Samburu Sopa Lodge

Located on the slopes of Oloongams Hills, guests are drawn to this lodge built in an ethnic design, surrounded by a rich landscape and covered in flora, from huge desert cacti to sweet smelling jasmine flowers, all within the fabled Masai Mara game reserve.The resort is nestled in 77 hectares of wooded Masai land, with spectacular views of the mountain and the park. Mature wooded gardens with a variety of trees and plants, from thorn trees and acacias, colourful bougainvillea and giant cactus plants thrive in these surroundings. The reception desk is designed like the entrance into a Masai hut and the wall behind it is painted in bold brown strokes, decorated with silver spear heads and Masai beaded necklaces. The reception is open 24 hours with access to a telephone and wireless Internet access. Car wash facilities are available as are babysitting services on request. The air-conditioned establishment comprises 98 guest rooms and features a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a cloakroom, a hairdressing salon, a games room, a TV lounge and a kids' club. Guests may dine in the restaurant and sip their favourite drink in the bar. Business guests are sure to appreciate the conference facilities. Room and laundry services, a car park and garage provide additional convenience.The traditional round buildings with thatched roofs each come with 2 spacious rooms. The en suite bathrooms are fitted with a shower and bathtub. Rooms with either double or king-size beds are available. The rooms feature a balcony or terrace.The hotel offers a swimming pool, activities like guided nature and bird walks, visits to the cultural villages, archery and game viewing in the reserve. Special occasions, bush dinners and sundown meals can be arranged.The residence is 240 km from Nairobi and approximately 5 hours on a tarmac road and all-weather murram road, situated outside the park. Flying is one hour to the nearest airstrip which is 30 minutes' drive to the lodge.