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ENTIM SIDAI FOREST

The Entim Sidai forest is one of the few remnants of the original Ngon and Karura forests that straddled Nairobi before the original British settlements in the first part of the last century.

Entim Sidai means the “beautiful forest” in Maasai language. We are on Rura drive. Rura in Maasai means sleep. The two Maasai names pay homage to the Maasai herdsmen who used to come here at night to sleep at the glade in the forest that shielded them from the cold winds from the Nairobi plains where they had grazed their cows during the day.

The glade has been turned into the beautiful gardens that serve as function venues during the day and for barbeque dinners by the camp fire at night complete with rich forest noises from crickets and hyraxes.

The boutique hotel acknowledges the colonial heritage of this space by maintaining the original house built in this compound in 1924 (about 99 years ago). Some hotel rooms, the spa, a conference room are in this historical house featuring a few interesting artifacts of that era.

The forest is patched atop a hill that affords it an exceptional view of the Ngong Hills that would make the neighboring Karen Blixen house of the out of Africa fame a bit envious.

Today, the glade is being developed with the target of becoming the most beautiful garden in the East African region. The frequent camp fire dinners capture the spirit of what Entim Sidai has been for generations starting with the Maasais, British settlers and now for all of us.

The gardens have an eclectic mix of plants and flowers from UK brought in by the European settlers in the last century. The new addition of flowers and plants have mainly earned their space through their capacity to boast and attract bees. The forest has over 400 species of plants that attract birds, bees and butterflies. The medicinal use of some plants attracts a few Maasai herbalists who are often ready to share their knowledge.

ENTIM SIDAI, EXPERIENCE TRANQUILITY AND CALM.

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Welcome to Entim Sidai Wellness Sanctuary, where tranquility and rejuvenation meet amidst the beauty of nature. Nestled in a serene and picturesque setting, Entim Sidai is a haven dedicated to enhancing your well-being and restoring balance to your mind, body, and spirit.

At Entim Sidai, we offer a holistic approach to wellness, combining ancient healing traditions with modern techniques. Our skilled therapists are committed to providing personalized care and crafting transformative experiences tailored to your individual needs.

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