What are the Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat opening hours?

24h (residents); check-in 2pm, check-out 10am. Busiest: Weekends and holiday seasons.

What is the best time to visit Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat?

Early morning for birdlife. It is busiest Weekends and holiday seasons.

How do you get to Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat?

About 3 hours from Nairobi via Gilgil and Ol Kalou. Ride-hailing: Taxis are scarce; arrange a transfer with the lodge. Public transport: Matatu to Kasuku, then arrange a pickup 7 km off the Gilgil-Nyahururu highway, turning at Kasuku township between Ol Kalou and Ol Joro Orok.

Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat in Kasuku, Near Lake Ol Bolossat, Nyahururu: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide

Parks, beaches and nature in Kasuku, Near Lake Ol Bolossat, Nyahururu

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A small lodge in gardens near Lake Ol Bolossat, 7 km off the Gilgil-Nyahururu highway at Kasuku, with a restaurant and lake views.

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Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat, Kasuku, near Lake Ol Bolossat, Nyandarua County, Kasuku, Near Lake Ol Bolossat, Nyahururu, Nyandarua

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What is Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat?

Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat is a small lodge in mature gardens near the shore of Lake Ol Bolossat, reached by a 7 km turn-off at Kasuku between Ol Kalou and Ol Joro Orok. It has 15 rooms, a restaurant and lawns looking toward the lake.

Families use it as a quiet base for birdwatching and lake walks rather than an activity resort. It is about 27 km from Nyahururu town, so it suits a stopover on the Gilgil-Nyahururu road.

Lake Ol Bolossat is a highland lake and important bird habitat in Nyandarua County.

💡 Money-saving tips for families

Ask about full board meals are served at the lodge restaurant | Agree transfers

Key details

Address: Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat, Kasuku, near Lake Ol Bolossat, Nyandarua County, Nyahururu
Opening hours: 24h (residents); check-in 2pm, check-out 10am
How long to plan: Overnight
Suitable ages: All ages
Phone: 0732 761930

What to expect when you visit

Expect a quiet country lodge with gardens, a restaurant and lake views, rather than organised activities. Rooms are few, so book ahead, particularly at weekends.

The turn-off at Kasuku leads 7 km on a local road. Bring warm clothing, as the lake sits high and mornings are cold.

Family essentials

Facilities

Toilets

Safety notes

The lake shore is marshy; keep children on the tracks and away from the water's edge.

Tickets and costs

Ticket notes: Room rates are quoted by booking sites and vary by season; day-visit charges are not published.

Plan your visit

Best time to visit: Early morning for birdlife
Busiest times: Weekends and holiday seasons
How to get there: 7 km off the Gilgil-Nyahururu highway, turning at Kasuku township between Ol Kalou and Ol Joro Orok.
By car: About 3 hours from Nairobi via Gilgil and Ol Kalou
Uber / Bolt estimate: Taxis are scarce; arrange a transfer with the lodge
Public transport: Matatu to Kasuku, then arrange a pickup
Combine with: Thomsons Falls Lodge | Juniper Park Resort
What to bring: Warm layer | Binoculars | Walking shoes

What to pack

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Family day bag checklist

Warm layer Binoculars Walking shoes

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Frequently asked questions

What are the Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat opening hours?: 24h (residents); check-in 2pm, check-out 10am. Busiest: Weekends and holiday seasons.
How long do you need at Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat?: Plan for Overnight.
What is the best time to visit Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat?: Early morning for birdlife. It is busiest Weekends and holiday seasons.
How do you get to Tamarisk Ol Bolosaat?: About 3 hours from Nairobi via Gilgil and Ol Kalou. Ride-hailing: Taxis are scarce; arrange a transfer with the lodge. Public transport: Matatu to Kasuku, then arrange a pickup 7 km off the Gilgil-Nyahururu highway, turning at Kasuku township between Ol Kalou and Ol Joro Orok.