Ol-Malo Lodge or 'The Place of the Greater Kudu' the perfect Luxury Africa Safari Lodge is set in a 5000 acre ranch and game sanctuary along the Uaso Nyiro River, overlooked by the massive snow covered Mount Kenya in the background, and it overlooks the Mukagodo home of the nomadic Ndorobo people.

Ol-Malo hotel was built by the Francombes who were both born and raised in Kenya, and they both knew exactly what was required when they built the lodge, and how they wanted it to be.

To stay at Ol Malo Hotel is to live by a different rhythm - measure the day by the time-worn patterns of nature, wake up to see the mind-blowing sunrise, framing the snow-capped peaks of Mt Kenya. Celebrate the new day with a

dawn ride into the wilderness, feel night's chill burn off with the rising of the great equatorial sun, keep tempo with the world by the roll of the camels stride, tour the colourful Samburu nomads of the North and sink with the dying sun into the waters of the pool. At night luxuriate in the peace and comfort of Ol Malo and tune into the magical sounds of wild Africa under an ancient starscape.
Ol Malo Lodge lies about 314 kilometers from Nairobi, Kenya and will take about 5 hours driving. By Air 45 minutes from Nairobi (Wilson Airport) to Samburu or Shaba airstrip. Ol Malo Lodge is a 5,000 acre ranch and game sanctuary, which lies along the edge of Kenya's north-eastern province.

Without apparent effort you will move in Africa time, totally controlled by sunrise and sunset, it will be as if the real world doesn’t exist anymore, and you may find yourself viewing the abundant game from much closer than a safari vehicle. You could be high on a camel, on horseback, or on a mountain bike if you choose.

One thing is certain you will almost certainly see and get close to game that is so protected and undisturbed by human contact; they come to Ol-Malo Lodge as a place of security and safety. You will almost certainly view Elephant, Giraffe, Leopard, Lion, Hyena, Common Zebra, and the rare Grevy? s Zebra, more endangered than the Rhino. At night you will return to perhaps a dusk swim, watching perhaps a herd of Elephant arriving at the waterhole, absolutely memorable cuisine, and perhaps a night in the game hide watching Leopards close up but in total safety.

When owner Colin Francombe talks you through the panorama from the verandah at Ol Malo Hotel in Laikipia, it feels as though you're standing on a great map of Kenya, Some 100 kilometres to the south is Mt Kenya.

A little closer are the Lolldaiga Hills, and a short distance to the east, Samburu lies just behind a ridge of hills. Go north from here and you enter Kenya's wild Northern Frontier district.

Ol Malo Lodge lies on the edge of Laikipia, this area of Kenya feels tantalizingly like the edge of civilization; Ol Malo Hotel was one of the first of Kenya's bush homes, so of course a large part of staying here is getting a taste of what it's like to actually live here, as the Francombes do. Colin, Rocky and their son Andrew are relaxed and affable hosts, so you quickly feel as

though you've known them for a while. Conversation is easy and, inevitably when you enter a world as different as this is compared to most people's lives, there are numerous stories of animals, people and places. Ol Malo Lodge is still very much a home; the family dogs are much in evidence (they're well behaved so you won't be bothered by them if dogs aren't your thing) and family photos hang on the walls, giving a glimpse of enchanted African childhoods.  Principally this is somewhere to soak up the intoxicating and rarified atmosphere of this part of Africa and just take it all as it comes.  If you take this approach it'll knock your socks off.

The plains and dense bush round Ol Malo Lodge contain an enormous number of species, some unique to the area, this is the birthplace of mankind and home to some of the greatest bio-diversity on earth. Those with an inclination to take in the wonders of the natural world will have a full program of events to cover.

Elephant, buffalo, Eland, Beisa Oryx, Grant gazelle, Impala, common and grey Zebra, reticulated Giraffe, Lelwels Hartebeest Gerenuk, Greater Kudu, Water Buck, Klipspringer, Steenbok, Gunthers Dik Dik, Warthog, Wild dog, Leopard, Cheetah, Lion, spotted and striped Hyena: where else on earth can you go out for a drive in an open vehicle - with a Samburu guide and driver – and be virtually certain to see such a wide-ranging selection of elusive, wild game?
An experienced Samburu guides will take you on a nature walk to show you the Little Five – ant lion, leopard tortoise, elephant shrew, rhino beetle, buffalo weaver. Or you can choose to learn about the plants the Samburu use for medicine and food. Or stand in amazement at the sight of the 330 named species of birds found at Ol Malo.

Ol Malo Lodge is a striking building in an outstanding location – natural local materials sculpted into a warm and hospitable lodge set among the curves of a rocky hillside surveying one of the great views of Africa.

Comfortable and accommodating sitting and dining rooms provide shady terraces for protection from the sun – and open fireplaces for the cooler evenings. Smooth lawns and carefully tended shrubberies sweep down to a cliff edge, providing a vantage point for activity at the watering hole and salt lick below.

