Chui Lodge
Chui Lodge is
situated just above the shores of Lake Naivasha within the Great Rift Valley
–one of the true Natural Wonders of the World-, set in the privately owned
20.000 acre Oserian Wildlife Sanctuary overlooking a waterhole with the
dramatic Mau Escarpment as a back drop. The Oserian Wildlife Sanctuary plays
host to a diverse number of mammalian & avian species including White
Rhino, Leopard, Buffalo, Giraffe, Cheetah, Grevy Zebra, Oryx and a large number
of plains game.
Chui Lodge was built
in 1998 by Hans and June Zwager and is now still owned and cared for by the
family, who live at the stunning Djinn Palace nearby. History runs through this
area from the days of the early settlers and from within the Moorish domes and
castellations of the Palace came a family committed to supporting wildlife and
conservation in the area.
There are eight
individual well-spaced luxurious cottages, each with an en-suite bathroom and
delightful verandah with views of the Sanctuary and the Rift escarpment
stretching into the horizon. Magnificent four-poster olive wood king-sized
beds, roaring log fires, artistically decorated windows and handcrafted
furniture ensure the essential touch of luxury.
The dining room,
lounge and bar area is simply unique and features pillars and murals with
intricate African carvings, African antiques and ochre-coloured earth walls
creating the feel of an artist’s gallery. Meals can be taken outside (weather
permitting) within the grounds of the lodge and menus feature an array of
international cuisine.
Often bush breakfasts
and sundowners are a Sanctuary or lake shore affair since the day’s timetable
for guests is completely flexible.
A short walk from the
main building is the delightful heated swimming pool with great views of a
variety of wildlife visiting the waterhole and the Escarpment.
Chui Lodge boasts a
wealth of activities. Professional local guides will tailor the daily activities
to guest’s wishes and interests to include day & night game drives, guided
bush walks, boat trips on the Lake filled with hippo’s, horse riding or a visit
to the Oserian Flower Farm, one of the largest growers and producers of ‘cut
flowers’ in the world! Here nearly every colour, hue, scent and size of rose is
carefully and environmentally nurtured for export to international markets.
