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Finch Hattons Camp - Tsavo West
Nestling at the foot of the Chyulu Hills is Finch Hattons, named after the aristocrat who introduced royalty to the bush, and whose style was impeccable. Finch Hattons is one man's dream of the ideal - a genuine conservation-friendly luxury tented lodge.
In the Movie "Out of Africa", Finch Hatton, played by Robert Redford went on a safari. He took with him Mozart and cut crystal, fine wines and real porcelain. Finch Hattons Camps exemplifies this style of luxury.
Finch Hattons is located 55 minutes by air from either Mombasa or Nairobi.
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Accommodation
At Finch Hattons Camp
- The 35 acres that form Finch Hattons Lodge are unfenced. Lions, buffalos, elephants, giraffes, plains game (including lesser kudu) come and go as they please. Wildlife experts closely monitor the ecology of Finch Hattons.
- The tent is equipped with deluxe beds, fully stocked mini-bar, ensuite toilet, wash basin and generous slate walled shower room, both complete with hot and cold running water --primarily solar heated. All tents have electricity supply of 220/110 voltages.
- The main lodge comprises of a dining hall, bar, lounge and terrace, where breakfast is served overlooking the main Hippo pool against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Adjacent to the lounge is the mezzanine library - a favorite spot for post-prandial coffees and delicious petit fours.
- Dinner is always a "production", which is served by waiters wearing khanzu, the traditional snowy-white tunic that servants wore in the colonial period but which are now worn with pride. The cooking is accomplished and indulgent.
- Swimming pool is available for those who want to sun bathe and relax under the equatorial sun.
- All walks are accompanied by armed rangers from the Kenyan Wildlife Service.
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