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The growing business hub and up-and-coming district of Upper Hill is home to the chic Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill. Officially opened in 2015, the hotel is ideally located for both leisure and business travellers. Surrounded by enterprise and a 9-hole golf course, this slightly elevated area is sought after by local investors and visitors alike, with a key plus being its distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Dining is a delight at the Chop House Restaurant, with cuisine inspired from Asia, as well as Mediterranean and local Kenyan favourites on the menu. There is a Spa and two swimming pools.
Exploring Nairobi National Park (NNP), which is approximately 6.3 miles from your hotel, is a fantastic way to experience wildlife close to the city.
The Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill is located on Elgon Road, in Nairobi’s business and up-and-coming district of Upper Hill. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
There are 271 rooms on offer at the Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill, ranging from Superior rooms to Premium and Executive rooms. Premium Rooms offer views over the Nairobi National Park while the Executive Rooms offer a separate lounge area as well as those magnificent wilderness views. The magnificent Presidential Suite is over 1000ft with a lovely lounge area, while the family suite is perfect for those travelling as a family unit.
A highlight located around four miles from the hotel is the wonderful Karura Forest. This urban forest is remarkable, offering a beautiful, peaceful space to wander through flora and fauna close to the city of Nairobi.
There are hiking and trekking options available nearby, and a chance to visit invigorating sites such as the Ragia Forest, with waterfalls and lush, green landscape being a wonderful sight. The Nairobi National Park is right on your doorstep. For those seeking art and culture, you can pay a visit to the Nairobi Gallery, which is located one mile from the hotel.
Located in the heart of the city center, Best Western Plus Meridian has modern design rooms equipped with all the amenities and facilities to cater for your special needs.
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The Four Points by Sheraton Hotel Nairobi Airport offer guests travelling for both business and leisure a space to unwind before flight connections, or the ability to explore the city of Nairobi located approximately 10 miles from the hotel. The design is contemporary, offering inviting amenities such as a rooftop heated swimming pool, a fully-equipped fitness room and the Olakira Luxe Spa.
Guests can choose to dine in a variety of restaurants such as the Tazama Rooftop Bar and Grill. The all-day dining Marketplace offers international cuisine and a 24-hr menu, so even the very late or super early arrivals are considered. The 172 rooms offer a comfortable stay with a spacious layout and are equipped with modern amenities. The hotel also offers a complimentary 24-hr airport shuttle.
The Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport Hotel offers a comfortable and stylish stay, located just over two miles from Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. A key feature is the rooftop swimming pool, open year-round and offers commanding views over suburbs and afar. It holds the title of Kenya’s first Hilton Garden Inn hotel, opened in 2018 and comprises 175 rooms.
The restaurant offers continental, full and halal breakfast daily, or a bite on the run for those dashing for their flights. There is an on-site gym which is open 24-hours a day and the hotel can arrange a complimentary airport shuttle for guests requiring this service.
On a calm street in Nairobi’s leading financial district is Crowne Plaza Nairobi, a five-star contemporary business hotel situated in the heart of Upperhill – a prime location that boasts of new-age architectural innovations.
Crowne Plaza Nairobi is defined by its modern design, advanced accommodation and conferencing facilities and exceptional radiant services all tempered with a vibrant mix of art and colour.
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Eka Hotel is a modern, four-star hotel located near Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The hotel offers a comfortable stay for all visitors looking to relax in a hotel close to the airport, or for the convenience of early flights and short connections. The 167 rooms are neatly appointed and a central, inviting swimming pool offers a welcome reprieve from the hot, African sun.
Guests can enjoy a light snack or delicious coffee in the Galaxy Cafe or enjoy a la carte dining in the chic Galaxy Restaurant. Enjoying burgers and ribs at the International Spur restaurant is also an option. The airport offers a 24-hr shuttle service from the hotel at a nominal cost.
Translated to mean “Place of Tranquility”, the Ole Sereni is the perfect hotel for guests seeking a luxury stay when visiting Nairobi and surrounding regions. Originally used by the US Embassy, this beautiful, luxury five-star hotel overlooks the Nairobi National Park. Offering views across the wildlife wonder and a peaceful setting within a short driving distance of Nairobi.
