all you need to know

A world away, in the shadows of Mt. Kilimanjaro

Fast Facts.

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Whereabouts.

We are located on a private conservancy of 3,000 acres, just five minutes from Kimana Gate, the eastern entrance to Amboseli National Park, at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m) – the worlds’ largest free-standing mountain. Staying at Tawi, you get the best of both worlds, a private conservancy and swift access to the one of Kenya’s most unique national parks.

Cottages.

There are 13 individual guest cottages set on either side of the main lodge building; all cottages have a spectacular view of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Tawi can accommodate up to 30 guests. All ensuite, each has a large lockable wooden chest for safekeeping of valuables, spacious hanging cupboards and a fire place. Cottage 7 is suitable for wheelchair access.

Dining.

All meals are served at the main lodge dining room or in the garden. At sunrise, trays of hot tea and coffee are brought to your cottages, a perfect wake-up call before your game drive! Enjoy the wilderness with a picnic breakfast or lunch which are also available, with prior notice. Our creative chef can cater for special dietary requirements, with advance notice.

At the Lodge.

Swimming pool with sunbeds on wooden decks overlooking the waterhole. A large main lounge with a fire place and bar. A small upper deck lounge. Lovely gift shop. A fantastic spa, offering massages, pedicures, manicures and reflexology. An outdoor ‘hot tub’. Outside central fireplace and bar overlooking the waterhole.

New Suite

The expansive and elegantly designed suite at Tawi Lodge is now open for reservations! Boasting spacious accommodations with a private lounge and dining area, this suite is perfect for families or friends traveling together. Enjoy the freedom of private time with the added convenience of a personal kitchen. For guests with specific dietary needs, our Kosher chef is at your service.

The suite features one double and one twin room, separated by a central dining and lounge area. Each room has its own entrance and private verandah, complete with a plunge pool. When booking the entire suite, connecting doors unlock, granting access to the entire space, including a third entrance to the main area with breathtaking views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.


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What to Pack.

Lodge Comforts.

Being cooler in the morning & evenings hours, so bring along a warm jacket. Lightweight, loose fitting clothing for hot late mornings & early afternoons. A swimming costume. Insect repellant & personal medication. A sturdy pair of comfortable walking shoes. A hat, suncream, sunglasses. A pair of binoculars. Camera (Spare camera batteries and memory cards, charging cable & adaptor to charge from 3-pin square power  socket). Bring along dust covers or bags for your camera & binoculars. Full set of adaptors & cables to charge personal appliances from a 3-pin square power socket.

24 Hour Power (240v), supplied predominantly by solar power & backed up by generators. Phones, computers & cameras can be charged at any time. CPAP machines can be used at night & hairdryers can be used at certain times of day. Free Wifi is provided in the main lounge area. Hot water in the cottages is solar heated & backed up by briquette burning water heating boosters. Sufficient power to operate a reverse osmosis & filtration system in order to be able to supply clean, safe drinking water for all guests. Solar powered electric fence which surrounds the the lodge compound.

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