Ololo Wildlife and Community

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Ololo Wildlife and Community

5 Days Starting and ending in Nairobi, Kenya

Visiting: Nairobi National Park Main Gate, Nairobi National Park, Kiserian, Kikuyu, National Park

Tour operator:

One Horizon Africa

Tour code:

OCW

Recommended For:

50 plus, Couples, Family-Kids

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 35

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

1-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal

Tour operated in:

English

Private Available:

From:

$2780

$2690 (USD) BLACK FRIDAY SALE @ Tourhub: $90

Tour Overview

Join One Horizon for four nights at Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm, located in pristine bush right on the boundary of the renowned Nairobi National Park. Relax in excellent safari-style accommodation, eat delicious home-grown organic food, and enjoy a number of thrilling game drives. Nairobi National Park is home to a staggering amount of Kenyan animals and birds despite its proximity to the city and there’s an excellent chance of spotting rhino, buffalo, lion, cheetah and numerous antelope and plains game. While the park itself is too small to sustain elephants, a visit to the Sheldrick Trust on its perimeter is an unforgettable activity, and a Nairobi highlight, to watch endearing baby elephants at the world-famous orphanage. This exciting safari experience is combined with two of One Horizon’s inspiring tours in and around the city; you will spend time getting to know the intriguing and majestic Maasai people in their village, and meet some warm and welcoming Kikuyu grandmothers that are making a sustainable business work, so they can keep their families together. This tour is ideal for those who have a limited time in Nairobi but still want to see amazing wildlife and there is the added privilege of meeting Kenya’s extraordinarily friendly people in their own communities.

Highlights

You are based in an amazing lodge on the park boundary with game drives each day
The wildlife is up close and, if you prefer, you can sit on the terrace of Ololo and watch the game walk by
Ololo Safari Lodge also has an organic farm which services incredibly healthy food
You will also visit local communities and in particular the Maasai where you will learn about their local customs

Places You'll See

Ololo Safari Lodge And Farm Lies On The Boundary Of Nairobi National Park Just 40 Minutes From Downtown Nairobi

For 4 Nights Your Base Is A Luxury Retreat From Where You Make Forays Into Nairobi National Park And Communities

With 6 Different Accommodation Options, Ololo Provides Something For Every Budget

2 Game Drives Each Day

The Wildlife Is Close At Your Doorstep

And You See Some Amazing Sights

And Rhinos Abound

You Will Also Visit The Animal Orphanage For Abandoned Elephants

And Get To Understand The Amazing Effort To Save Baby Elephants And Return Them To The Wild

And You Will Meet Some Predators Along The Way

And Visit A Community Of Traditional Maasai Along The Way

And Visit Their Village

And You Will Meet Some Amazing Grandmas

Women In Their 60'S Who Have Become Pig Farmers So They Can Support Their Families

And Their Hospitality Is Amazing

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Nairobi—Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm

Location:

Nairobi National Park Main Gate

Accommodation:

Lodge, Lodge

Meals Included:

Dinner

Today you will be picked up from your Nairobi hotel, or from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or Wilson Airport, and transferred to Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm located just outside the southern boundary of Nairobi National Park.

Day 2 : Early Morning Game Drive—Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage—Ololo Farm Tour

Location:

Nairobi National Park

Accommodation:

Hotel

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

It’s the world’s only national park that shares a boundary with a bustling capital city and features diverse landscapes ranging from broad savannah grasslands to pockets of riverine woodlands and dramatic rocky gorges. It’s home to over 100 species of mammals including a large population of black and white rhino, Cape buffalo, giraffe, lion, leopard, hyena, zebra, jackal, and antelope such as eland, hartebeest and impala.

Day 3 : Early Morning Game Drive—Maasai Village Excursion

Location:

Kiserian

Accommodation:

Hotel

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast and after your game drive, we spend the rest of the day connecting with Kenya’s proud Maasai people when we visit their village home in Kiserian and learn about village life

Day 4 : Early Morning Game Drive—Go Granny Go! Excursion To A Kikuyu Village

Location:

Kikuyu

Accommodation:

Hotel

Meals Included:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast and your game drive, you will visit a project that is turning around the lives of grandmas in a Kikuyu community. You will meet some engaging and entrepreneurial grandmothers who are beating their generational cycle of poverty.

Day 5 : Ololo Safari Lodge & Farm—Nairobi

Location:

National Park

Accommodation:

Hotel

Meals Included:

Breakfast

This morning over a last home-cooked leisurely breakfast on the terrace, reflect on the experiences of the last few days—not only have you seen Kenya’s amazing wildlife, but met some truly inspirational people that are making a real difference in their communities. We transfer you to your central Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or Wilson Airport for your onward journey.

