Lake Elementaita Serena Camp is small, exclusive and up-market. It is evocatively styled to echo Soysambu’s rich history. Also, the camp combines the magnificent accessories of a bygone era with unadulterated luxury. It offers an enticing range of activities. The camp is idyllically set among golden-barked acacias with breathtaking views across the sapphire-blue lake to a backdrop of ancient volcanoes. The camp is an easy 2-hour drive from Nairobi. It is just a short distance from the flamingo-filled Lake Nakuru.
Accommodation
The safari tents are airy and environmentally friendly. They offer British Colonial décor, plush bedding with mosquito nets, bathrooms with double vanities and hot water, a large private veranda and free Wi-Fi. The stunning Flamingo Suite is tailor-made for honeymooning couples. It offers a separate bedroom, a lounge with a television and a jacuzzi with breath-taking lake views. Sample the bounty of the area in our peaceful dining room. Or plan an unforgettable meal in the bush, and dine amidst the conservancy’s 450 bird species and 15,000 wild animals. Embark on a captivating game ride or relax at the poolside. You can even spoil yourself with a spa treatment or participate in one of the many activities offered within the camp. And consider hosting your next event here; from brilliant group events to magnificent weddings and honeymoons, our camp sets the stage for memorable occasions.
Private safari tent
The extraordinarily refined tented accommodation at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp provides an upscale retreat within the unspoilt magnificence of Kenya’s Soysambu Conservancy. Make yourself at home in your spacious, impeccably appointed tent, which offers charming décor and either one king or two twin beds, as well as a small sitting area and a bathroom with 24-hour hot showers and double vanities. Exceedingly comfortable four-poster beds boast deluxe linens and mosquito netting; a well-lit work desk and chair is a cosy spot in which to pen postcards to loved ones. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi in your tent and throughout the camp to stay connected during your visit, or step out onto your private balcony to savour the striking lake views. Room service is available for your convenience as well.
Deluxe twin tents
Our Deluxe Twin tents feature two twin beds, as well as a balcony with lovely lake views. Amenities in the tent include free Wi-Fi, a coffee/tea making station and a bathroom with double vanities and a his-and-hers shower.
Dining room
Our beautiful central dining room and lounge offers buffet-style and a la carte fare for breakfast; choose among a wide range of options, including pastries, yoghurt and our popular Eggs Benedict and Eggs Florentine. Lunch consists of appetising dishes such as rack of lamb served with mint sauce; vegetarian platters are available as well. We also serve a Swahili breakfast and a curry lunch every Sunday. Get a chance to enjoy local Swahili and Kenyan dishes such Mahamri, Mbaazi in Coconut, Kaimati, Madafu and so much more. Join us for dinner, where the restaurant features a table d’hôte menu with salad, a soup, an entrée, a pudding, cheese and biscuits and fine Kenyan tea or coffee. Complement your meal with a glass of wine or fruit juice.
Sundowners at the cliff
Participate in the long-standing tradition of enjoying a drink whilst watching the sun go down after a remarkable day on safari. Sip a drink as you take in panoramic sunset views.
Weddings
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp invites you to celebrate your love in an atmosphere that is as romantic as it is intimate. Ideal for weddings and honeymoons, our camp offers an enchanting combination of stately Colonial elegance and a sense of warmth and cordiality that is distinctly Kenyan. Select one of several scenic venues in which to exchange your vows – from the lakeshore and the bush to our lawn space and the terrace surrounding our shimmering pool. Delight your guests with a delicious banquet, and allow our dedicated staff to manage every aspect of your event, so that you can cherish your very special day. Stretch out in the splendid Flamingo suite. Linger over breakfast in bed. Take part in thrilling game rides and bird watching tours. Indulge in a treatment at our spa or simply lounge by the pool. The possibilities are endless.
