By Allan Olingo
Its breathtaking architecture brings out a warm African ambience and combined with a touch of modernity transforms this hideout spot into a perfect leisure romantic getaway.
The cool lake breeze sweeps over the tall acacia trees rattling the leaves and beautiful flowers of the different species of plant in the adjacent natural forest adding to the laid back mood.
Welcome to the Pelican Lodge, a perfect and quiet honeymoon spot situated at the shores of Lake Elementaita.
The lounge offers luxurious comfort for an evening chat |
The Makuti thatched lodge is a fusion of modern and African cultural structure with spotless, well-lit cottages and all the home comfort you need to make your stay a happy one.
The honeymoon suite is welcoming and the attention to detail does not go unnoticed. It is spacious, with quality finishing and the African artefacts displayed on the walls of the cottages and the lounge is a satisfying experience that gives a rustic African touch on your stay.
Sweeping views
Enjoy an aperitif on the terrace of the honeymoon suite as the sun sets beyond the lake, taking in the spectacular views, before sitting down to a sumptuous dinner in the restaurant.
With such exclusive sweeping views of the blue water, the casual elegance of this room invites you to kick off your shoes, lay back and feel the hustle of your wedding day slowly ebb away.
The sounds of birds perched and chirping away a top the acacia trees and the roar of the waves from the lake gives one a cool inviting atmosphere at the terraces watching the sun setting with a magnificent orange reflection on the lake waters.
A ten-minute walk will take you to the shores of the lake to watch the pelicans, flamingos and many other bird’s species that reside here. From the vantage balcony, you will be able to enjoy the rhythmic motion of the pelicans and flamingos serving as a dramatic show that ewes and offer unhurried entertainment.
Beautifully made flowers made from flamingo feathers embedded with butterflies add to the romantic dÈcor. The flowers are sourced from locals who sell them along the shores.
It is hard to resist starting your marital journey with a smile in this Kenyan paradise!
