the dawn with their memorable ringing cry and the chorus of bird song continues through-out the day. Elsamere is a bird watcher's paradise, over 200 species of birds have been recorded and rare species such as the Verraux's Eagle Owl are regularly sighted

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Not available

GENERAL FACILITIES:
The museum contains a small collection of Joy's paintings and artifacts. Memorabilia from the film Born Free and a range of photos documenting Joy and George's work with wildlife are also on display.
The Elsa Trust shop stocks a variety of T-shirts, jewellery, books, earrings and prints of Joy's works are also for sale
There is also a video library of conservation and wildlife documentaries.

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: Elsamere is conveniently located near many local attractions.
Hells Gate National Park is one of the only parks in Kenya that permits walking. The park has a wide variety of game including a large number of raptors and the scenery is quite spectacular.
A trek up Mt. Longonot, a 2,800 meter extinct volcano, is another interesting day's outing.

Visiting Crater Lake with its emerald green colored water is yet another option and there are also many unique handicraft shops in the area.

Guests may hire boats or arrange a guided tour to view birds and other wildlife on the nearby Crescent Island.

CLIMATE: Tropical climate with wet weather from May to July (Long Rains) and October to November (Short Rains). Temperatures ranging from 17? to 29?C. Warm during the day and cool at night.