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Emakoko
R12,620 - R13,115
per person sharing
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Accommodation Highlights
Alfresco dining area with pizza oven
Borders Nairobi National Park
Swimming pool & safari boutique
Convenient location
Eco-friendly solar heating
Member of Kenyan Professional Safari Guides Association
Overview of Emakoko
Kenya, Nairobi
It may be hard to believe that, just a 45-minute drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, there lies a hotel where you can rest in utter comfort and still enjoy all the thrills of game drives and encounters with endangered animals. The Emakoko, an owner-managed 10-cabin hotel on the border of Nairobi National Park, is a popular stop-off for guests before starting or after completing an extended Kenyan safari. Its four Land Cruisers are available to take guests for game spotting in the neighbouring national park, which is a favourite with photographers who enjoy capturing the unusual juxtaposition of a lofty giraffe with jetliner flying overhead!
The guides at The Emakoko can also arrange visits to the nearby Sheldrick Trust, where you can see the incredible work they do with orphaned elephants and rhinos, and the Giraffe Centre for encounters with rare Rothschild's giraffe. In addition to their tracking skills, they are also skilled bargainers and are happy to accompany you on shopping expeditions into heady Nairobi.Keenly aware of their place in the community, The Emakoko are part-sponsors of the Lion Lighting Project, which illuminates local settlements to protect them from the very real chance of fatal lion attacks. Dotted on the green, hilly landscape, stand-alone rooms at The Emakoko are positioned to make the most of the views across the acacia-carpeted valley where Cape buffalo, zebra and water buck still roam. The tastefully appointed rooms have long verandahs, welcoming walk-in showers and stone fireplaces that are perfect for unwinding.
Bookings & Pricing
Competitive Rates For Unforgettable Experiences
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4 Jan 2026 - 3 Jan 2027
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4 Jan 2027 - 3 Jan 2028
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Highlights & Activities
What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
Alfresco dining area with pizza oven
Borders Nairobi National Park
Swimming pool & safari boutique
Convenient location
Eco-friendly solar heating
Member of Kenyan Professional Safari Guides Association
Cultural visits
Day tours
Game drives
Helicopter flights
Sundowners
Rooms at Emakoko
Unwind and relax, in your own private luxury
Standard Cottage
At Emakoko, each room feels like a personal retreat designed for relaxation and connection to nature. Whether you choose one of the five rooms on the main level or make the climb to the upper rooms built into the cliff face, you'll find yourself in an exclusive and tranquil environment.
The journey to the higher rooms is an experience in itself, and the reward is a breathtaking view that stretches across the landscape, perfect for a quiet moment with a cup of coffee at sunrise or unwinding after a day of exploring. Every detail invites you to slow down and savour the beauty of your surroundings.
Private House
The Emakoko Private House is a spacious two-bedroom retreat offering privacy and flexibility for families or small groups. Relax beside your private swimming pool, enjoy meals in the dedicated dining room, or unwind with a drink from the bar. A satellite television adds an extra touch of comfort, while your own private guide and safari vehicle allow you to explore at a pace that suits you.
General Facilities
With direct access to the Nairobi National Park and four dedicated Land Cruisers, game drives with KPSGA-qualified guides are a cinch at The Emakoko. In addition, guides can take you on tours of the Sheldrick Trust, Giraffe Centre and the downtown markets and malls of buzzing Nairobi for a truly African shopping expedition. The lodge also has its own on-site boutique for once-off presents and last-minute safari essentials.
Days can be spent lazing at the swimming pool and while away cool evenings with a good book next to a crackling fire.
Bar
Laundry service
Swimming pool
Wi-Fi available
Dining
Meals at The Emakoko are served in the open-sided dining area where the fires flicker on winter nights. Feast on tasty meals while sharing the day's adventures or sip on a cocktail or a cup of fine Kenyan coffee while gazing over the high grass beyond the timber decking.
Expert Opinion
We know because we go
Ramona Cilliers
Africa Safari Expert
A luxurious fully inclusive lodge right on the border of the Nairobi National Park with direct access into the park for the discerning traveller. Start your Kenya safari with this beautiful lodge overlooking a river and accacia trees and onto the park. A good luxury safari lodge in Nairobi for pre and post safari accommodation.
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A luxurious fully inclusive lodge right on the border of the Nairobi National Park with direct access into the park for the discerning traveller. Start your Kenya safari with this beautiful lodge overlooking a river and accacia trees and onto the park. A good luxury safari lodge in Nairobi for pre and post safari accommodation.