The scenic vistas around the Elgeyo escarpment are truly stunning. Waterfalls flow down the face of these escarpments, and at Chebloch, on the valley floor water runs through a deep and narrow gorge with sheer rock walls.

From the high Tugen Hills, there are excellent views across arid rift valley floor to Lake Baringo. Kenya’s western Highlands have become a major draw for sporting tourists.

This is the home of many of Kenya’s world famous runners. This is probably the finest place on earth for high altitude athletic training, and many international athletes visit training camps around Iten and Kaptagat.

With one of the most dramatic views in the country the Keiyo Valley is abound with fascinating experiences for the intrepid traveler as you make your trip to Sego. The diversity of the habitat and topography of the region makes for a truly quintessential safari.

Sego Safari lodge offers a tranquil environment to those who want to get away from the hustle of the towns for a quiet few days, to budget travelers and for the intrepid traveler.

The deep Chebloch Gorge which teems with fascinating ancient legend and which acted as a natural boundary, for the rivaling communities in the early 19th century is a must see attraction. Visitors can take hiking expeditions to the gorge, through the winding terrain past the salt licks that cater for the local pastoralist herders while the legends of yore are narrated.

For those who like to interact with the local people, the lodge’s ambience offers that opportunity. The Wananchi bar, with picturesque and awe inspiring views of the surrounding country side, offers opportunities to meet with local personalities, leaders, farmers and teachers.

The area is the home to the Keiyo Tugen people who belong to the larger Kalenjin grouping and who have produced notable farmers, cattlemen and athletes as well as key political leaders and business persons. Here you will get to sample their rich tradition and dance to the local beat. A fascinate way to end the day!

Sego lodge has its own orchards producing delicious organic fruits such as oranges, pawpaw, watermelons and bananas. The milk, meat, eggs and grain come from nearby farms ensuring that the meals are healthy nutritious and fresh – the very same diet that produces Kenya’s world famous athletes!

Each morning teems with bird life providing fantastic birding for sparrow-weavers, barbets and even White-crested Turacos. The wide range of birds makes it a birders paradise. Nature walks can arranged together with visits to the local homesteads. Be sure to visit the ‘bomas’ in the evenings when the unattended goats come home to roost, it’s a sight to behold.

All the rooms are ensuite (shower only) with hot and cold running water. Three family rooms have one double and one single bed, while the remaining seven twin bedrooms boast two queen size beds in each. Telephone (both fixed and mobile), telefax and satellite television bring the outside world into direct communication with the lodge.

Sego Safari Lodge offers conference facilities for small groups and NGOs for up to 20 sharing twin rooms. All meals including mid-morning and afternoon refreshments, cocktail parties and special dinners can also be organized. Special rates are available for all guests who also stay at the sister hotel, Wagon Hotel, in Eldoret. Transport between both hotels can be arranged.

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Bookings: Sego Safari Lodge
Emsea/ Fluorspar Road
P.O. Box 2408, Fax: 053-24129
Mobile: 0722 407470
Email: wagonhotel@africaonline.co.ke
Website: www.segosafarilodge.co.ke
Altitude: 1358m (4413.5ft.a.s.l)
GPS: 00° 23.706 N 35° 37.262 E

Hotels offer special package rates for weekend or holiday stays, often including all meals. Kenya has a wide variety of hotels to suit all budgets and tastes- and most of them give special rates to Residents.

Tented Camps - If you like the idea of camping out but don’t want to sacrifice comfort and service- try a tented camp. With large tents fitted out with beds, ensuite bathrooms and verandah areas- these camps offer a safari in style.

Camps and Bandas - To really experience Kenya under canvas there are plenty of well appointed campsites in holiday areas all over the country- often with tent rental available. Sometimes simple, self-catering bandas are also available. KWS have excellent Bandas available for hire throughout the country at very affordable prices.

Homestays and Houses - In some areas, local people let out rooms or guesthouses. This is an economical and interesting way to spend a holiday- and a great way to experience some other Kenyan cultures firsthand. Individual houses can be rented for short term lets in holiday areas- an excellent option for large families or groups of friends.