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Ndolwa House Holiday Homestay | Bush Home
Rustic Classic Accommodation in Tsavo West National Park | Kenya

(Ndolwa House is a Small Private Homestay bordering Tsavo West National Park about 250 kilometers south of Kenya’s capital, Nairobi. To get to Ndolwa House, Travel to Mitito Andei town (approximately 3 hours from Nairobi and the Turn right at Mitito Andei into Main Gate Tsavo West National Park. The drive through the Park from the main gate at Mitito Andei to Ndolwa House takes approximately 2 - 2 ½ hours game viewing through one of the most spectacular scenic game parks in Kenya)

Ndolwa House Private Homestay

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Ndolwa House Holiday Homestay is a small private homestay bordering Tsavo West National Park catering for the discerning client wishing to experience an unspoilt wilderness in the African bush. Ndolwa House is a small private homestead bordering the south eastern boundary of Tsavo West National Park south of the Ngulia Mountain and Tsavo River.

It is based on Ndolwa Wildlife Sanctuary and lies 7 km from Maktau town. Ndolwa House Private Homestay is based on a private community owned conservation area and offers great accessibility to both the southern and northern regions of Tsavo National Park for an exciting mix of wildlife viewing opportunities and wonderfully diverse and breathtaking scenery.

Set on Ndolwa Hill the lodge overlooks a vast panoramic expanse unlike any other in Tsavo West, including spectacular views of Mt Kilimanjaro, the Chyulu Hills, Tsavo West National Park, the Yatta Plateau and the Taita Hills.

Ndolwa House Holiday Homestay Owners/ Host
Marcus Russell, owner and host of Ndolwa House Private Homestay, is a professional guide and a seasoned bushman. A second generation Kenyan, he has spent most of his life in Kenya’s wilderness areas, building and managing tourist lodges and camps; setting up wildlife conservation projects and working with the Kenya Wildlife Service on anti-poaching and wildlife management activities.

Ndolwa House Private Homestay has four private en-suite cottages (two with double beds, one with twin beds and one family room with one double bed and two single beds) and two tents measuring 44 square meters each with en suite bathrooms (one with a double bed and the other with two single beds); each cottage and tent has a private verandah.

There are also two guide rooms to accommodate guides (one with a double bed and the other with two single beds) attached to the central mess/dining area. On request extra beds can be placed in the rooms to accommodate more people or young children.

Each Ndolwa House Private Homestay cottage has its own unique style with custom made beds, personal African collections and bead work decoration.

The cottages, tents and the mess/dining area overlook spectacular panoramic views of Mt Kilimanjaro, the Chyulu Hills, Tsavo West National Park, Ngulia Hill, the Yatta Plateau, and the Taita Hills.

Ndolwa House Private Homestay Bathroom

Ndolwa House Private Homestay Owner Marcus

Ndolwa House Private Homestay Accommodation Prices

Notes

* Check in from 11am/ Check out by 10am

* Ndolwa House is child friendly and children of all ages are welcome

* Packed lunch boxes with standard departures - 25 US Dollars per person

* Early dinners for Children and special menus can be arranged upon request
* Late departures after 11 am 70 US Dollars per adult/ 35 US Dollars per child

* Guests arriving after lunch on the day of arrival and departing after 11am Pays 20 US Dollars per child

* Guests arriving after lunch on the day of arrival and departing after 11am Pays 40 US Dollars per adult

Ndolwa House Private Homestay Accommodation Rates include:

* Full board accommodation at Ndolwa House Private Homestay
* Soft drinks, beer, house wine & local spirits
* Children under 3 years stay free of charge

* Bush breakfast, dinner & picnic lunches

* Guided bush walks on special request

* Maktau airstrip transfers
* Sundowner game drives
* Laundry

Ndolwa House Private Homestay Accommodation Rates Exclude:

* Festive season supplement of 50 US Dollars per person per day (23 Dec to 3 Jan)

