Tsavo East National Park 1517 Kenya Lodge development opportunity

Prime Location & Wildlife Experience, the property borders the Tsavo East National park, just minutes away from the main entrance gate

The property has unobstructed views into the park. A highlight is the dedicated waterhole in the park directly in front of the lodge. With a permanent water supply, the waterhole is frequented by wildlife offering exceptional game viewing from the site

Tsavo East National Park

As Kenya’s largest national park it serves as a central pillar for conservation in East Africa. It is a vital sanctuary for endangered species such as the black rhino and the rare hirola antelope, attracting tourists with its vast wilderness, excellent game viewing and easy accessibility from the coast

Distances – Mombasa 160 kms and Diani Beach 185 kms

The park is predominantly characterized by flat acacia bush savannah and striking baobab trees complemented by geographical features.The Galana River, with its Lugard Falls forms the lifeblood for hippos and crocodiles, while the 1.6 km long Mudanda Rock and the man-made Aruba Dam serve as crucial water sources that attract massive herds during the dry season

In addition to wildlife viewing directly from the lodge, game drives into the heart of the vast park are highly recommended. Depending on the planned duration of the safari, guests will experience a wealth of wildlife across diverse landscapes

The wildlife characterized by impressive numbers and the park is known as the “Theatre of the Wild”. It is particularly famous for its approximately 15,000 elephants, known as “red elephants” because they dust themselves with iron-rich soil for sun protection

The buffalo population remains one of the highest in the country and the roughly 700 lions stand out among the predators. About 150 cheetahs hunt in the open plains, and for bird lovers, the park is a paradise with over 500 species. Rinos are intensively protected within the Tsavo ecosystem in strictly guarded sanctuaries

Land & Development Potential

With its excellent location, the site has a private, all-weather access road directly to the property.

The land size is just under 9 hectares, of which only some 15% has been developed, offering ample opportunities to expand with additional luxury villas, bungalows, or a tented camp along the park border

The land is held by way of a 999 year lease with the state. It is officially designated for tourism use with an extremely low annual ground rental.

Due to owners health issues the lodge has not been operational for over 5 years. While the Makuti roofing lends itself to the African character, it is always a maintenance items,  currently it is in need of a major revamp

Existing infrastructure comprises

19 accommodation units

12 double rooms

  2  triple rooms

  1 mini suite

  4 spacious bungalows with private terraces offering direct, elevated views into the National Park

Main Building – Restaurant with capacity for 70 guests and safari bar

Office space, storage rooms, kitchen, and guest toilets

Manager`s / Owner`s House 2 big living rooms, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, Terrace, Garden

Support Buildings include Laundry, housekeeping, and general maintenance

Outdoor features include an electrified buffet house and a sun deck

Utilities include reliable connections to national grid and municipal water supply

Investment

As the lodge is not operational it is offered unfurnished and requiring renovation of the Makuti roofing – this is a “Redevelopment Opportunity”

In addition to the existing structures, there is ample room to expand with further units or develop a modern boutique or luxury lodge on the site

This opportunity is on offer at 2,89 Million United States Dollars

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