A maze of slated pathways wind down to four rock and olive wood cottages. Each double room has its own veranda and complete privacy. Large picture windows frame a wild, constantly changing landscape – clouds scud across the

sky, stately eagles wheel and glide on thermals above the plains. An infinity pool adds to the beauty as well as the amenity of this place. Choose a luxurious tent or a thatch cottage perched on a cliff edge at this lovely camp to the west of Samburu overlooking Mount Kenya. Spacious and elegant tents with elephant-theme interiors have en-suite bathrooms made out of natural rock, while the stone and thatch cottages, some built on two levels, have king-size beds and baths that you can lie in and look out at the passing wildlife. The main lodge also built of natural rock and olive wood is cozy and comfortable. There's also a huge pool, which clings to the rock edge, spilling its waters to the rocks below. Drives are extremely rewarding with game galore or overnight stay in the Look out Hut—a little wooden hut in the bush—or go camping under the stars. Horseback riding is a fascinating way to spot game: there are also safe and friendly ponies for kids and children's gift packs on arrival, plus other activities for kids.

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Accommodation:
The Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel is very small catering for just eight guests at any one time in sublime comfort. Colin and Rocky Francombe, the hosts, are what really make Ol Malo special.

They have lived in Kenya all their lives and are very personable and will ensure you get the most out of your stay in this peaceful wilderness. Their home is built with natural rock, with thatched roofs, overlooking a much visited waterhole. The rooms all have en-suite bathrooms and a private verandah.

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Cottages: The four guest cottages are spread out along the cliff edge and are uniquely built out of natural rock and ancient olive

wood, with thatched roofs and huge glass windows facing onto the view. Ol Malo can take up to eight people at one time. Rooms can hold up to three people, if families wish to stay in the same room. All the cottages are different and each room offers the maximum in privacy and comfort, with huge king size beds, luxurious en-suite bathrooms and each has its own private veranda. Some rooms are on a split level with the bathroom underneath the room, others have the bathroom on the same level. If there was ever a time one wished to soak in a bath and look out at a beautiful vista and at wild animals grazing then this is the place to do it!

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Canvas Tents: Ol Malo has two tents, which are the most luxurious of tents made out of canvas and have small elephant motifs around the lining. Each tent has an ensuite bathroom made out of natural rock and a thatched roof covers the entire tent and veranda. These rooms are just as comfortable and perfect if a large group wishes to stay at Ol Malo, since it allows guest numbers to reach a maximum of twelve.
Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Restaurant
Full board accommodation, including soft drinks, beer and house wine.

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Activities
Child Listening Service: A listening service is available whilst parents are having drinks and dinner and are away from their rooms at night. Should a child wake the parents will be called immediately. Camel Rides: Ol Malo has a family of camels that can be ridden across the plains, or around Ol Malo.

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Horseback Rides: Ol Malo’s ponies love both children and adults and there is no better way of experiencing the real Kenyan outback than on the back of one of these great f riends.

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Local Samburu Manyatta: Ol Malo is home to the Samburu who love meeting Ol Malo’s guests. During your stay you can have the chance to meet the local Samburu children, visit their school, paint, learn tribal dancing, make beaded artifacts, and visit their manyatta (village). There is also the chance to learn about hunting with spears and try your hand at spear throwing.

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Nature Walks: Africa is not only about the Big Five – at Ol Malo they will try and spot the Little Five too. The guides are experts in finding the smaller things of interest – spiders, insects, harvester ants, flowers and plants

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Camping under the Stars: For the more adventurous and those who wish to leave the comfort of Ol Malo, why not spend the night under the stars? To listen to local stories by a roaring campfire, learn about the stars in the African sky and fall asleep to the sounds of the wild – this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Overnight In The Look Out Hut: This fantastic hut lies just by a water hole which is visited by different types of animals. Fitted with bunk beds it can be an exciting place to spend the night and you never know who could wake you up in the morning.

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Mountain Biking: The hilly terrain around Ol Malo is perfect for mountain bike lovers. Bikes are available for use on a daily basis and guests will be shown the best routes depending on their mountain bike experience.

Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Game Viewing - Ol Malo is an unfenced camp in the Northern Frontier District of Kenya.There are over 50 species of animal and 280 species of bird life.Elephants, buffalo, giraffe, Grevy's and Burchell's zebra, gerenuk, hartebeest, Grant's and Thompson's gazelle, impala, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena and wild dog can be found in the area.The game is wild and unused to human company which makes it all the more exciting when tracking animals.
Ol-Malo Lodge Hotel Swimming Pool: One of the most stunning parts of Ol Malo is the very private swimming pool built on the cliff edge, with its water spilling over. The pool is warmed by the hot African sun and has a separate shower/bathroom and eating area.

Children’s activities include;
Cooking African meals on a bush stove
Swimming races in the pool
Checking off birds and animals on a list Picnics in the bush Face Painting in local tribal colours
Treasure hunt around the Ol Malo grounds

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