Hotels in Maasai Mara game reserve that were closed last month following devastating floods occasioned by the April-May long rains have started re-opening.
At least 14 of the most luxurious lodges in the Maasai Mara were affected by the floods.
Among the affected facilities was Pride-Inn Lodge, which suffered losses amounting to Ksh20 million after floodwaters swept through its 30 cottages when the Talek River broke its banks.
Speaking during a media tour of the lodge, the facility manager, Joseph Ole Kaleku said they are the first facility to reopen after successfully rebuilding and cleaning up the mess.
He said that all 30 tents have been rebuilt, with an additional 15 cottages nearing completion.
Fiaz Ahmed, the hotel project manager, stated that the Pride-Inn team has worked tirelessly alongside the local community to restore and enhance the camp’s facilities, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all guests.
Ahmed added that the camp is fully booked for the wildebeest migration season from July to September and is ready to receive guests.