The public areas are grand, with opulent lighting and stylish carpeting, and the reception warm and inviting. The 148 rooms are spacious and offer views over the city or Nairobi National Park, with the highest quality and intricate attention to detail visible throughout the rooms. Dining options range from classic-style restaurants such as the Acacia Restaurant or Karibu Cafe, to the chic Sky Lounge set up on the rooftop.
Five-star luxury awaits guests at the Panari Hotel in Nairobi. The early 20th century-built property is impressive from the outside and offers a classic and elegant feel on the inside. The hotel is located approximately four miles from Nairobi’s city center and a ten-minute drive from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, ideal for a one or two night stay.
Accommodation is plush with bold colours and spacious sitting areas and public areas are smart and vibrant. Guests have a choice when it comes to dining with the options such as the fine dining of Red Garnet, the Black Gold Cafe offering light meals and the Amber Coffee Shop for some delectable sweet treats. Three bars offer a varied ambiance to enjoy a drink, from the fancy Ruby VIP Lounge to the chilled Crystal Bar to the vibey Shooters & Dips Night Club.
The Panari Ice Rink is a one-of-a-kind amenity or guests can choose to relax at the Dolphin Spa. Conferences and events are popular at the Panari Hotel, Nairobi with a selection of meeting rooms and an award-winning ballroom.
Whether staying for a night or spending a couple of days, the Panari Hotel is an excellent choice when looking for a luxury Nairobi hotel.
The growing business hub and up-and-coming district of Upper Hill is home to the chic Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill. Officially opened in 2015, the hotel is ideally located for both leisure and business travellers. Surrounded by enterprise and a 9-hole golf course, this slightly elevated area is sought after by local investors and visitors alike, with a key plus being its distance from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Dining is a delight at the Chop House Restaurant, with cuisine inspired from Asia, as well as Mediterranean and local Kenyan favourites on the menu. There is a Spa and two swimming pools.
The Fairview Hotel in Nairobi is a hotel built in classic 1931 architecture, Georgian in style, and offers the feeling of being out in the country. Located only five minutes from Nairobi’s center and 11 miles from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the hotel is the ideal place to unwind after an international flight or before and after an incredible Kenyan safari.
The gardens are beautiful, wonderful to walk around after a busy day of exploring Nairobi. Shaded spots to sit plus rock ponds, green lawns and tall trees. The restaurant and bar invite you to sit back and enjoy Fairview Hotel hospitality, while chilling next to the pool is a wonderful way to end your day.
Sarova Panafric boasts of a rich history. When the quest for Africa’s independence raged in the 1960’s, the hotel hosted many of continent’s nationalists under the umbrella of Pan Africanism, hence the eventual name, Panafric.
The Flame Tree, offers a wide range of local and international cuisine. It is an intimate, quiet location that is perfect for business lunches, meeting with friends, having a few drinks or simply taking some time out to think and ponder the world.
Today, Sarova Panafric represents the best of Neo-Africa: All the comforts of the modern world but with a rich African tradition and style.
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The best times to visit Tanzania are December through March or June through October during the dry seasons, when the game viewing is at its best. The rains usually last from April to May then occur again in November when there are fewer tourists and vegetation flourishes. During February, wildebeest are calving, giving you a front row seat to the baby's first moments in the savannah.
A mid-range safari with lodging runs $350 to $400 per person, per day while a high end luxury safari with all the trimmings ranges from $600 to about $1000 per person, per day. Read more about safari costs for Tanzania.
Both countries are reputed for outstanding game viewing. Tanzania’s jaw-dropping Mount Kilimanjaro, sweeping coffee plantations and the exotic island of Zanzibar make it unique from its northern neighbor, while Kenya's lush green landscapes make it a bit less tropical, climate-wise. The two countries are frequently combined into a single journey, given their proximity to each other and the fact that they are both locations for the must-see Great Migration. Read more about whether Kenya or Tanzania is better for a safari.
The Great Migration is a wildlife spectacle, sometimes called The Greatest Show on Earth by safari enthusiasts, during which hundreds of wildebeest and other mammals head towards greener grazing pastures during East Africa's dry season. It is heavily dependent on the weather, specifically the rain which brings new vegetation upon which the wildebeest feed. Generally-speaking, herds are in the Serengeti from November to May. In May, as the grass dries up, herds begin the 500-mile migration north and by June they are in the greener plains of Kenya’s Maasai Mara. They usually stay here until October. From January on, they alternate between woodlands and plains, depending on the weather. In anticipation of the short rains—and the greener grasslands that come with it—the herds begin their trek down to the Serengeti. In November and December, they arrive to a flourishing green landscape where they stay until the cycle begins again.
