The Serena Mountain Lodge

Serena Mountain Lodge towers over the mountainous peaks of Mount Kenya where you can view the spectacular game, regularly viewed at the waterhole daily during game drives. This is the home of the Big Five and the Serena Mountain Lodge prides itself in having a constant record of big game visits and sightings. The Lodge is at 2194 m on the slopes of Mount Kenya and surrounded by lush rainforest's.

The African night is enlivened by the sounds of the forest animals. You can view the game even closer as they feed at the water hole, by visiting the specially built and constructed viewing bunker connected to the lodge from a short tunnel.

Accommodation at The Serena Mountain Lodge consists of:

This 42 bedroom lodge is accessed through the forest. A draw bridge leads you onto a winding path deep into the rain forest where you meet the warm and your hosts on the wooden decks of the resort. The timbered lodge gives the impression of boarding a ship. Winding stairs lead to a selection of comfortable, cabin-styled rooms. Each private room has indigenous wood- paneled walls and furnished with African crafts. You can view the waterhole from your spacious veranda, where there is never a dull moment.

The bar has a welcoming fire and is decorated with traditional Kikuyu handcrafts and sepia prints reminding you of the local culture and heritage. The fireside comforts against the evening chill of this unique tropical mountain environment. Adjacent is the dining room and the menu offers a blend of traditionally safari favorites, spicy ethnic cuisine, and internationally-themed dishes.

Local facilities include various herbal massages and beauty therapies; curio shop; full housekeeping, Forex facilities; medical back-up and emergency evacuation facilities; all weather airstrip and well-maintained road network; board games plus a full library and express check-in and check-out facilities.

Forest walks can be arranged with views of game and ample bird life. For a very sporty and adventurous challenge why not prolong your walk up to Mount Kenya. Tailor-made safaris and or personal programmes are provided for every individual and they are managed by experienced professionals.

Activities include sailing, fishing, scuba diving, walking safaris, ballooning, canoe safaris, biking, mountain climbing and trekking. Visit the deserted beach or tented lodge at the riverside, shaded by acacia trees.