The Serena Group is committed to an escalating eco-policy that embraces sensitivity to the interests of the local population in relation to such matters as: cultural preservation, sustainable habitat and community development. The group also abides by a code of responsible practice in relation to: energy conservation, waste recycling, sewage disposal, air emissions, pesticides, noise reduction and visual pollution. Finally, all Serena Group properties are built to harmonise with the local landscape and to utilise eco-friendly materials, local handicrafts and products. Wherever possible we also aim to enhance the environment via landscaping and indigenous plant material reinforcement.

The Samburu Eco Programme
The Lodge provides water to four villages in the immediate area as well as the local school. The lodge has also undertaken a tree-planting programme to replace some of the riverine woodlands destroyed by local elephant herds. So far some 900 acacia seedlings have been planted and a second phase is already planned. As to the support of the local community, the hotel shop features a selection of handicrafts produced by local Samburu craftspeople and Samburu dancers perform for the guests during the evenings in a specially constructed amphitheatre where they also stage a handicrafts market. Local Samburu art, spears, headdresses and ethnic handicrafts have been woven into the fabric of the interior design concept.

Where to go from here
If you have enjoyed the Serena Experience in Samburu, you might like to take in some of our other properties. This way you can contrast the beauty of the savannah lands with the vaulted green of a tropical rainforest, the sapphire and silver ribbon of the Swahili Coast or the cosmopolitan bustle of downtown Nairobi. Here are some suggestions that we believe will really complement your Samburu safari experience.

Down to the Beach at Serena Beach Hotel & Spa
Backed by palm trees, fringed by silver sand and set against the sparkling blue waters of the Indian Ocean this exquisite resort has been built in the style of a traditional Swahili village and offers a wide range of sports, entertainment and exceptional seafood cuisine.

Up to Mount Kenya at Mountain Lodge
A cool, green, misty 2,134 meters up on the forested slopes of magnificent Mount Kenya floats the magical wooden ark of Mountain Lodge. Nestled by a water hole that is a magnet to great herds of elephant as well as a fantasia of other creatures, this secretively special lodge also offers fascinating nature trails, well-informed guides and some fabulous forest cuisine.

Into the Bright City Lights at Nairobi Serena Hotel
The Nairobi Serena is the proud flagship of the group and offers an elegantly stylish haven in the heart of the capital city. As well as a world-class health club, lush tropical gardens and a selection of state of the art business back up services it is also home to one of Nairobi’s very finest restaurants, The Mandhari.