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Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp

–Excellent location – show map
+48 photos
Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

10

Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp is located in Elmenteita, 25 mi from Naivasha. Nakuru is 15 mi from the property. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. The accommodations has a seating area. There is a private bathroom with slippers and a hairdryer in each unit. Towels are provided. Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp also includes an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding and cycling.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Kosher, American, Buffet

Availability

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Sustainability

This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.
Ecotourism Kenya - Natural & Protected Areas
Ecotourism Kenya - Natural & Protected Areas

Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Lilian
Kenya Kenya
“The staff were excellent, right from the reception to the dining rooms. Dennis, Patrick, Simon (housekeeping) and Dorothy were amazing. The meals were also good.”
Sonia
India India
“The staff, courtesy of, the chefs went out of the way to prepare my special meal request , Thankyou so much . will definitely recommend”
Sola
Kenya Kenya
“Amazing location away from the bustle of Nairobi. The staff were very courteous and attentive, going above and beyond to satisfy our needs. The Chef was flexible and ensured we enjoyed our meals. Had an amazing time with Family.”
Nathan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I have stayed her twice now and, on each occasion, it has been genuinely nice. The food is lovely, and the staff are amazing. The conservancy in which it is located is incredibly beautiful, although sometimes it is hit and miss for the...”
Barbara
Kenya Kenya
“The location is amazing a d so are the facilities and staff”
Anett
Germany Germany
“Zuvorkommendes und umsichtiges Personal, ruhige und entspannende Lage, schöne Atmosphäre”
Marianne
Kenya Kenya
“Heerlijke dagen gehad op een prachtige locatie. Super aardig en vriendelijk personeel. Een aanrader.”
Kalman
Hungary Hungary
“Az étkezés jó volt, a környék szép, kellemes medence, néha állatok sétáltak be, a kilátás gyönyörű, pihenésre a hely tökéletes.”
Philippe
France France
“La localisation face au lac. La tente bien conçue. Salle de bains avec de bons équipements. Prises de courant partout. On entend un tout petit peu les voitures de la route principale mais loin d'être génant.”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.2Based on 3,818 reviews from 22 properties
22 managed properties

Company info

Located within the Soysambu Conservancy and a few minutes aware from Lake Elmenteita

Property info

Uniquely situated on the shoreline of sapphire-blue Lake Elmenteita where hundreds of thousands of birds congregate, the small and exclusive Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp in Kenya invites guests to experience an immersive and intimate 5 star safari experience. This area of breathtaking beauty, also home to many rare species of animals, is less than two hours’ drive from Nairobi and just a short distance to the famous Flamingo filled Lake Nakuru. Evocatively styled to echo the area’s rich history, our safari camp blends aristocratic elegance with modern luxury and offers cuisine and service of fittingly high standards.

Neighborhood info

The nomadic Maasai had passed through the area for centuries and the name Elmenteita derives from the Maasai Ol muteita for “place of dust”. Then in 1897 one of the first pioneers arrived, after walking over 1,000 km south from Berbera on the coast of Somalia. This was the third Baron Delamere, who dedicated his foresight and fortune to pioneering farming methods in the Rift Valley. He moved to Elmenteita in 1906, where he further experimented with sheep and cattle ranching, advised and assisted by the Maasai - with whom he had a great rapport. He named his farm Soysambu, Maasai for “striated rock” - Sambu is also a cow colour.

Languages Spoken

English,Swahili

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Romantic

Amenities of Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 2:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 3 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Conservancy fees of $47 per person per day (2025 conservancy fees charges: Jan-Feb & June-Oct - $50 per person per day and March-May & Nov-Dec - US$35 per person per day), game drives and airstrip transfers are not included in the accommodations rate. Children 3 years and above are now allowed at the camp.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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