Ashnil Aruba Lodge lies at the heart of Tsavo East National Park. Perfectly positioned on the banks of the Aruba Dam which was built in 1952 within the Tsavo East National Park, 30 km from Voi Gate. The Lodge is located in one of Kenya's oldest national parks covering about 40% of all land covered by Kenyan national parks and is considered one of the world's biodiversity strongholds. The popularity, it enjoys is mostly due to the vast amounts of diverse wildlife that can be viewed. This national park is one of the most popular safari destinations, for those adventurous souls looking to experience the vastness of the wilderness and the incredible terrain to be found.
Overview of Ashnil Aruba
The lodge comprises 46 deluxe ensuite guest rooms and 6 luxury tents. The lodge is situated on the shaded northern bank of the Voi River looking across the famous Aruba Dam. The Aruba Dam is one of the most notable landmarks in Tsavo East being a huge reservoir that is a major attraction for many animals and a rich bird life; there are over 200 bird species at Aruba. For those who love bird watching, our resident naturalist will take you on a guided tour through the park to learn about the various bird species.
Rooms & Luxury Tents
All accommodation at Ashnil Aruba Lodge is African-inspired. Each room includes a seating area, a wardrobe and an en suite bathroom with a bath, a shower and free toiletries.
Restaurant and Bar at Ashnil Aruba
The open-sitting restaurant located in the main building, overlooks the dam at all angles and can seat a maximum of 150 guests. The wooden deck shaded by canvas umbrellas can be used as extra seating during meal times. The buffet platforms, both warm and cold, sit in the middle of the restaurant for easy access by all. The restaurant serves set buffets featuring international, oriental and traditional African cuisine.
What are the available activities at Ashnil Aruba
In addition to game drives, Ashnil Aruba Lodge offers a range of activities for guests, including bird watching, guided nature walks, and cultural visits to local villages. The lodge also features a swimming pool, spa, and a restaurant that serves a variety of local and international cuisine.
Overall, Ashnil Aruba Lodge is a great destination for anyone looking to experience the beauty and wildlife of Kenya's Tsavo East National Park in comfort and style.
Getting to Ashnil Aruba Lodge by road
Aruba Lodge is 30 kilometres from the Voi Gate and 40 kilometres from the Buchuma Gate. It is about 2 hours drive from Mombasa and when driving from Nairobi the lodge is – 400 km from Nairobi about a 4 -5 hrs Drive.
Lake of the Aruba dam on the Voi River, located next to the Ashnill Aruba Lodge (in the background), as viewed from the east during the evening, in the tsavo national park.
- Dive into the Swimming Pool, After your game drive you can take a dip in our swimming pool or simply relax by the pool which overlooks the game park.
- Restaurant. The restaurant serves set buffets featuring international, oriental and traditional African cuisine.
- Business Services.
- Lounge Bar.
What is included in the tour
- Free parking
- Free High-Speed Internet (WiFi)
- Restaurant buffet menu on a full board meal plan
What is NOT included in the tour
- Bar/lounge (alcoholic and soft drinks available at a cost)
- Al a carte menu (available at a cost)
