Kenya – Update on Heavy Rains
Maasai Mara – Heavy rains causing the Talek River to overflow thereby causing delays in the crossing
of vehicles in and out of the park from time to time.
Amboseli – Some of the roads have been closed but game drives can still be done through some parts of the park.
Garissa – Currently inaccessible by road.
The state of rest of the regions remains as communicated earlier.
Flights: International and Internal flights continue to operate as
usual except for a few disruptions depending on the weather and the state of the airstrips.
Ethiopian Launches New Service To Central Europe
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest network operating carrier, will launch
a new four-times-weekly passenger service to Warsaw via Athens, starting June 16,
expanding the airline’s European destinations to 24. Flight ET 764 will depart from
Addis Ababa on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Return flight ET 765 will
depart from Warsaw on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Global Hotel Brand Debuts In East Africa
Kwetu Nairobi, Curio Collection by Hilton, opened in Nairobi at the end of March,
marking the debut of the Curio Collection by Hilton brand in East Africa and Hilton’s latest opening
in the Kenyan capital. The hotel is on the edge of the Karura Forest. The forest’s attractions include
a 50km nature trail for walking, running, and biking, a 12m-high waterfall, a series of caves, archaeological sites,
and various animal species. The hotel has 102 guest rooms and suites many of which have balconies and terraces with
views of the forested landscape.
Introducing Lemala Osonjoi Lodge Opening 2025
Lemala Camps and Lodges, the renowned owner and operator of authentic safari accommodations in Tanzania and Uganda, is delighted to unveil its latest addition, Lemala Osonjoi Lodge opening 2025. A stunning lodge on the edge of the iconic Ngorongoro Crater, this new tranquil retreat offers guests an immersive experience, showcasing nature’s beauty from design-driven accommodations grounded by sophistication with a sense of place.
Introducing Luxury 100% Solar-Powered Villas In Zanzibar
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa is proud to announce the inauguration of its groundbreaking Garden Villas, a pioneering project on the beautiful island of Zanzibar. As the first luxury accommodations in the region to be fully solar-powered, these villas set a new standard for sustainable luxury. Featuring five exquisite new villas, each equipped with high-end amenities such as air conditioning, private hot tubs or pools, the Garden Villas are entirely off the grid, boasting 0 net carbon emissions without compromising on comfort or luxury.
Blue Bay Beach Resort – News
All rooms will be renovated by 1/11/2024 and will be called: Deluxe Garden View Room and Deluxe Ocean View Room. There will be 3 new theme restaurants (with reservation): Indian, Italian and Wok. This brings the total to 1 main buffet restaurant and 3 theme restaurants within the all inclusive. Bluebay guests have also access to the restaurant facilities of Sultan Sands Island Resort & Spa (not vice versa)
Meet Baby Rhinos
Guests of Solio Lodge now have the opportunity to visit Solio Rhino Orphanage. Run by Solio Ranch, the newly opened orphanage rescues and rehabilitates orphaned rhinos found on Solio Conservancy, with the aim of releasing them back into the wild. Visitors can feed, play and walk with the rhinos for a donation to the Ranch which goes to covering feeding costs.
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa – Offers
Honeymoon couples enjoy a bottle of wine, a local gift and floral arrangement in room upon arrival, a one-hour massage per person. Valid within 1 year of wedding or PACS. Proof of wedding is requested at booking. Minimum stay: 4 nights. Cumulative with long stay discount.
Last Minute Special – 35% off stays 20th May to 15th June.
Terms & Conditions apply.
The Safari Collection – Offer
Enjoy 35% off on Solo Safari to Giraffe Manor, Sasaab and Solio Lodge. Encounter epic wildlife, indulge in spa treatments and explore the wild by vehicle, foot, bike, horse or even helicopter! Combine with their Combo Discounts to stay longer and save up to 40% off for ten nights or more. Discounts apply for 4 and 7-night stays too. This offer is valid for travel between 06 January to 31 May 2024 and 01 November to 15 December 2024 inclusive. Terms & Conditions apply.