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Our Story & Heritage
A glade where Maasai herdsmen once slept, a 1924 house that still stands, and one of the last fragments of Nairobi’s ancient forest.
Entim Sidai: “the beautiful forest”
Entim Sidai means “the beautiful forest” in Maasai. It is a simple name for a place that is best understood by walking in: birdsong in place of city noise, dappled light through old trees, and a quiet that is hard to find in Nairobi.
- Walk the paths and listen to the forest.
- See how we protect a rare forest remnant.
- Standard rooms with heritage character.
A glade made for sleeping
We sit on Rura Drive. Rura means “to sleep”, named for the Maasai herdsmen who once came here at night, resting in the glade that shielded them from the cold winds of the Nairobi plains.
A house that still stands
The original 1924 house still stands and today holds our standard rooms. Its heritage spaces are lovingly maintained, complete with artefacts of that era, so a night here is a night inside the story.
A forest worth protecting
Entim Sidai is one of the few remaining fragments of the original Ngong and Karura forests that once straddled Nairobi. Our gardens carry an eclectic mix of plants and flowers brought from the UK by European settlers in the last century, and new additions earn their place by their capacity to attract bees.
Maasai, settlers, and now, you
The campfire dinners, the forest sounds, the bees and butterflies, all of it carries forward what this place has meant for generations. From our hilltop, the Ngong Hills stretch out before you.
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Entim Sidai means “Beautiful Forest.” Come experience it.
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Walk the paths. Listen to the forest. Let it restore you.
Connect with Nature
Entim Sidai is one of the few remaining fragments of the original Ngong and Karura forests that once straddled Nairobi. Over 400 plant species flourish here, attracting birds, bees, and butterflies, and even Maasai herbalists who still come to share the medicinal wisdom of these plants.
Our gardens carry an eclectic mix of plants and flowers brought from the UK by European settlers in the last century. New additions earn their place by their capacity to attract bees, a living tribute to the forest’s long story.
The Perfect Fit For;
- Solo reflection
- Couples’ strolls
- Family walks
- Birdwatching & photography
- Herbal & botanical interest
Come wander, the forest is waiting.
Conservancy
Entim Sidai is more than a sanctuary, it’s a conservancy. We protect one of the last remnants of the Ngong and Karura forests that once covered Nairobi, home to hundreds of plant species and vital pollinators.
Our gardens are planted with purpose: new flowers and plants earn their place by attracting bees. The forest shelters birds, butterflies, and the rich biodiversity that makes this place unique.
Our Commitment
- Preserving native & heritage plant species
- Protecting pollinators — bees, butterflies, birds
- Honouring Maasai herbal knowledge
- Developing the most beautiful garden in East Africa
The simplest way to support the forest is to visit, walk its paths and learn what grows here.
Support the forest. Visit, learn, and help it thrive.
A rare remnant of the ancient Ngong forest. A glade where Maasai herdsmen once slept. A 1924 house that still stands. Welcome to Entim Sidai; experience tranquillity and calm.
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Contact us
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+254 702 577 530
+254 771 013 740 - Rura Drive, off Tree Lane, Karen
- info@entimsidai.com
Open Hours
Everyday 07:00 -23:00
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