Kenya Safaris and Tours - Preferred Hotels & Lodges

SOPA LODGES

NGORONGORO SOPA LODGE
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge is located on Lemala Hill on the eastern rim of Ngorongoro Crater at 3°10’ S and 35°42’ E in the volcanic highlands of Northern Tanzania. The crater forms part of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, an area of 8300sq kms set aside to preserve and integrate the diverse values and interests of wildlife, people, forestry, archaeology and tourism. Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge is the only tourist development on the previously undisturbed eastern access road to the crater. The descent to the crater floor commences within five minutes of leaving the lodge.

MASAI MARA SOPA LODGE
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge is located on the eastern boundary of the Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya, close to Oloolaimutia Gate. The Masai Mara Game Reserve , one of the best known game areas in East Africa, is 700 sq miles (1120 sq. km ) of prime game viewing territory in the south of Kenya bordering on the Serengeti National Park of Tanzania.

SERENGETI SOPA LODGE
Serengeti Sopa Lodge is located in the Nyarboro Hills in the south west of Serengeti National Park in Northern Tanzania at 34°35’E and 2°40’S. The Nyarboro Hills were previously a protected area and Serengeti Sopa Lodge is the only development in this area. The all year round water and acacia woodland of the lower slopes of the hills create an ideal environment for a wide variety of wildlife seen in the immediate vicinity of the lodge. Being sited on the slopes of the hills Serengeti Sopa Lodge enjoys magnificent views over the plains of Tanzania’s largest game park - 14,763 sq kms.

TARANGIRE SOPA LODGE
Tarangire Sopa Lodge is located on the eastern side of the Tarangire river opposite Tarangire Hill and close to Kuro ranger post in Tarangire National Park in Northern Tanzania.Tarangire National Park is situated 114 kms south of Arusha and is one of Tanzania’s most easily accessible game parks, being approximately one hour’s easy drive from Arusha. The park, though not as well known as the famous parks of Serengeti or Ngorongoro is now becoming recognised as an area of remarkable beauty and rewarding game viewing. Covering 2600 sq kms and surrounded by ‘game controlled areas’ itis on the traditional migration route of several species of wildlife and is home to 3500 resident elephant.

SAROVA HOTELS

THE STANLEY
The Stanley, established in 1902 is a slice of Victorian elegance right in the heart of modern Nairobi’s heat and bustle. It has 217 rooms and is the home to:
-The Thorn Tree Restaurant East Africa’s best meeting place
-The Zen – the art of fine dining.
-The Exchange Bar – former home for the Nairobi Stock Exchange for 37 years
-Pool Deck – al fresco restaurant on the 5th floor offering wholesome buffets
-The most luxurious state suites in Kenya
-An ultra-modern health and fitness club
-State-of-the-art Motivator Conferencing facilities
-Only free valet parking service in Nairobi
- 8 fully equipped function rooms

PANAFRIC HOTEL
Panafric Hotel has 154-rooms and is an “isle of calm” just outside Nairobi. It is renowned for traditional hospitality and ever-popular theme evenings. Features:
-Flame Tree Brasserie and Bar with a panoramic view of the city from its viewing deck. Poolside Restaurant and Bar set amidst the beautifully landscaped gardens
-Modern conference facilities including new syndicate rooms.
-Newly refurbished Superior rooms.
-46 well appointed serviced apartments
-Massage Parlour offering aroma-therapy
-Colourful and well secured kiddies’ playground

WHITESANDS
A 340-room seaside haven sporting the longest sea front on the Kenyan coast. Main features are:
- Lido Grill - a steak and seafood restaurant overlooking the sea.
-Minazi Café – a 24 hour bistro style restaurant sporting an authentic pizzeria
-Pavilions Restaurant – buffet restaurant, offering ‘Round the World in 14 days’ themed dinners. Cocos Beach Bar boosting of a night spot where guests can dance under the stars to the beat of the waves.
-Tamanisha Sports Pub. Just the place to catch up with your favourite sport on the large screen satellite TV.
-5 free form swimming pools including an exhilarating waterslide for the kiddies.
-Conference facilities including the new amphitheatre style Makutano Conference Room.
-Whitesands Beach Challenge, the highly acclaimed experiential training programme.
-Wide selection of water sports, from jet skiing to deep sea diving.
-Modern business centre/cyber café
-Well-appointed gym and colourful kids' playroom

SAROVA LION HILL LODGE
A lodge with a view - 67 chalets that all face Lake Nakuru. Lion Hill is also a birdwatcher’s paradise. Main attractions are:
- The Flamingo Restaurant sports a patio overlooking the Rift Valley
-Rift Valley Bar with a spectacular view of the lake
-Acacia bush lunches
-Lawn dining on our well manicured gardens
-Newly renovated deluxe rooms
-Luxurious suites providing in-suite dining
-Well appointed conference facilities boasting of the largest capacity in the park.
-Curio shop sporting branded Sarova souvenirs
-Game drives
-Massage parlour

SAROVA MARA TENTED LODGE
Sarova Mara Tented Lodge has 75 tents and is located the world-renowned Maasai Mara; home to the greatest game show on earth – the Wildebeest Migration! It also features:
- Isokon Restaurant that sports a canopy for those wishing to enjoy the evening breeze and the song of the wild
-Oloip Bar that features a fireplace, the perfect choice for a cosy evening.
-Ultra modern conferencing under canvas
-Isokon Maasai Cultural Village, a taste of authentic Maasai village life.
-Oloip Bar that features a fireplace, the perfect choice for a cosy evening.
-Dinner in the ‘boma’
-Themed dinners in the bush, serenaded by cicadas.
-Bird watching and nature walks
-Eye opening game drives to view the ‘big five’
-A glimpse of heaven on our romantic hot air balloon safaris at dawn
-Curio shop sporting branded Sarova souvenirs
-Soothing massages indoors or under the open skies.

SAROVA SHABA LODGE
The 85-room fantasy oasis of green luxury in the Shaba Game Reserve is unique both in atmosphere and architecture. It features:
- Surpelei Restaurant that overlooks the superb free-form pool
-Chemi Chemi and Carraluma Pool Bar
-Modern conference facilities
-Highly innovative ‘Sarova Survivor Challenge’ our experiential training programme reminiscent of the world famous ‘-Survivor’ TV series that was shot at Shaba.
-Luxurious presidential suite with a Jacuzzi, for romantic evenings.
-Viewing deck from which to watch and feed the crocodiles
-Themed bush dinners in the heart of the jungle
-Sun downer cocktails on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River
-Game Drives
-Curio shop sporting branded Sarova souvenirs
-Massage Parlour