Kilaguni Serena Suites

The five exclusive Kilaguni Suites are located in a dedicated suites building within Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, offering panoramic views of the waterhole and Chyulu Hills. These suites provide guests with the ultimate blend of privacy, space, and luxury — ideal for honeymooners, families, or travelers seeking a more refined safari experience.

How to Get There

Kilaguni Serena Suites are located inside Tsavo West National Park, within Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, just a 30-minute drive from Mtito Andei Gate. Set in the heart of the park, the suites offer easy access to the central Nairobi–Mombasa Highway and are well-connected via road, rail, and air.

By Road:

✓ From Mombasa: 4 hours (240 km) via Nairobi–Mombasa Highway
✓ From Nairobi: 5 hours (270 km) via Mombasa Highway to Mtito Andei Gate, then 30–40 minutes to the lodge

By Air:

✓ Transfers from Kilaguni Airstrip take only 5–10 minutes
✓ Both chartered and scheduled flight services use the airstrip

By Rail:

✓ SGR (Madaraka Express) passengers can disembark at Mtito Andei Station
✓ Transfers to the lodge (20 km to the lodge) are available on request

Accommodation

Each suite features a master bedroom with a king-size bed, a luxury en-suite bathroom with both a bathtub and a walk-in shower, and a spacious sitting room that opens onto a private balcony or terrace. A second twin-bedded room is included in select suites, making them perfect for families or small groups.

Guests are welcomed with green tea, a fruit basket, and traditional Afghan sweets on arrival. A dedicated room steward, in-room catering/bar service, and personalized comforts create a truly elevated safari stay.

In-Suite Amenities

✓ Private entrance
✓ 24-hour room service
✓ Coffee/tea making station
✓ Mini-bar stocked to preference
✓ Interior and exterior dining table
✓ Complimentary wireless internet
✓ Master bedroom with a king-size bed
✓ Prayer mat, turndown service, and vanity area
✓ Second bedroom with twin beds (select suites)
✓ Flat-screen TV with satellite channels and video
✓ Sitting room with glass doors to a private terrace
✓ Dedicated room steward and in-room bar/catering
✓ En-suite bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower

Dining & Cuisine

The central dining room and open-air rock-built bar are perched above the waterhole and offer majestic views of the Chyulu Hills. The culinary experience fuses local Kenyan flavor with international inspirations, using fresh ingredients sourced from nearby communities.

Meal Highlights:

✓ Full English breakfast (complimentary) and European options
✓ Buffet-style lunch with diverse dishes
✓ Table d’hôte dinners with multi-course options
✓ Theme Nights: BBQ, Mongolian stir-fry, Kenyan favourites like Nyama Choma, Sukuma, and Posho

Special Dining Experiences:

✓ Sundowner Cocktails: Served on Lion Rock with full bar service
✓ Breakfast on Lion Rock: Enjoy a sunrise meal on a historic lion haunt
✓ Bush Dinner: Lantern-lit meal with Maasai or Akamba cultural performance

Activities & Experiences

Kilaguni Serena offers access to Tsavo West’s rugged beauty and wildlife diversity. Whether on a drive, a walk, or enjoying the view from your balcony, adventure is always close.

Game Drives:

✓ Morning, afternoon, and evening game drives
✓ Over 600 bird species, including kingfishers and hornbills
✓ View elephants, lions, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes, and more
✓ Visit Mzima Springs, Roaring Rocks, and the Shetani Lava Flow

Signature Excursions:

✓ Roaring Rocks: Elevated viewpoint with a history of rhino protection
✓ Mzima Springs: Underwater viewing tank to see hippos and crocodiles in a lush oasis
✓ Shetani Lava Flow & Caves: Explore eerie volcanic terrain named after the Swahili word for “devil”

Facilities

✓ Garden swimming pool and sundeck
✓ Central dining and bar with waterhole views
✓ Gift shop and business centre
✓ Free Wi-Fi throughout the lodge
✓ 24-hour on-call medical services
✓ Dedicated conference centre

Conference Facilities

Chyulu Hall

✓ Size: 644 m²
✓ Theatre: 120 | Banquet: 70 | U-Shape: 50 | Boardroom: 40

Mzima Room

✓ Size: 246.4 m²
✓ Theatre: 40 | Banquet: 20 | U-Shape: 20 | Boardroom: 16

Ideal for corporate retreats, seminars, and exclusive events.

What’s Included

✓ Full board meals
✓ Bottled water in rooms
✓ Use of all lodge facilities
✓ Daily housekeeping and laundry
✓ Accommodation in selected category
✓ Evening entertainment on select nights

Not Included

✓ Spa or massage services
✓ Tsavo West Park entry fees
✓ Personal expenses and tips
✓ Transport to/from the lodge
✓ Alcoholic and premium beverages
✓ Game drives (unless part of a package)

Wildlife & What to Expect

✓ Elephants in large herds
✓ Lions are often heard at night
✓ Hippos and crocodiles at Mzima Springs
✓ Zebras, giraffes, buffalo, hartebeest
✓ Cheetahs, leopards, hyenas (on lucky drives)
✓ Abundant birdlife, including eagles and weavers

Family & Group Friendly

✓ Interconnecting family rooms
✓ Children’s menus and flexible dining
✓ Board games & entertainment
✓ Safe swimming pool and garden areas

Why Choose Kilaguni Serena Safari Suites?

✓ Historic — first lodge in a Kenyan national park
✓ Unparalleled wildlife viewing from the lodge itself
✓ Ideal base to explore Tsavo West’s major attractions
✓ Serena Hotels’ renowned service and eco-conscious values
✓ Welcoming to families, couples, small groups, and photographers

Non-Residents Accommodation Rates Per Night Include;

Full Board Accommodation

Notes

* Request for discounted resident rates
* Extra Meals 40 US Dollars per person
* Picnic Lunch 35 US Dollars per person
* Half Board reduction of 15 US Dollars per person
* Children ages 3 to 12 years are charged 50% of the per person, adult twin rate
* Young adults 13 to 17 years are charged 75% of the per person, the adult twin rate
* Children in their own room are charged 75% of the per-person adult twin rate. Minimum 2 children in a room
* Park fees are not included in the rates (payable at the gate if arriving on the road and at the lodge if arriving by air 
* Children under 2.99 years sharing a room with an adult will be accommodated complimentary (maximum two) whilst sharing a room with one or two adults

Extra Activities at an Extra Cost

* Lunch only (Per person) – 40 US Dollars
* Rock Breakfast with “Bubbly” – 45 US Dollars
* Nature/Bird walk (Per person) – 40 US Dollars
* Bubbly Sundowner at ‘Lions Rock’ – 55 US Dollars
* Visit to Mzima Springs (Per person) – 40 US Dollars
* Bush Barbeque Dinner (Exclusive beverage) – 50 US Dollars
* Bush Barbeque Dinner (Inclusive beverage) – 70 US Dollars
* Traditional Dancers (Per group performance) – 280 US Dollars

Game Drive & Transfers

* Day game drive (Per person, Seat basis) – 120 US Dollars
* Night game drive (Per person, Seat basis) – 140 US Dollars
* Finch Hattons Airstrip transfer (Per person each way) – 100 US Dollars
* Mtito Andei Train Station transfer (Per person each way) – 70 US Dollars
* Finch Hattons Airstrip transfer (Per vehicle each way) – 150 US Dollars
* Mtito Andei Train Station transfer (Per vehicle each way) – 140 US Dollars

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