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Ol Donyo Lodge

Chyulu Hills National Park, Kenya - Part of the Great Plains Conservation collection

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Ol Donyo Lodge

Part of the Great Plains Conservation collection

PROPERTY FACILITIES

Pool

Spa

Library

Eco-Friendly

COMFORT LEVEL/PRICE RANGE

Luxury

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Is the Ol Donyo Lodge for Me?

ol Donyo Lodge is located on the Maasai-owned Mbirikani Group Ranch, comprising of 111,000 hectares of wilderness between Amboseli and Tsavo National Parks and bordering Chyulu Hills National Park. This stunningly beautiful area is incredibly diverse, and often has spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Eight pool suites plus one two-bedroom family suite offer a harmonious blend of contemporary and rustic accommodation, merging the landscape into each suite. Designed for broad appeal, the lodge is a perfect getaway for families, honeymooners, or multi-generational groups.

What makes it standout is its notable variety of activities – from good-quality wildlife viewing, hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking – ol Donyo Lodge is a place to feel Africa, and get out from behind the wheel.

Add to this the lodge’s creature comforts of fine dining, massage, infinity pool, star beds and multiple lounges, and it is a place to relax and unwind for days.

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Ol Donyo Lodge Rooms

The Ol Donyo Lodge has 9 rooms. Select a room for more details.

Deluxe Pool Suite

No two of the lodge’s suites are exactly the same, but what is consistent is the view of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the lodge’s famous waterhole as well as star beds atop each of the suites for sleeping under the stars. The décor is luxurious and opulent, while still retaining the atmosphere and sense of place that is an essential ingredient of an outstanding bush lodge. Art from around Africa coupled with the photography of Carol Beckwith, Angela Fisher and of course Beverly Joubert, create a commanding space under the high thatch roofs. The design is contemporary and yet traditional.

All suites have a lounge, indoor and outdoor showers, double washbasins, flush toilet and bath, and “star-bed”. The rooftop “star-bed” is accessed from the verandah via a winding stone staircase. This is a fabulous sleep-out option, with utter privacy and all the amenities of the suite just below.

2 Bedroomed Sambu Family Suite

Room facilities

Coffee/Tea

En-Suite

Safe

Gowns

Hairdryer

Outside Shower

Lounge Area

Plunge Pool

Fan

Pure Cotton Linen

Activities offered by Ol Donyo Lodge

Activities on site

Game Drives

Walking Safaris

Horse Riding

Child-Friendly Activities

Cycling

Hiking

Activities off site

Scenic Flight

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More about Ol Donyo Lodge

Log-Pile Hide

Just below the lodge’s main area is our famous ‘log-pile’ hide named as such because of its elaborate and impressive interwoven construction. A short walk with a cool drink in hand, and you’ve arrived at a secret shaded spot from which to view the many mammals that come in for a drink. This is a tremendous experience, especially during the midday siesta.

Fitness

FITNESS

– Yoga mat, and light weights available in each suite;

– Stationary exercise bikes:

– Guests can enjoy a run/walk on the airstrip.

English

Swahili

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"What we appreciated was the effort in doing all the best to satisfy our requests! So everything was as expected.. the tented camp (everything was like at home),the game drive( we asked a private tour), the position of the camp ( very important for us, we sa..."

Silvia Del Giovane, Italy•12 Nov 2026•

"Justin helped craft the perfect honeymoon for us! There are so many options when it comes to choosing a tour operator that I feel so fortunate we landed on Discover Africa. The experience felt seamless from start to finish. Our trip felt perfectly tailored ..."

Alex Dwornik, United States•17 Apr 2026•

"We booked our safari trip through Justin van Wyk from Discover Africa, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. He organized and booked everything from A to Z, so we didn’t have to worry about anything at all. Throughout the entire trip, we stayed..."

Gianluca, Switzerland•12 Apr 2026•

"Matthys van Aswegen of Discover Africa went above and beyond to plan a two week trip for myself and my family (6 travelers) through multiple African countries that was unforgettable! There were many moving parts to our schedule, but every step was thorou..."

Ann Schall, United States•08 Mar 2026•

"Very professional; quick to respond. The trip itself was fantastic. The lodging and the game drives were great. Guide was great; he anticipated where hard-to-find animals would show up. Lodge staff were very friendly. Food was great. "

Akos Ledeczi, United States•12 Nov 2025•

"We have just returned from a trip to 3 different safari camps in Botswana, a short trip to Victoria Falls and a gorilla trek in Rwanda that was booked with Susan from Discover Africa. We couldn't be happier with the direction and support she gave us to trul..."

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