The best time to go gorilla trekking in Uganda is during the dry season (December– February and June - August) when conditions are especially good for trekking to view mountain gorillas. Game drives in the national parks are also fruitful during this time.
Wear neutral colored, lightweight clothing on your Uganda safari. Dress in layers and bring a warm sweater for morning and nighttime game drives. For gorilla trekking, bring a waterproof rain jacket, hiking boots, long socks, hiking pants, bug repellant, and a daypack. A sunhat and gardening gloves are also a good idea; the jungle is dense and thick.
Natural World Kenya Safaris offers Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Uganda with basic accommodations starting at $96 per person, per day, plus the Uganda gorilla trekking permit which costs $700 per person per day (the permits are required, and those fees are non-negotiable.) Costs increase from there.
Natural World Safaris can provide basic, mid-range, and luxury trekking safaris and is eager to work with almost any budget.
Suggested tips range from $10 to $20 per person per day for a private guide and the same amount for your driver if that is a different person than your guide.
If you are on a guided safari or gorilla trek in Uganda, your chances of encountering problems are minimal. However, it is always a good idea to take precautions on your safari, particularly when traveling through urban areas or in regions close to the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The trek to spot gorillas can be strenuous. It could take anywhere from two to eight hours to find and observe the gorillas, depending on the time of year. Be prepared to hike for multiple hours through uneven terrain at high altitude. It is advisable to train before any gorilla trekking trip by walking uphill, or better yet, by taking day hikes.
When it comes to wildlife viewing, there are never any guarantees. There are no fences in the parks in Uganda and the gorillas are free to roam. However, our expert guides and gorilla trackers have years of experience taking guests to see these magnificent creatures. They know their favorite spots to congregate and work closely with park officials each day to provide the best possible chance of seeing gorillas in the wild.
Most mountain gorillas in Uganda live at between 4,900 to 7,500 feet. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the country’s mountain gorillas, has a high point of 8,550ft.
The best time to go on a gorilla trek in Rwanda is during the dry season (June - September) when conditions are best for trekking to view the country’s highlight: the fascinating mountain gorillas.
Wear neutral colored, lightweight clothing on your Rwanda gorilla trek. Dress in layers and don’t forget a sweater for chilly morning and nighttime game drives. For gorilla trekking, bring a waterproof rain jacket, broken-in hiking boots, long socks, hiking pants, bug repellant, and a daypack. A sun visor and protective gloves – such as gardening gloves - are also useful.
Natural World Kenya Safaris offers Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Rwanda with basic accommodations starting at $720 per person, per day, plus the Rwanda gorilla trekking permit which costs $1,500 per person per day (the permits are required, and those fees are non-negotiable.) Costs increase from there.
Natural World Safaris can provide basic, mid-range, and luxury trekking safaris and is eager to work with almost any budget.
Suggested tips for your guide are $25 per person, per day for a private guide and the same amount for your driver if that is a different person than your guide.
Rwanda is one of the safest countries in Africa, particularly if you are on a guided safari or gorilla trek. Your chances of encountering problems are minimal. However, it is always a good idea to take precautions on your safari, particularly when traveling through urban areas. Cross-border travel into the Democratic Republic of the Congo or Burundi is not safe, however, so steer clear of this.
The trek to spot gorillas can be strenuous. It could take anywhere from two to eight hours to find and observe the gorillas, depending on the time of year. Be prepared to hike for multiple hours through uneven terrain at high altitude. It is advisable to train before any gorilla trekking trip by walking uphill, or better yet, by taking day hikes.
When it comes to wildlife viewing, there are never any guarantees. There are no fences in the parks in Rwanda and the gorillas are free to roam. However, our expert guides and gorilla trackers have years of experience taking guests to see these magnificent creatures. They know their favorite spots to congregate and work closely with park officials each day to provide the best possible chance of seeing gorillas in the wild.
Most mountain gorillas in Rwanda live at between 8,000 to 13,000 feet. Volcanoes National Park has a high point of 15,000ft.
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