Nairobi

Nairobi is  a modern commercial center and  Kenya’s capital which  is home to a fascinating variety of people the stimulating mix of cultures means that there is a buzz about the place. The city is the financial and business center of East Africa, is an often frantic mix of businessmen, diplomats, tourists and locals. The word Nairobi is from the Masai word “Nyarobe” meaning a place of cool waters.  Nairobi is the only city in the world to have a national park.  The famous, Nairobi National Park .  Should one decide to visit this city, it has a lot to offer. Off the Langata Road you find Bomas of Kenya where traditional dances of every tribe in Kenya are show cased every day, 2 kilometers ahead lies the Mamba Village and Ostrich Park .  Mamba is a Swahili term for crocodile.  Feeding time is quite a spectacle as you watch the professional attendants walk into the crocodile’s enclosures to toss chunks of meat into the reptiles eagerly awaiting open jaws.

Visitors can also go fishing in the man made lake and any boat rider who catches fish in the lake is allowed to keep them.  A walk across the bridge over the lake leads you to the ostrich resort where the tall feathered creatures approach the wooden fence to gape at visitors with curious large eyes.  There is also a lounge and restaurant at the Mamba Village is open every day from 10 am until 5.30 pm and charges for the crocodile farm and ostrich farm are separate.  This is one place that children and grown ups are always thrilled to watch the families of crocodiles languidly while away the day beside their shallow pools.

 

Nightlife in Nairobi is vibrant. This city  has a number of lively venues for drinking and dancing and include some of East Africa’s busiest clubs and best bars.

Tourists must also experience the exotic cuisine of the city. The residents of Nairobi are quite fun-loving and they love to attend mid-night parties. Nairobi Nightlife has something for everybody theaters, casinos, restaurants, clubs and bars. Several hotels have clubs and bars on their premises making it easy for their guests to enjoy the nightlife. Some famous Nairobi clubs and bars are: Florida 2000 Discotheque, Casablanca, New Florida Nightclub, Pango F3, Simba Saloon,  Tamasha, Rafikis ,Zanze Bar Red Tape and Black Diamond in Westlands. Girls And prostitutes are all over in the bars and clubs. New Florida club in downtown Nairobi is guaranteed to send you off with a smile. In this club you will even find Nairobi girls from rich families that just looking for a good time.Best place to look for a Nairobi prostitutes is Nairobi streets at night. Drive along koinange street in downtown you will see a parade of all sizes.

LAKE SIDE TOURIST LODGE

Started in 1994 as a private enterprise, lake side tourist lodge is one of the most prestigious hotels located 15 km from Naivasha town, along Moi Avenue, Nakuru, Maai-Mahiu Highway.  It is easily accessible by a cab or to the locals, a motorbike.

The physical outlook of the hotel is one to leave you amazed.  Naivasha is known for its aridity, but this atmosphere changes once you get to the entrance o the hotel.  The beautiful tall palm trees provide an oceanic atmosphere while carvings of a lion and a cheetah give that Jurassic feeling.

The hotel hosts conference facilities with two conference halls ranging from the number of participants.  They also offer accommodation for single,twin and double rooms.

While staying at Lakeside, either as a visitor or on official business, one can visit an art gallery which is right next to it, or even work out in the gymnasium which is intact with the hotel.

For adventure, one can catch a great view of the train which comes from the metropolitan station in the neighbouring towns, and passes right in front of the hotel at different time intervals.

Spending nights at the hotel gives you the pleasure of enjoying ala carte services form a well set dinner table, and also grab a drink and kick back to a game of soccer form the D.S.T.V.  After which one is booked into the clean  self contained rooms,  with balconies to catch some fresh air, or to even glare at the  lit town. 

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THE VILLAGE MARKET

The village market is East Africa’s largest shopping and recreational complex.  Set on over ten acres, houses over 140 shops, a full recreational park with water slides, a mini golf, twelve state of the art bowling lanes, a pool hall a variety of children games.  Nu metro theaters Kenya’s largest cinema complex which has four screens featuring the latest international hits.

