Location

Rutundu Log Cabins are situated on the northern slopes of Mount Kenya, at 10,200 feet, just above the forest line. In total privacy, these log cabins are positioned overlooking Lake Rutundu, surrounded by alpine country, a home for unique bird life and vegetation.

Description

Rutundu is not only a nature lover’s paradise, but is also an ideal spot for fishermen and hikers. The cabins are built in original ‘log cabin’ style with moss filling the gap between logs and bitumen roofing; and rustic interior, furnished with sheepskin rugs.

Accommodation/Facilities: Accommodation consists of two log cabins, with open fires, en-suite bathrooms and flush toilets. One room is attached to the sitting/dining area, verandah and kitchen. The other is separate from the main building. Rutundu can accommodate four people comfortably, but has a sleeping capacity of eight.

Hosted By: A dynamic team of staff, trained in cooking, house keeping, guiding and fishing, look-after Rutundu guests...

Activities:

• Both Lake Rutundu and Lake Alice (12,200 feet) are privately stocked with Rainbow Trout, and provide excellent opportunities for fishing. The average catch is 2 to 3 Ibs, but a 6 pounder is not unusual!
• Nearby, a crystal clear river runs through the Kizita gorge with small brown trout for the keen fisherman.
• There is a beautiful walk around Lake Alice, through Giant Groundsel and Heather forests. In contrast to this moorland terrain, the Cedar and Podo forest, below Rutundu, provides lovely walks and picnic sites.
• Riding from a farm at the foot of the mountain to the cabins on polo ponies can be arranged.

Optional Extras: Scenic flights and riding. Catering option available.

Closed Season: Open all year round.

Access: Almost a three hour drive from the tarmac turnoff on the Nanyuki Meru road, by private charter flight to Rutundu airfield, or on horse back.