A Typical day at Ol Malo
The day starts with a wake up call - steaming hot coffee, or tea with freshly baked
cookies arrives on your ' veranda' to allow you to watch the sun rise over the wild and
spectacular land in front of your cottage, with Mt. Kenya looming majestically in the
background. If you are lucky you may spot the elusive leopard as he slinks off under the
shade of a tree to nap through the day, or maybe a herd of elephant coming in to drink
at the water pool below your cottage.
An early morning game drive to spot the first giraffe, eland, buffalo or maybe a skulking
cat is a great activity, returning for a late breakfast. Some people prefer to go on a
nature walk in the cool of the morning, accompanied by camels, with our excellent and
informative guides and will be surprised by a delicious breakfast served under the shade
of an acacia tree, just at the right moment. Or a horse ride will take you into the midst
of the game.
As the tropical sun climbs higher in the sky, guests return from various activities to the
lodge to relax by the beautiful, infinity swimming pool.
A visit to the Samburu workshop, run by Julia, the Francombes daughter, is a popular and
interesting activity. Colourful Samburu women, sing while they use their beading skills to
create wonderful objects to Julia's designs. Groups of chatting Samburu children, paint
delightful pictures of their world around them in bright colours. This 'Development
Through Art' workshop is designed to help the local people help themselves and puts
money in the Ol Malo Trust to help with education and medical.
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Ice cold drinks and Lunch, al fresco, is served at the pool and is a very informal affair.
Followed by an afternoon by the pool, relaxing or a visit to the Ol Malo shop and very
soon it is time for an evening activity.
A visit to the local Samburu homestead 'Manyatta' is a wonderful experience. Totally
unspoilt by western cultures, these friendly people welcome our guests into their home
and share their lifestyle. Colourful warriors dancing with the exquisitely beautiful young
girls present a scene of an unspoilt and ancient culture. A great photo opportunity and a
far cry from the civilized world.
Horse riding, camel riding, nature walks, night drives, picnic breakfasts, lunches, river
walks, sundowners on the rocks, barbeques in the bush, the use of a helicopter to get a
birds eye view offers guests an experience of a life time.
And to return in the evening to steaming hot showers and baths before cocktails in front
of the fire in the Francombes sitting room, followed by a delicious candlelit dinner,
regaling tales of the days activities or listening to Colin telling stories from the past is a
wonderful way to end the day.
At Ol Malo you are an honoured guest at a friendly table.