* Park & Community Conservation Fees Children (3-17) : 40 US Dollars per night

* Park & Community Conservation Fees Adults (18+) : 80 US Dollars per night

* Guide accommodation and guide and vehicle park fees will be charged

* Kilaguni/ Finch Hatton airstrip transfer - 200 US Dollars per vehicle

* Exclusive use of safari vehicle: 300 US Dollars per day

* Your guide is responsible for leading all safari activities

* Medical, travel & cancellation insurance
* Infants under 3 Year : free of charge

* Game drives in shared vehicle
* Premium wines & spirits

* Gratuities

Accepted Mode of Payment

Ndolwa House Private Homestay Activities
A minimum three night stay at Ndolwa House Private Homestay is recommended for visitors wishing to benefit from the wonders of the truly wild Tsavo West National Park, including:

* Tsavo West National Park Southern region - Lake Jipe; Serengeti Plains
* Tsavo West National Park Northern region - Mzima Springs; Tsavo River; Rhino Valley; Ngulia Mountain; Shetani lava flow

Ndolwa House Private Homestay Style
In order to blend in closely with the environment Ndolwa House is built using natural materials. Comfortable, spacious and relaxed areas are central to the style and there is a homely and down to earth atmosphere; the hosting is personalised and individual needs are willingly accommodated wherever possible.

Ndolwa House cuisine is of a high standard and consists of good quality home cooking. The discerning client who wishes to have exclusivity and privacy with a homely atmosphere is well catered for.

Ndolwa House Private Homestay Climate
Ndolwa Wildlife Sanctuary long rains are normally from April through to June and the shorter rains are from mid-November to mid-December. Days are generally sunny and there is a moderate to cool climate throughout the year. The altitude is 3,900 ft.

Recommended Equipment & Attire
Ndolwa House Private Homestay has an informal atmosphere so guests may dress according to their comfort. Guests are advised to bring warm clothing to wear on chilly mornings and evenings.

A pair of binoculars, camera and extra film or data cards are highly recommended. A hat, sunscreen, good walking shoes and comfortable khaki/ bush colored clothing on bush walks are essential.

Ndolwa House Private Homestay From Nairobi by Road
Travel to Mitito Andei town (approximately 3 hrs from Nairobi.) Turn right at Mitito Andei into Main Gate Tsavo West National Park. KWS smart cards may be loaded at the main gate. Once through the gate travel for 14 kms to sign No 4. Turn left. Travel to sign No 15. Go straight across.

Travel to sign No 16. Go straight across. Carry on straight and do not take any right turns to reach the Tsavo River bridge for approximately 15 kms. Cross the bridge and travel for approximately 3 kms to a T-junction.

This is the Mzima Springs pipeline road. At the T-junction turn left and travel for approximately 4.5 kms to reach sign No 66. At this sign turn right and travel straight for approximately 38 km to Maktau Gate.

Please call us from Mitito Andei with an approximate time of arrival into Maktau so that we can arrange for a member of staff to meet you there to guide you to Ndolwa House.

The drive through the Park from the main gate at Mitito Andei to Ndolwa House takes approximately 2 - 2 ½ hours game viewing through one of the most spectacular scenic game parks in Kenya.

Ndolwa House Private Homestay From Mombasa by Road
Drive down the main Nairobi-Mombasa road to Voi (approximately 1½ - 2 hours). Just before the Caltex petrol station on the main road turn left and take this main Voi - Taveta road. Travel 20 kms to Mwatate town. Carry straight on.

When the tarmac ends proceed on the murram road and pass the next town called Bura and carry on. Pass Taita Hills and Salt Lick Lodges on the left. Proceed to next town called Maktau.

The road from Voi to Maktau is 55 kms (approximately 1 hour drive). Please call us from Voi with an approximate time of arrival into Maktau so that we can arrange for a member of our staff to meet you there to guide you the last few kilometers to Ndolwa House.

Booking & Reservations for Ndolwa House Holiday Home-stay located in Tsavo West National Park, Kenya

Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967

Mobile : + 254 - (0) - 721-242-711

Email: info@africanspicesafaris.com