In fact, Finch Hatton’s is named for the real-life hero immortalised by Isak Dinesen’s novel and film, a British aristocrat who played an instrumental part in the founding of the Serengeti National Park. Set in Tsavo West National Park, the award-winning safari camp is the perfect base for game viewing excursions and luxurious relaxation, and a fitting tribute to a larger-than-life adventurer.
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Finch Hattons Camp Kenya
The camp offers unparalleled luxury right in the heart of the bush. Spacious safari ‘tents’ complete with opulent furniture, free standing baths and period writing desks are built on raised platforms around a series of spring-fed natural pools, where hippos, crocs and terrapins can regularly be spotted.
Each has a wooden deck with views of the watering hole, sheltered by yellow-barked Acacia trees and equipped with comfortable chairs and daybeds. Each also has a private outdoor shower, complete with breathtaking views of the savannah, and beyond to the snow-capped Kilimanjaro peaks. Teas and meals are served in style in the main club house, amid chandeliers and fine linens, and game drives are offered three times daily. Finch Hatton himself would have felt at home.
Accommodation
Finch Hatton Lodge consists of 17 luxury tented guest suites. All the suites are designed with elevated decks which have an unobstructed view of the hippo pools which can also be viewed when one is in the room. The suites have indoor and outdoor showers, double washbasins, flush toilet and bath.
The family suites have 2 rooms, each with a communal lounge and are ideal for families or friends travelling together.
The presidential suite is spacious and has its own plunge pool, which has a heating option and includes a kitchen and a butler room. A private chef is also available for in-suite catering, at no additional cost.
Activities
Game drives – morning, mid morning and afternoon game drives in a customized, open sided x4 safari vehicles with a professional driver guides.
Night game drives
Guided bush walks, escorted by your guide who tells you about the flora and fauna found in the area
Bush breakfast, lunches and dinners
Sundowners -After an evening game drive, watch the African sunset whilst the wildlife life around you starts settling down for the night. An unforgettable experience
Bird watching – A haven for birdwatchers with over 500 recorded species
Cultural visits to the Masai Village – An opportunity to see how the noble Masai live in their manyattas and how a typical day is spent
Children’s activities -Children have their own entertainment room equipped with board and video games, DVD player with wildlife movies