Severin Safari Camp – Tsavo West hotels
LOCATION
Severin Safari Camp is hidden in the remote Kitani Wildlife area of Tsavo West National Park overlooking the Mt. Kilimanjaro. The eco friendly luxury camp offers a unique combination of adventure, wellness, and relaxation for the sophisticated traveler who loves romantic pampering and unique wildlife experiences.
The remote location of the camp and that it is unfenced allows wildlife to cross the floodlit waterholes. Masai warriors guard the camp ground 24 hours and accompany guests after darkness and from the tents.
Tsavo West and East National Park is recognized as the third largest national park in the world and rich with great herds of elephants, giraffes, zebras and impalas passing through the area in search for patches of grass. With over 22.000 square kilometers there is a lot to discover during the game drives.
We recommend guests to visit the Mzima Springs, Roaring Rocks, itspreviousRhino Sanctuary, Poacher’s Lookout, Taita and Chyulu Hills,Chaimu Crater and the various lava caves as the Laviathan.
The Khama Rhino Sanctuary Trust is a community-based wildlifeproject, established in 1992 to assist in saving the vanishing rhino,and to restore an area formerly teeming with wits previous natural state
ACCOMMODATION
The camp offers 27 luxurious accommodations spread over 25 hectares of bush land.
Tents: All the 21 octagon tents are equipped with running hot and cold water, shower, separate toilet with bidet, comfortable beds with mosquito nets and a private terrace. Each tent is equipped with 220V electricity, a SEVERIN hairdryer, a safe and offers free Wireless-LAN access.
Junior Suites: The four lodge style junior suites additionally have a separate lounge, a sun deck with sun beds and a private courtyard with outdoor shower. The junior suites, called Mzima Springs, Roaring Rocks, Chyulu Hills and Shetani Cave have spacious naturally lit bathrooms with double washbasins.
Executive Suites: The look-out decks of the roomy Kibo and Mawenzi suites offer a splendid view of Mount Kilimanjaro and the expanse of the savannah. Additionally equipped with a corner bath tub and connected to a second tent, the suites are also perfect for families. Coffee and tea making facilities, first fill of mini bar and butler service are inclusive when a Junior or Executive Suite is booked.
Kitani Safari Lodge: The Kitani Lodge is located in close distance to the Camp and offers 8 Bandas for self-caterers. The Bandas are equipped with kitchenette, own bathrooms and beds with mosquito nets and give you a feeling of the authentic Africa. From the covered patio guests have a direct view on their private campfire from where they can watch the animals passing by – an authentic Africa experience amidst the Kenyan wilderness and the perfect location to discover Kenya and a real adventure on your own.
ACCESS
Severin Safari Camp is accessible either by regular scheduled flights from Mombasa and Nairobi Wilson airport or by shortprivate charter flights. The nearest airstrips are Finch Hattons (a15 minute drive from the Camp) and Kilanguni (a 30 minute drivefrom the Camp) all which are serviced by the daily schedule flightsfrom Nairobi Wilson operated by Safari Link and from Mombasa by Mombasa Air Safari. Flights in the luxurious Cessna Caravan of Severin Air Safaris are available on request.
The Camp is also accessible by road and is located 250 kilometersaway from Mombasa and Nairobi. The coordinates are the following: Latitude (2° 59’ 54,54’’) and longitude (37° 59’ 07,51’’).
STYLE
The Camp is constructed in an elegant natural design. The tentsand suites are designed with handmade wooden furniture in atraditional African style. Light and warm colors make for a cozy,familiar atmosphere. The camp is perfectly integrated in theenvironment. The lounge and restaurant area is open and providesa wonderful panoramic view.
BARAZA CONFERENCE TENT
The Severin Safari Camp is moreover ideal for hosting conferences out in the bush. The 80 sq meters conference tent is suitable for up to 30 persons with various seating lay outs and equipped with modern communication and presentation techniques. We offer free Wireless LAN in all areas of the camp. An open air terrace is available for coffee breaks and informal gatherings. We offer different Baraza Meeting Packages. We will be glad to provide you with further information.
RESTAURANT AND BAR
We serve breakfasts, lunches and dinners in our a la carte “Out of Africa” restaurant. Guests are welcome to choose between a selection of delicious and carefully prepared meals served alongside a comprehensive selection of wines. Our specialty is meat from the Kenyan highlands served on a hot stone or as fondue accompanied with locally grown vegetables, salads and herbs. We also invite our guests to enjoy a bush breakfast or barbeque amid the dreamlike scenery of the African wilderness. The “Thorn Tree” Bar offers refreshments of your choice. Early morning coffee or tea and refreshing sundowners can be served on the private terrace of your tent. Around the campfire one swap safari stories or simply enjoy the romantic feel of the African bush with its sounds and smells. Great varieties of wild animals seek the floodlit waterhole at night and provide amazing wildlife experiences.
KENBALI SPA
Experience the unique freedom of senses at our KENBALI SPA: Inspired by the African wilderness and ancient South East Asian techniques for relaxation, our Wellness area is an oasis of calm and relaxation. After your day in the bush, enjoy the fantastic backdrop of the wilderness from the pool or relax with a pleasant massage in an absolutely private atmosphere. Trained therapists are there to advice you on what to choose from the Relaxing Menu. At the bar you can enjoy refreshments or have your drink whilst relaxing on sun beds with the stunning view of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
KENBALI FITNESS TENT
A Work Out in the middle of the Kenyan bush? The new KENBALI fitness tent offers a nice view and is equipped with professional equipment from Precor. This includes treadmill, stepper, bike and weight bench. Yoga mats and –pillows are at your disposal as well.
SAFARI EXPERIENCES
The Severin Safari Camp is an ideal starting point for guided game drives and excursions in the surrounding areas. Tsavo National Park is the largest game reserve in East Africa and the third largest worldwide. Discover the beauty of the nature, which cannot be found anywhere else in Africa. In robust safari vehicles and accompanied by our experienced driver guides you get the real “Africa feeling” in the wilderness during the game drives. It is also very exciting to experience the African savannah by night. Equipped with spot lights and accompanied by our skilled tracker, you will be astonished how active the animals get after sun set. Discover the secrets of the African wilderness on foot with our Masai guide. We also invite you for a 4 h game walk with a KWS ranger. Learn about their work and how to track the footprints of smaller and larger wild animals. A very unique experience is the Sundowner at Poacher’s Lookout. You enjoy the beautiful sunset while having a glass of sparkling wine and canapés with the music of “Out of Africa” in the background. Playing cards, board games and a small library are available for your use. A safari shop is located in the reception area.
THE ENVIRONMENT
Luxury in the wild – at Severin Safari Camp that is no paradox. Our camp meets ecological tourism standards in order to ensure that the park‘s sensitive ecosystem is preserved. This allows humans and animals to coexist in harmony. The Camp has been carefully constructed to minimize the impact on the fragile Tsavo West ecosystem; we utilize solar technology whenever possible, have implemented strict waste management system and have a biological waste water treatment plant. Waste water from tents and the kitchen is collected and filtered through lava stones, gravel and sand.