The breathtakingly beautiful area of the Chyulu Hills in Kenya is incredibly diverse and offers spectacular views of the almost 6,000 meter high Kilimanjaro massif. No other lodge in Africa offers such a wide range of experiences in such a private setting as Ol Donyo Lodge. This makes the lodge from the Great Plains portfolio particularly attractive – not only for adventure seekers, but also for love birds.
If you choose Kenya with the trendy city of Nairobi as your travel destination, you can’t miss the Ol Donyo Lodge. It is the ultimate honeymoon destination. None of the lodge’s eight suites are exactly the same, but what is consistent is the view of Mount Kilimanjaro and the lodge’s famous waterhole, as well as the star beds on the roof terrace of each suite, which invite you to sleep under the African night sky. Added to this is the comfort of the lodge with excellent cuisine – the Ol Donyo Lodge is one of three houses in Kenya that can count as Relais & Châteaux – with couples spa treatments in the room, infinity pool and several lounges. The Deluxe Pool Suites offer a harmonious mix of modern and rustic accommodation, blending into the landscape. Ol Donyo Lodge is a perfect escape for love birds and honeymooners with all its romantic highlights such as a morning ride across the prairie on the lodge’s own horses, an unforgettable bush breakfast under an acacia tree, a private sundowner with champagne and views over the plains Kilimanjaro, a dinner for two on the terrace of your own suite under the stars while listening to the lions roar, but also a champagne & candlelight bubble bath.
And even a wedding or a vow renewal in a unique way as part of a Maasai ceremony is possible. This experience will not only bond the couple for a lifetime, but will also enshrine the country and its people in their hearts forever. The bride and groom can wear their own wedding attire or be dressed in traditional Maasai wedding attire. The wedding blessing takes place under a beautiful acacia tree outside in the savannah at sunset. Maasai warriors will sing and dance along with the elders. The elders then begin blessing the couple. The guests‘ guide will translate everything into English during the ceremony. Traditionally, the elders then dip a bundle of grass blades in cow’s milk and sprinkle the couple’s feet, heads and hands. Afterwards, guests can join in the singing and dancing of the Maasai. If you want, you can continue the celebration at the lodge with a traditional campfire dinner in the lodge’s boma. The assembled Ol Donyo Lodge team sings and dances while the bride and groom cut their wedding cake.
Who can claim to have received their marital blessing from Masai? In a place that couldn’t be more authentic, surrounded by enchanting landscapes and wildlife that make this region one of the most diverse safari and wildlife viewing experiences in East Africa.
ol Donyo Lodge is located on over 111,000 hectares of private land in the heart of the Chyulu Hills, between Kenya’s Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks. The property, honed from the ancient lava rock spewed out of Kilimanjaro 360,000 years ago, creates a timelessness that touches everyone visiting us. Safari experiences include horseback safaris, mountain bike safaris, guided walking safaris and open vehicle game drives.
ol Donyo Lodge is located on over 111,000 hectares of private land in the heart of the Chyulu Hills, between Kenya’s Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks. The property, honed from the ancient lava rock spewed out of Kilimanjaro 360,000 years ago, creates a timelessness that touches everyone visiting us. Safari experiences include horseback safaris, mountain bike safaris, guided walking safaris and open vehicle game drives.
ol Donyo Lodge is located on over 111,000 hectares of private land in the heart of the Chyulu Hills, between Kenya’s Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks. The property, honed from the ancient lava rock spewed out of Kilimanjaro 360,000 years ago, creates a timelessness that touches everyone visiting us. Safari experiences include horseback safaris, mountain bike safaris, guided walking safaris and open vehicle game drives.
ol Donyo Lodge is located on over 111,000 hectares of private land in the heart of the Chyulu Hills, between Kenya’s Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks. The property, honed from the ancient lava rock spewed out of Kilimanjaro 360,000 years ago, creates a timelessness that touches everyone visiting us. Safari experiences include horseback safaris, mountain bike safaris, guided walking safaris and open vehicle game drives.