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The perfect bush and beach combination
Serena Hotels’ exclusive new Kenyan safari camp has been off ering a warm 'jambo' to its fi rst guests. The luxury bush retreat is perfect for twinning with some Mombasa sunshine!
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ocated in Kenya’s magnificent 48,000-acre Soysambu
Conservancy in the famous Great Rift Valley, just a two-hour drive from Nairobi, Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp sits on the shoreline of a dramatic lake where thousands of birds that include the rare great white pelican, flamingo and a multitude of other waterfowl congregate. The camp comprises 24 spacious
luxury tents and the Flamingo suite, all exquisitely furnished and designed for maximum privacy, each with its own verandah overlooking the lake. The Camp also features a swimming pool, massage and beauty services and a stunning dining area where guests can enjoy superb cuisine and Serena’s famed warm hospitality and service. A wide range of activities is offered including walking safaris, day and night game drives and bird-watching from lakeside hides. Hot-air balloon rides take guests high over the Great Rift Valley. This small, exclusive and upmarket
luxury camp is located just 135km from Nairobi, 28 km from Nakuru town and only one kilometre from a private airstrip. Any visit would not be complete without a stopover at nearby Lake Nakuru, the Kariandusi pre-historic site and the Kikopey hot springs. A popular bush ‘n' beach
combination is the twinning of Elmenteita’s safari magic with a few idyllic days of sunshine at the Serena
Main picture: Dining alfresco at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp; Below from left: Luxury tented accommodation at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp, both inside and out; strolling along Shanzu Beach in front of the Serena Beach Hotel; Right: Enjoying a treatment at Serena Beach Hotel's Maisha Spa
Beach Hotel & Spa. It’s just a quick flight on Kenya Airways from Nairobi to Mombasa to reach this popular hotel, which resembles a 13th century Swahili town complete with winding lanes, carved balconies, fountained courtyards and bustling market squares. The resort is located on the sandy
shores of Shanzu Beach by Mombasa National Marine Park and the hotel
Where To Book It
Kuoni includes Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp in its new four-night itinerary, Kenyan Vista, which features two nights at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp and two nights at Mara Serena Safari Lodge
www.kuoni.co.uk.
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp is also bookable with Rainbow Tours,
www.rainbowtours.co.uk, African Pride,
www.african-pride.co.uk, or through your preferred tour operator.
offers an extensive range of water sports and leisure facilities along with a choice of day trips. The Maisha Spa features a wide range of treatments to sooth mind, body and soul. For more details check out www.
serenahotels.com or call Ethos Marketing on 01403 243 619 for information, rates or staff training.
52 September 2011 •
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