Village market is ten minutes drive from the city centre and is located in tranquil vicinity that also houses the UNEP Headquarters.  It is designed to blend into the surrounding environment with beautiful landscaping and grounds.  The complex embodies the spirit of African marketing in an open air setting with waterfalls, rivers and gardens in every direction.  The food court offers a multi cultural gastronomical experiences over 13 food outlets provide a choice to suite every taste from Thai, Italian, Chinese and African.  The beautiful open setting of food court allows the visitor to relax in an environment ideally suited for relaxation and comfort.  A live band provides entertainment on Friday night and on Sunday afternoon, when the food court is transformed into a place for old friends to meet, families to share a meal in  a safe and secure place.  The Maasai Market comes to the Village Market every Friday.  Over 350 craftsmen traders and artisans come to sell unique arts and crafts. Just as every visitor must see London’s Big Ben or Paris’ Eiffel Tower, a trip to Kenya would not be complete without visiting the village market.  The abundance and quality of arts and crafts in unrivaled, allowing both tourists and residents to appreciate Kenya’s and Africa’s finest works.

SAMBURU AND BUFALLO SPRINGS NATIONAL RESERVE

Samburu and Buffalo Springs National Reserve lie adjacent to the small town of Archers post which is some 325 km north of Nairobi in Kenya’s arid Northern frontier district. This is a spectacular region of sand rivers, isolated mountains rising sheer from the plains, long droughts and sudden torrential rainstorms. It is also the best place to find dry country mammals such as Oryx, gerenuk, reticulated giraffes and endangered Grey’s zebra with their pin stripes and large dish shaped ears. The reserve also provides regular sightings of all the big cats and is visited by large herds of elephants. The bush country of northern Kenya also supports on amazing variety o birds and the presence of water and riverine woodlands in theses reserves increases this diversity. Almost 400 species have been recorded in this area including Somali ostriches (distinguished by males’ bluish legs and necks), birds of prey form the magnificent, martial eagles to the diminutive pygmy falcon, kingfishers, hornbills, rollers, bee-eaters, and game birds such as guinea fowl and sand grouse.

The scenic beauty and ecological importance of the reserve centers around the crocodile infested Uaso Nyiro River. It flows quietly between wide tree – lined banks within the reserves and forms the boundary between them with Samburu lying to its north and buffalo springs to the south. A bridge built in 1964 just upstream fro Samburu lodge links the two reserves. On leaving the reserve the river cuts deep into the ground and plunges into deep gorges in the east of Shaba National reserve. The location of Joy Adamsons last adventure.

LAKE BARINGO

As you leave Lake Baringo junction and head towards Marigat-Kabarnet junction towards the North, ten Kilometers ahead is Kampi ya samaki, a quiet and touristy town that sits next to Lake Baringo.  It is at the threshold of Northern Kenya, and its fresh waters are an oasis in the arid plains.  The lake lies in a solitude semi desert, a heaven of peace and beauty in the in the harsh, rugged but majestic surroundings.  This is the traditional home of the Njemps.

The lake which is 129 square kilometers and happens to be a fresh water lake is well stocked with fish and attracts many pelicans, cormorants and fish eagles.  Hippos populate the lake as well as crocodiles.  The lake is truly a beauty, surrounded by volcanic ranges that stretch as far as the eye can see.  Olkokwe Island is at the heart of the lake.  It is a stark rocky island that is home to the Njemps and a well appointed camp.   This is an excellent base for base for exploring the lake by boat, providing excellent opportunities for bird and hippo sporting.

Alternatively one can go bird watching on foot , whichever method you choose, you cannot lose as some 400 species have been listed in the area.   Other activities include fishing, water sports or a visit to the Njemps villages to enjoy traditional crafts and dancing.  Accommodation is available at the Soy Safari Club and Lake Baringo Country Club.