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At the southern end of this 1,510 sq. kms paradise and right in the path
of the annual migration of wildebeest and zebra, lies Keekorok lodge.
There's always plenty of activity around the waterhole but during the
migration, the lodge is enveloped by the swarming mass of animals. One
need hardly venture from the ground to game view. From the verandah and
from Kiboko Bar at the end of the raised 300 m. walkway, there is plenty
to see. One unfortunate zebra met its end right in front of the dining
room, providing supper for a pride of hungry lions and 'live' entertainment
for enthralled lodge visitors.
Accommodation at Keekorok is in bungalows, single storey blocks and in
comfortable shaded chalets. The liberal use of cedar wood, pink and grey
Sand River stone and other indigenous building materials offset the green
lawns and colourful bougainvillea.
For those wishing to fly into Keekorok, an excellent light aircraft
service operates between Nairobi, Mombasa and Keekorok. Early morning
and evening game drives can be arranged at the lodge. Of course there
is no better way to see the animals and countryside than to drift over
the plains in a hot air balloon at dawn, culminating in that famous
champagne-style breakfast.
After a day in the fresh air, the excitement of game spotting and
a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, the ritual of sundowners by
the roaring log fire in the lounge, heralds an evening full of
traditional Maasai dancing, cultural and wildlife lectures and
videos and yet another of those remarkable Keekorok dinners. And
long after you and the game have gone to bed, our staff are busy
preparing to greet you at sunrise with the traditional and incomparable
'block' smile..
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