The colours of Kenya & Zanzibar

Set in a quiet scenic area, this plantation style property is light and airy, offering spacious, comfortable rooms, each with a private balcony commanding iconic views over the Ngong Hills.

Accommodation comprises of two-storey timber and thatch villas raised on stilts, each with a sun deck, loungers, swing bed and outdoor Jacuzzi bath, a family villa, Segera House, and Villa Segera which comes with a private pool and sunken hide. Guests will marvel at The Bird’s Nest – the latest addition to the retreat. Set high above the ground, it offers the unique concept of nesting and sleeping like a bird, with a 360 degree birds-eye-view of the surrounding wilderness. The interior suite features a fully-equipped bathroom with solar-heated running water and a flushing toilet, while the exterior structure is built and designed from raw materials that have been woven into the nest-like shape by local community members. Quirky dining venues include the former stables where modern artworks now adorn the walls and the wine cellar housed in a water tower. Bush picnics, nature walks and camel walks are arranged at guests’ convenience, while the pool and spa beckon to those who are keen to simply relax and unwind.

Seven spacious tents run on solar power, with canopied canvas ceilings, wooden floors and en suite facilities including an indoor shower and copper bath tub. Each tent comes with a professional Canon camera, lenses and Swarovski binoculars for guests to use during their stay. Relax on the extensive private veranda or in the communal library with sweeping views across the plains. The Olare Motorogi conservancy enjoys a high concentration of cats and provides access to an extensive game viewing area, including the Mara North Conservancy as well as the Mara National Reserve. With no set itineraries, the days unfold according to guests’ preferences and to make the most of the wildlife opportunities.

Reinvigorate your inner self in this trendy Spice Island hideaway where enchanting bungalows and suites – some with Jacuzzi – are surrounded by a tropical oasis of gardens. Heightened luxury awaits in the three private villas; the Ocean-Front Luxury Villa boasts three en suite bedrooms, a living room, kitchen-diner, entertainment room and 12m outdoor pool. Zuri brings guests the option of dining by the beach, pool or overlooking the resort at Upendo, a glorious setting for savouring international cuisine with an African-Indian twist. Dining by Design offers the opportunity of having romantic candlelit dinners or private cooking lessons in different locations throughout the resort. Massages can be enjoyed at MAUA Wellness plus sunset cruises and non-motorised watersports are available; great dive spots can be found in Mnemba Atoll Marine Park and Tumbatu Island, renowned for its turtle-nesting zones.