What's Included

Accommodation

4 nights accommodation at Ololo Safari Lodge and Farm
Airport Transfers at Destination

Return airport transfers from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or Wilson Airport (domestic terminal)
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

For your day excursions to local communities you are picked up in air-conditioned vehicles for your comfort each day
Drinks with Meals

Includes alcoholic beverages as well as water and juices each day
Fully Guided

Fully guided activities with trained guides each day
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Entrance Fees

Nairobi National Park daily entry fees are included in this package
Meals – Full Board

This is an all-inclusive packaged itinerary
All laundry requirements
Game Drives on Safari

2 game drives each day. Where your party consists of more than 4 persons, then you have the game drive vehicle for your exclusive use

What's Not Included

Country Entry Visas
International Travel
Tipping and Gratuities

These are entirely optional

Check out our Q&As

Are all entrance fees included in the price?

All National Park fees and the entrance fees associated with your daily excursions are included in your holiday package
What is the maximum group size?

This is dependent on the room accommodation type that you require. The family room can take up to 6 whilst Ololo's other accommodating types can require a minimum of between 2 and 4 persons. Please contact us so that we can advise the best option fo you.
What currencies are required for this tour?

The tour package currency is USD
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Apart from your 4 wheel drive vehicles, all the vehicles used for day excursions to villages are air conditioned
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

There is ho single supplement for this tour. But please note, our prices are per person

Company Instant Book

Booking is subject to availability. However, we can get back to you within 4 hours if a request is obtained during business hours
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

All National Park fees and the entrance ees associated with your daily excursions are included in your holiday package
Are flights included in this tour?

Flights are not included in this package
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes children are encouraged to take part. Ololo Safari Lodge is also a working farm, so there are plenty of activities for children
Laundry is Included

For your stay at Ololo, we include a laundry service for your convenience. Every morning you can leave your laundry with us, and it will be ready for you upon your return. This is something that our families love in particular
What is the tipping policy?

Tipping and Ololol Safari Lodge and Farm is entirely discretionary
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes we can advise and confirm in writing prior to departure, the accommodation that you have decided upon
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Yes airport transfers are included from the international or domestic airports and/or from any location within Nairobi
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

There s a minimum fitness level requirement for this tour
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Ololo Safari Lodge and Farm is at a luxury, 4 to 5 star level
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

All our tour guides speak fluent English.
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

All our tours are fully escorted tours with highly trained guides
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

Please refer to your travel agent who will be able to advise you on vaccination requirements for Kenya and Africa generally
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

Please refer to your travel agent or contact us so that we can advise
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

It is likely that three will be other international guests staying at the lodge. However, if your party consists of 4 persons, then you have the use of the game drive vehicles and guide, totally for your own party.
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

Entry visa into the country are not included in this package. Please refer to your travel agent who will be able to advise you on the visa entry requireme3nts
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

There is no luggage limit for this tour
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Should you require pre and post accommodation, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

All National Park fees and the entrance ees associated with your daily excursions are included in your holiday package
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

There is free WI-FI available as part of your holiday package at Ololo Safari Lodge
Do you require a visa for this holiday?

Entry into Kenya requires a visa - please refer to your travel agent
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

There's a minimum fitness level requirement for this tour
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

There are a variety of other local excursions that can be offered to you depending on your interest. The cost of excursions other than those included in this package are extras and can be quoted on request
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Our preferred hotel (subject to availability) is Palacina which is a 5 star establishment.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

One Horizon is a not-for-profit organisation and the funds earned from travellers fees go directly into the sustainable program that our guests see on their holiday with us. This includes the support for our women's Centers - which equips women with vocational and lifestyle skills and we then help them set up a small business to help support their families. I
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

Please refer to our Terms & Conditions which indicate how a booking and cancellation is managed. However where possible attempt to accommodate client requests for changes to bookings.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Apart from your One Horizon guide, One Horizon welcomes guests from all over the world.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

We are able to provide our documentation for our hygiene and health standards that we manage as a result of COVID which refers to cleanliness and cleaning or our facilities and vehicles and all staff are fully vaccinted.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

yes As the tours operate weekly, it is possible for our guests to join a tour whilst it is in progress
How long has the tour company been trading?

One Horizon has been operating for over 20 years.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Unfortunately at this stage we do not operate this option. We prefer to use hotels that do not operate with a single supplement and endeavour at all times to offer this. At the same time we keep our prices fixed for all year and we do not increase our rates in peak seasons - its the same rate all year round.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

You tour will be confirmed by One Horizon and you will have all our contact details which enable you to talk to us at any time as well as a BOOKING CONFIRMATION form which summarises all the details of trip details.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

We operate under the Sustainable and Responsible Tourism charter of the African Trade and Travel Association. Additionally, we have been accredited by the Kenyan Tourist Board as our tours have been inducted into their Signature Experience Collection. And we have the endorsement of the Nairobi County Government which awarded us certification for our work.

