Nairobi Tented Camp
 
 

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Deep within a riverine forest minutes from Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Wilson Airport and Nairobi City is a true wilderness experience. It is the first accommodation of any sort to be allowed in this unique safari destination. The Nairobi Tented Camp is the only camp in the Nairobi National Park. The Nairobi National Park is a unique ecosystem by being the only protected area in the world close to a capital city. The park is located only 7 km from Nairobi city centre.

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It is the first accommodation of any sort to be allowed in this unique safari destination. There isn't anywhere else in the world like it; a wilderness escape where you can savour the thrill of camping in the heart of thick bushland right on the doorstep of Nairobi.

With sweeping plains on one side and Nairobi city on the other, Nairobi National Park is a wildlife haven unlike any other, with guaranteed sightings of rhino a reason in itself to visit, and Nairobi Tented Camp offers guests the opportunity to really get to know this unique destination and its wildlife. International visitors will leave Jomo Kenyatta airport and within ten minutes start their wildlife encounter, with the last 20 minutes of their short half an hour journey filled with the excitement of their first game drive in Kenya.

The camp consists of nine guest tents (six doubles and three twins) each with accommodation for two people. Each tent has its own toilet and shower, so you can enjoy the luxury of en-suite living 'safaris style', with hot water heated over a log fire and brought to your shower when you're ready.

Low watt LED lighting in each of the tents runs off rechargeable batteries and solar panels, and for dining, guests can enjoy the romance of candles and lanterns - a truly authentic tented camp experience
Tents are comfortably furnished and each of the tents has the following:

  • Twin or double bed
  • Bedside tables
  • Torch
  • Gas and kerosene lanterns
  • Wardrobe for hanging your clothes
  • En-suite toilet with bucket shower and basin
  • Writing desk with lamp
  • Rugs on the floor
  • LED lighting
  • Chairs and table on veranda for relaxing
  • Luggage rack
  • View into the valley and forest

Whether you are in Nairobi for tourism, a night stopover, international business or conferences, producing a film or simply looking for a weekend break as a resident, Nairobi Tented Camp has something for everyone.

Itinerary – A typical day programme

Your day in Nairobi Tented Camp starts with a freshly brewed hot drink brought to your tent before setting off for that famous safari tradition – an early morning game drive.  Be lucky enough to catch the first rays of early morning sun as they burn off the night dust of dew stirring the plains game gently to life.

After a morning potentially filled with sightings of lion, buffalo and leopard, return to camp for more warming cups of tea and coffee, freshly baked bread and a hearty cooked breakfast.  The camp is made up of nine guest tents and a central mess and dining tent from which meals will be served.  In the afternoon, guests can relax in the lounge area or in the privacy of their own tent.  There is nothing more blissful than sleeping off your three course lunch in a swaying hammock under the shade of an olive tree.

As the day cools and the sun starts its journey west, it will be time for another game drive – a chance to catch that evasive moment where a lion might decide it is time to feast.  Return to camp for drinks and exchange stories around the campfire before dinner under the vast African star-lit sky, ultimately retreating to the comfort of your bed in your cozy tent.

Locations visited: Nairobi National Park

Prices:

NAIROBI TENTED CAMP:  PRICES IN US$ ON BED & BREAKFAST BASIS

DATES FROM DATES TO Per Person Per Night, Sharing Twin / Double Tent Single Tent Supplement, Per Night Per Child (3-12 Years) Per Night, Sharing with 2 Adults
1-Jul-14 30-Sep-14 120 USD 58 USD 60 USD
1-Oct-14 31-Dec-14 100 USD 48 USD 50 USD
1-Jan-15 30-Jun-15 105 USD 48 USD 55 USD
1-Jul-15 30-Sep-15 130 USD 63 USD 65 USD
1-Oct-15 31-Dec-15 105 USD 48 USD 55 USD

Prices are subject to currency fluctuations and may change.

Above Per Night Rates include:
  • Bed & breakfast accommodation
  • Soft drinks
  • All Kenya Government taxes, including 16% VAT.
Above Rates Exclude:
  • Meals other than breakfast (see rates below)
  • Game drives and excursions (see rates below)
  • Park entry fees (see below)
  • Airport transfers (see below)
  • All items of personal nature, Laundry services, Tips and gratuities.
  • Christmas & New Year supplement on 24, 25, 26, 31 Dec 2014 & 01 Jan 2015 is $40 per person per night inclusive of 16%VAT
  • Child sharing rates applicable if child is sharing with 2 adults in a tent
SUPPLEMENTS TO ADD LUNCH & DINNER TO ABOVE B&B RATES 
Pre-Booked Dinner: $35 Per Person 
Pre-Booked Lunch: $30 Per Person 
  
MANDATORY PARK ENTRANCE FEES
Nairobi National Park Entrance & Camping Fees US$ 85 Per Adult Per Day & US$ 45 Per Child Per Day 
  
SUPPLEMENTS FOR SPECIAL SAFARI PACKAGES TO BE ADDED TO BED & BREAKFAST RATES 
Special Half Board Safari Package US$ 100 (US$105 for 2015) Per Person Per Night (Excludes $85 Park/Camping Fee) SUPPLEMENT inclusive of 16% VAT 
Includes: Dinner (half board), 2 airport transfers, 1 shared game drive or a visit to Elephant Orphanage, sundowner, free drinks (beer, wine, gin & tonic)  
  
Special Full Board Safari Package US$ 130 (US$140 for 2015) Per Person Per Night (Excludes $85 Park/Camping Fee) SUPPLEMENT inclusive of 16% VAT 
Includes: Lunch & dinner (full board), 2 airport transfers, 2 shared game drives or 1 game drive & visit to Elephant Orphanage, sundowner, free drinks (beer, wine, gin & tonic) 
  
Extra charge for exclusive use of game drive vehicle while on the half board or full board safari package, instead of shared game drives:
US$ 275 Per Vehicle Full day & US$ 150 Per Vehicle Half day 
  
Day Room 
Day room at Nairobi Tented Camp is 65% of the per double/twin room rate (This excludes park entry fees which will be paid separate). 
  
OPTIONAL EXTRAS INCLUSIVE OF 16% VAT FOR THOSE NOT TAKING SPECIAL SAFARI PACKAGES
  • Extra lunch or dinner (aftre arrival if booked on B&B basis, or walk-in) - per person$39 
  • Sundowner (beer, wine, gin & tonic) - per person$33
  • Shared game drive (morning or afternoon) - per person (minimum 2 pax) $50
  • Daphne Sheldrick visit at 11h00 - per person inclusive of transport and entry fee: $25
  • Fostering of an Elephant at Daphne Sheldrick - per person inclusive of transport and fostering fee: $75
ONE WAY CAMP TRANSFERS INCLUSIVE OF 16% VAT
  • JKIA to the camp or vice versa - per person minimum 2 pax$22
  • Nairobi city to the camp or vice versa - per person minimum 2 pax$22
  • Wilson to the camp or vice versa - per person minimum 2 pax$17 
  • East gate to the camp or vice versa - per person minimum 2 pax$17 
  • Main gate to the camp or vice versa - per person minimum 2 pax$17 
  
Child Policy:
  • 2 children in own tent pay 75% of per person sharing rates each, 3rd child in same tent pays 75% of per person sharing rate.
  • 3 - 12 years: 1 child sharing with 1 adult pays 75% of adult sharing rate & adult pays per adult sharing rate.
  • 1 child sharing with 2 adults, pays above child rates but adults pay double tent rates. Children below 3 years stay free.
  • Maximum 1 child sharing with 2 adults in each tent due to size.

 

  

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