SHOMPOLE Bush lodge Great Rift Valley Guided walks & night drives Sundowner visits to Lake Natron

Shompole lies on the edge of the Great Rift Valley overlooking plains and riverine forest, volcanic mountains and lush green wetlands. With privacy, comfort and relaxation in mind, each specially designed tented room consists of a pool and informal sitting area and a bathroom with beautiful views. The main lounge and dining area consists of a high thatched roof overlooking Mount Shompole and the Rift Valley.

Various levels accommodate seating areas and a lofted recess high in the roof provides an additional quiet area. Private meals at the tents, main pool or in the bush can be arranged. The area is home to many species of animals and bird life. Habitats range from rainforest, acacia woodland, grass plains, riverine forest, salt plains and soda lakes. There is an abundance of plains game and nocturnally active animals such as aardwolf, civet, serval, leopard and striped hyena. Elephant, lion and cheetah are found in the swamp and grassy plains. The variety of habitats at Shompole allows for a range of activities, from early morning and evening walks, river trips and night drives to sundowner visits to Lake Natron to see the flamingos, and picnics.

The experience and skills of Maasai guides and trackers play an important part in the Shompole experience. Activities are unscheduled and organised according to guests' preferences. There is also ample time to relax and enjoy the facilities of the Lodge itself.