Freelance Drivers/Vehicle available. We have another property (Little Tandala - Ideal for 6 guests) which can be booked together with Tandala if you wish to host more guests. Tandala the Robert’s family bush home where guests experience the remote atmosphere and charm of rural Africa. 1 and 3/4 hrs. drive from Nairobi and 1 and 3/4 hrs. drive to Amboseli Park. Tandala translates to Kudu in Swahili and is located in the secluded Maparasha Hills in the Northern district of Amboseli. The house overlooks a waterhole and offers views across to the Pelewa Hills. The house is made with locally sourced materials and blends in with the environment perfectly. Exposed timber beams, shining dark wooden floors, log fires, shady verandahs and Lily covered ponds create an oasis of calm luxury. (We ask all our guests to remain respectful of the environment, as we try to encourage wildlife. Please keep noise levels down) Bedrooms: Tandala has five bedrooms: Including three double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and two twin rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Provided are: Loo rolls, hand-made soap and body wash. Kitchen/Dining: The kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge, solar chest freezer and gas cooker. Some basics are provided which include: Dried herbs/spices, salt and washing-up paste. Tandala is a self-catering property, which means Food and Drinks need to be brought with you. Tandala does not offer the services of a Chef – however, a freelance Chef can be hired for 3000/- per day. The phone number will be sent once a booking has been made. For a small fee the Chef will do your food and drinks shopping. There is a Suggested Menu (Photo Page) which may be of some help when deciding upon meals. The sitting room has a log fireplace and leads into the dining room. Dining can be in the dining room or alfresco – next to the pool or on the verandah. The staff include: Housekeeper, house girl, garden/pool attendant, all of whom will make your stay as comfortable as possible.

We were both born and brought up in Kenya and are so happy to call this beautiful country home. It took us over 10 years to build Tandala as we visited the site occasionally. We designed Tandala ourselves taking inspiration from our travels and of course the wild landscape around us. We incorporated all the features we had always wanted to have in our own home. Most of the furnishings in the house were made by Stewart out of cedar. The house is full of fascinating pieces from different periods. We are happy to share with others the joy of the place we're so proud to call home. Key values at Tandala: The property is completely off grid. A solar system powers the house. Please be careful not to leave the lights on when they are not required. Hair dryers, baby bottle sterilizers and other heavy wattage appliances must not be used. WIFI is provided and there is mobile phone network. For the short time we are here on this earth we feel it is of prime importance to try and protect this small piece of Africa. We frequently patrol the area for snares and do our utmost to protect the wildlife. Our neighbours also feel the same and we have all agreed not to fence as many areas as possible to allow the game to roam freely between our properties. You may see a variety of wildlife such as: Lesser Kudu, Buffalo, Impala, Eland, Waterbuck, Bushbuck, Duiker, Dik-Dik, Warthog, Hyena, Ostrich, Giraffe and Leopard in the area. We have also spotted Wild Dogs, Wildebeest, Zebra and the occasional lion and cheetah. The bird life in the area is superb, so bring your binoculars! As much as we love them, no pets are allowed – we try to encourage wildlife and pets often cause a disturbance. A car with reasonable clearance is advised. A 4x4 is only necessary if there has been a lot of rain. 1 and 3/4hrs. drive from Nairobi. (Via Athi River or Kiserian) - (The main gate is on G maps under Tandala Estate)

Located in secluded hills in the Northern district of Amboseli at an altitude of 5070ft, overlooking a waterhole with amazing views across the Maasai plains toward the Pelewa hills. Activities: Hikes and strolls Tandala is situated on 330 acres of natural bush. You are welcome to explore the property and take an accompanied walk. At the top of the ridge there is a historical gun safe emplacement ruin from WW1, which may be of interest to some guests. (All walks can be arranged when you arrive) Horse riding Accompanied horse riding. Enjoy a relaxing massage or beauty treatment in our Spa room. The telephone number for the Therapist and Price Guide will be sent once a booking is made Visit Amboseli National Park (Meshanani Gate), is 1 and 3/4 hrs. drive from Tandala via Namanga Other details to note: A car with reasonable clearance is advised. Water heaters are lit every evening. If you would like hot water in the mornings, please inform the head of house. Laundry service is provided for items used at Tandala, not from previous safaris. Children must be supervised, the house staff should not be asked to act as nannies or child-minders. We do provide limited accommodation for a nanny. The cost is 1,000/- per person per day, which includes food and bedding. The accommodation is in the staff quarters. Staff can only sleep in the house and use the facilities if they have been paid for as a guest, ie. Full Payment. There is accommodation available in Il’Bisil for drivers or for those that require more facilities. The water from the taps is from our borehole and is safe to drink. If you prefer bottled water please bring your own supply. Only paying guests may enter the property. If this rule is violated access to the property will be denied. Tandala is a private home containing the owner’s personal belongings, which must be respected. We do not provide charcoal, please bring your own supply or it is possible to purchase some at the property.