Reviews From Travellers On This Tour

Read all 6 reviews

Amolloy

Ms

10-Aug-2021

Best tour in Kenya This was the MOST IMPACTFUL thing I did on my whole tour of Africa. I loved meeting these amazing women and learning about the beautiful community of support they have built for one another. I got some amazing, meaningful souvenirs and such a warm, heartfelt welcome. I heard stories of hope and strength and learned how small acts of kindness could have such a ripple effect of positivity. My tour guide Solomon was so amazing, and I loved our conversations and all he taught me. I felt like I made great friends and would recommend this tour to anyone coming to Kenya! I went at the beginning of my trip, and it was a great introduction to the country.

USA

Trainon

Ms

18-Jun-2020

Top organisation merging high quality tours with life-changing charity work I honestly could write tons about these experiences, but I will keep it to this: being a development graduate, I know what good charity and bad charity looks like. Colin gets in there and asks what is needed in the community and then makes it happen. The program come from the community and the community thrives because of it. This is charity at its best. All the women but particularly the warm hospitality shown by the grandmothers and Carol and Solomon over a lunch we made together, hearing stories about Kenyan life, the struggles, was probably the single best tourism experience I ever had. Carol and Solomon answered every question I had and then some, and I felt so inspired by their hard work and dedication. Travelling for another two months across Africa this tour remained my number one experience and takeaway of what Africa is. I cannot recommend One Horizon highly enough.

USA

Antonia

Ms

12-Feb-2021

Paradise Ololo is a magical piece of paradise and cannot be recommended enough. The national park location is perfect for reconnecting with nature, the rooms are comfortable and gorgeous, the staff is extremely attentive, the food always delicious, and Craig and Joanna the most wonderful hosts.

United Arab Emirates

Njeri N

Ms

22-Jul-2021

The epitome of hospitality This weekend, I drove over to Ololo Lodge via the Tuala back route. Ololo is a quiet intimate lodge located on a working farm that brings to life the true meaning of 'from farm to fork.' It's quite an interesting setup really, that has everything from the biggest, sweet potatoes I’ve ever seen to organic herbs and vegetables, chicken, geese and a friendly cow named Rejoice. The beef fillet was tender and succulent, while the salads were out of this world! I was transported into tranquillity during an evening walk along the pedestrian bridge suspended over the Mbagathi River. I then watched the sun dip into the Ngong Hills from the Tower Room, aptly named for having 360 views of the national park. I waited until the Upper hill skyline came to life, twinkling away in colourful lights. Lazily, I sipped my afternoon tea while watching the buffalo, giraffe, eland, and zebra go by, while the hyrax played on the deck below my feet. I watched a Maasai herds boy shake his fist at a buffalo, sending it on its way. But I suppose what really stood out for me as most memorable was the warmth of the staff. The team comprising Richard, Stephen, Virginia, Joanna (the owner) and her son, epitomised hospitality. They go over and above to accommodate the wishes of all their guests. I'll remember this little hideaway for a long time to come.

Kenya

Josh R

Mr and Mrs

12-Jan-2021

My wife and I used Ololo as a quick pit stop after landing in Nairobi for our Honeymoon. It came very highly recommended by our travel guis (True Africa Safaris). It ended up being such a nice experience... we left wishing we were staying for several nights. The accommodation was fantastic. Walking into the room for the first time was a total blast. Very exciting way to start a honeymoon. The staff and owners of the lodge were all incredibly friendly welcomed us to Africa very warmly. They had even surprised us with a bottle of wine to celebrate the occasion. I would HIGHLY recommend arranging to stay at Ololo after landing in Nairobi (or perhaps just before departure). It's a fantastic alternative for those who wish to spend as little time in the city as possible.

USA

Egnaro

Ms

08-Jan-2020

Great Visit We stayed for a day prior to flying back home. We saw so much wildlife just driving through the park to the lodge which ticked so many boxes, only to arrive at the most stunning setting and incredibly comfortable surroundings. While we sat by the pool awaiting our delicious lunch, we spotted three lions across the small valley which was a real treat. We managed to include another drive through the park before dinner and took in yet more animal encounters including an up-close meet with a group of rhinos. Dinner prior to our departure was superb, the room was exquisitely decorated as well as being spotless. Everyone was so pleasant, we were sorry to leave. Thank you, Joanna and Craig, you have created something so special and your hospitality is amazing.

United Kingdom

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