Ol Tukai Lodge Amboseli

“This is an oasis among the elephants.”

This lodge was beautiful. We found the staff was very helpful and lovely people. The rooms were clean, the beds comfortable and the soaps smelled great. The location was perfect. The animals came close to the lodge area. The food was wonderful.

“Very Friendly Authentic African Resort in Great Location”

Excellent service and warm hospitality, plus probably one of the best locations in Amboseli. We stayed here 2 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. Our room was comfortable and the resort grounds are beautiful, with lots of flowers birds baboons and monkeys. We did a 2 day safari and saw so many elep… more

Excellent service and warm hospitality, plus probably one of the best locations in Amboseli. We stayed here 2 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. Our room was comfortable and the resort grounds are beautiful, with lots of flowers birds baboons and monkeys. We did a 2 day safari and saw so many elephants, not to mention the huge band of 29 elephants that grazes in front of the resort. Unfortunately Mount Kilimanjaro was always cloud covered, but it was still beautiful with the green swamp and lake in front of tee resort. We saw almost every type of animal, including Over 50 elephants, lions, Cape buffalo, gazelles, wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, hyenas, cheetahs, jackals, hippopotamus, baboons, monkeys, and so many birds. Absolutely delightful! The food was good and plentiful, but all buffet while we were there. Rooms were slightly dated, but had a lot of character, including romantic mosquito draped beds. A perfect place to relax, swim in the pool, and be close to nature. Much thanks to Ishmael and John who made our stay very special.

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“Offers breathtaking views of Amboseli Park and the majestic Kilimanjaro peak”

This expansive campus offers breathtaking views of Amboseli Park and the majestic Kilimanjaro peak. The cottages are very spacious, featuring verandas with spectacular views of the park and Kilimanjaro. From your cottage, you can spot mighty elephant herds and other wildlife. The service at the bar… more

This expansive campus offers breathtaking views of Amboseli Park and the majestic Kilimanjaro peak. The cottages are very spacious, featuring verandas with spectacular views of the park and Kilimanjaro. From your cottage, you can spot mighty elephant herds and other wildlife. The service at the bar, restaurant, and front desk was commendable. Although the food spread was extensive, it could be more appealing to the palate

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“Inside the park... Lots of elephants”

It's all about location and this hotel has it as it is located inside the park. The grounds are fenced so the most animals stay out. The exception are the vervet monkeys. There are lots of the on the grounds. They are looking for hand outs, but don't do it as the may carry disease. There are n… more

It's all about location and this hotel has it as it is located inside the park. The grounds are fenced so the most animals stay out. The exception are the vervet monkeys. There are lots of the on the grounds. They are looking for hand outs, but don't do it as the may carry disease. There are no door knobs on the door so to keep the door closed and the monkeys out, use the deadbolt lock. I had one look through the window one day. The bed was comfortable and equipped with mosquito netting. The room has a ceiling fan, but it was to the side of the mosquito netting of the bed. Some reported it to be not very effective. Bottomless bottled water was supplied with the room at no charge. It was recommended not to drink the water. Large shower, but mine had a cracked window. Plenty of hot water. Above average room condition. Buffet restaurant on site se only option. Wide selection, but it was labeled by one of the group as "survival food" and just ok. Tip: either bring your own knife or ask for a steak knife as the standard table knives were not effective. Ok, that also means the meats were tough. Which leads back to the "survival food" label. Choose wisely the food especially the desserts. Many good great but the gelatin ones could be used as super balls. Friendly staff, fully stocked bar and quiet location. Oh yes, there is an out door open fire ring and pool. In December, we did not encounter any mosquitos but this really depends on the weather. It takes 20 minutes to get out to where the elephants cross the roads. The parks opens at 6a and closes at 6p. No one can leave outside of there hours. For the elephant crossing the road, which are dirt and bumpy and dusty, expect numerous vehicles. We encountered a lion passing the elephants one day and that was really a great experience to hear the elephants trumpeting and surrounding the young ones. The lion was not interested in them, just passing by.

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