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Mount Kenya holiday accommodation

country:Kenya
location:Mount Kenya 
price:From £10 per person per night (sleeps 15)
 
description
 The farm is set in cultivated countryside at 7100ft and 2km south of the equator. This elevated position provides an unusual micro-climate that is highly agreeable. By day the sun is hot, but because of the elevation the air is cool and there is often a light breeze. At night the temperature drops and it is time to light the living room fire, though it never becomes disagreeably cold.

During the rainy season this constant bliss is interrupted by heavy and dramatic thunderstorms and this can be one of the most interesting times to visit. The closest town is Nanyuki – a pleasant market and trading community 3km north.

Our farm is a perfect base for climbing Mount Kenya and we can arrange a guide and porters for you. It is also very well positioned for exploring Mount Kenya National Forest. The Aberdare and Samburu Natioanl Parks and Lake Berengo - probably one of the finest bird-watching venues in the world are all within exploring distance.  It is also good country for fly fishing and excellent for mountain biking. We will be happy to advise and assist you in arranging any or all of these activities. 
special things to do and see here

  • Mountain climbing/trekking/mountain biking/country walking
  • Safari/bird watching
  • Fly fishing
  • Local cultural activities
  • Relaxing in a very healthy environment
  • Cooking local dishes
    • rooms, food and facilities
    In house:
  • Full hot and cold water (with reservoir).
  • Electricity from solar and wind power (back-up fuel generator).
  • All required cooking and eating utensils.
  • Bed linen.
  • Soap and towels.
  • Bicycles.
  • Vegetables from garden.

    Locally:
  • Small shop 1 km pleasant walk.
  • Local Bar also at walking distance that sells cold beer, sausage and chips, Nyama Choma etc.
  • Swimming pool at "Sportsman's Arms" in Nanyuki.
  • Fresh trout from local trout farm and cheeses from local creamery.

    Family friendly:
    The situation is good for a family. The elevation means that the air is clean and healthy. The site is appropriate and safe for outside play, and there are local children of all ages who will be eager to engage socially with the children of visitors

    Baby friendly:
    The master bedroom has an internal staircase within to an elevated room in which is part of but separated from the master bedroom. This was designed with a baby or young child in mind. There are family members available to babysit.

    Disabled access:
    All but one bedroom are on the ground floor. The shower and toilet are designed large and could accommodate a disabled person.
    how to find us
    By air: Nairobi – Jomo Kenyatta International. Flights direct from London and European destinations. Connections from Australia, NZ and the USA. There is also a local airstrip at Nanyuki just 2km from the farm (fare - $60 from Nairobi)
    By road: The farm is 2.5 hours from Nairobi by road.
    • how this holiday makes a difference
    As well as providing employment and retail opportunities in a poor rural area the farm requires guests to sign up to two aims/stipulations:

  • Fostering the important relationship between local people and visiting tourists
  • Respecting the cautious use of resources and the fragility of The Mount Kenya Forest and its flora and fauna

    These aims are met by visitors responding to the traditional Kenyan (Kikuyu) welcome and entering into dialogue and some activity with local people. In addition, you will be staying in a totally self sufficient environment. The electricity at the house - even the hot water - is sourced from wind and sun power on site. We have established both a wind generator, solar panels and a solar hot water system. If you try to take a bath and cook atb the same time you may run out of ice for your gin and tonic, but we feel sure that you won't fail to be awe inspired as we have been by the power of the sun and wind!

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