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Sanctuary Olonana

Mid Luxury Lodge

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Overview

Sanctuary Olonana is a luxury safari lodge located on the private banks of the Mara River, bordering the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Surrounded by riverine forest, the lodge offers exceptional year-round wildlife viewing and is ideally positioned for the Great Migration between July and October. 

Operated by Abercrombie & Kent Sanctuary, Olonana features 14 glass-fronted suites, including three Family Suites and the exclusive Geoffrey Kent Suite. The lodge is recognised for its eco-conscious design, personalised service, and strong commitment to conservation and community initiatives.

  • 14 luxury suites
  • 11 River Suites
  • 3 Family Suites
  • Geoffrey Kent Suite
  • Floor-to-ceiling glass doors
  • Private deck overlooking the Mara River
  • King-size bed
  • En-suite bathroom
  • Freestanding bathtub
  • Rain shower
  • Double vanity
  • Sunken lounge area
  • Minibar
  • Ceiling fan
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Hairdryer
  • Electronic safe
  • Tea and coffee-making facilities
  • Laundry service included
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Mini spa
  • Fitness gym
  • Main lounge
  • Dining area
  • Bar
  • Library
  • Boutique shop
  • Organic vegetable and herb garden
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service
  • River-view terrace
  • Eco-friendly lodge design
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Terrace dining overlooking the Mara River
  • Bush breakfasts
  • Bush lunches
  • Bush dinners
  • Picnic meals during game drives
  • Sundowner drinks
  • Fresh produce from the lodge’s organic garden
  • Bar serving wines, beers, spirits, cocktails, tea, coffee, and soft drinks
  • Special dietary requirements catered for on request

Activities & Services

  • Morning and afternoon game drives
  • Guided nature walks
  • Great Migration wildlife viewing (seasonal)
  • Maasai village visits
  • Visits to local schools
  • Hot-air balloon safaris (additional cost)
  • Bird watching
  • Bush dining experiences
  • Sundowner experiences
  • Spa treatments

Reviews 414+ From Tripadvisor

A totally magical experience in December - hard to put into words I’m not sure a written review for Sanctuary Olonana can ever do it justice, but I’ll try. We visited for three nights before Christmas in December 25, as a couple and with my partner’s mother. I used to work in luxury hospitality for the Ritz Carlton, and in several Michelin restaurants, and I really have to take my hat off to the team here...they are exceptional as is the lodge.

George S Traveled with family

Hotels for Luxury and Safari Everything is a sophisticated luxury hotel. The staff are impeccable in their handling and cooking. We stayed for three nights and they changed the dinner table arrangement every night, not to mention the food, and I was looking forward to seeing what it was like today. The Game Safari guides were also professional and satisfied us enough. Thank you for a wonderful time!

Kayoko A Traveled as a couple

Decadence in the Masai Mara My adult daughter and I were on an Abercrombie & Kent "Great Migration" safari and we spent 3 nights here. It was utterly fabulous! It's definitely the most decadent place I've ever stayed (and I consider myself pretty well-traveled and taking advantage of nice places). The location on the river and the ability to watch the antics of the hippos in the river, from the balcony outside your "room," is spectacular. The food was consistently delicious and the menu provided ample choices.

Suzanne B Traveled with family

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Location

On the Mara River, bordering the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

Where

Kenya

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