I can't imagine starting a safari any other way. It was just a short drive from the airport to the park gate and then from there we were in Nairobi National Park. Emma was a superb hostess and the food was absolutely delicious. We saw Vervet monekeys and Rock Hyrax right outside our room. The design of the room shows great attention to detail and includes a lounge area, desk, verandah, large comfly bed and oversize bathroom complete with a soaking tub. While in the park we had our best rhino sightings of our safari as well as some great lion interactions. This really blew any normal hotel stay out of the water and was a nice introduction to safari, it is truly outstanding and a real gem.