Your room and work
5G Wi-Fi, in-room and rooftop workspaces, and a private library are available. Discuss room preferences, dietary requirements, and access needs before you book.
Explore accommodationInternational visitors
Planning a visit to Kenya.
Travelling to Kenya for a holiday, a residency or a longer visit? We welcome guests from around the world and will help you plan a comfortable stay in Ol Kalou.
A personal welcome
Plan the details before you travel.
Tell us where you are travelling from, your preferred dates, and what you need for a comfortable and productive stay.
Meals, laundry & optional outings
Meals prepared by our private chef and laundry are included. Safaris are optional and charged separately. Your written confirmation sets out the agreed arrangements and any separately quoted safari itinerary.
Explore the safariYour journey
Airport transfers are available by prior arrangement. Share your arrival airport and flight times; we will confirm the pickup and price before booking.
Plan your arrivalClear arrangements
Know what you are booking.
Your quote should give you the details needed to compare options and plan from abroad.
- Room type, dates, occupancy, and total stay price
- Quoted currency, taxes, payment method, and any fees
- Private chef, laundry, and safari arrangements
- Deposit, cancellation, and date-change terms
- Arrival, departure, and any separately arranged transfers
Before booking travel
Start with an enquiry.
We confirm availability and arrangements directly. This website does not take online payments or make instant reservations.
If you need information for a university travel office or funding application, tell us what documentation they require.
Request your written quoteTravel preparation
Check the requirements for your journey.
Entry requirements depend on your circumstances and can change. Use official information when planning.
Entry to Kenya
Check your eligibility and the current requirements through Kenya’s official travel-authorisation service before departure.
Official Kenya travel informationResearch and institutional travel
Discuss research permissions, ethics approvals, travel insurance, and institutional requirements with the relevant authorities and your university. A residency booking does not provide research or immigration permission.
Keep in touch
A few practical questions.
Email us in English with your plans. You can prepare an enquiry on this site, then send it through your email app or Gmail.
Can I enquire before I have flight dates?
Yes. Give us an approximate month or timeframe and tell us how flexible your plans are. Confirm the stay before booking non-refundable travel.
Can you quote in my preferred currency?
Tell us your preferred currency when you enquire. We will confirm the currency and payment method available for your booking in writing. Do not assume that exchange rates or bank charges are included.
What should I confirm if I work remotely?
5G Wi-Fi is available, with workspaces in the rooms and on the rooftop, plus a private library. Tell us about video calls, uploads, and equipment needs so we can confirm current speeds, coverage, and backup arrangements.
Planning a stay?
Let us help you plan your stay.
Share your dates, country of departure, and what you would like to enjoy or work on while you are here.
Enquire from overseas