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Getting to Olepolos, Kenya
We met in town at 10 a.m. and drove to Olepolos as a group.
Olepolos Directions
The ride took about an hour and a half and took us in the direction of Ongata-Rongai, Kiserian, and beyond, in the direction of Magadi.
A little after Kiserian, we began to descend into the plains below, on a winding road through the hills.
When our descent tapered out, we began to see signposts, all with names beginning with Olepolos.
It dawned on me that this was the name, not only of our destination, but also the surrounding area.
I knew that we would reach our destination soon.
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Arriving at Olopolos Country Club
As expected, I soon saw a signpost on the left side of the road that read ‘Olepolos Country Club’.
At this point, we turned off the main road onto a dirt path that would lead us to our destination.
We first came upon some Maasai manyattas (homesteads).
I later came to learn that the Maasai who live in these manyattas tend to the livestock that is slaughtered at Olepolos Country Club, as well as cook, and serve as waiters.
On subsequent visits, I also noticed that late in the afternoon, a group of these Maasai form a dance group and walk from banda to banda performing for clients.
When the car stopped, we saw bandas and benches spread out in all directions.
We walked towards what seemed to be the central banda and then I saw it: a most breathtaking view!
For as far as I could see, in the direction of Magadi, was the most pristine landscape: hills and plains below, a beautiful blue sky above.
The view at Olepolos Country Club sets the tone for your entire stay there.
With no settlements in sight, the view makes you truly aware of the grandeur of nature and how small a part of it we are.
It was exhilarating!
The Food & Drinks at Olepolos Country Club (Including Olepolos Charges)
That day, we sat at one of the bandas near the butchery and the smaller bar near it.
Ole Polos Nyama Choma
We (or rather the men in our group) selected a whole goat to be slaughtered, and then we proceeded to eat the goat in every form possible—boiled meat, choma (barbecued), mutura (goat sausage), soup, and ‘fry’.
The meat was delicious!
Olepolos Kiserian Charges
The bar at Olepolos Country Club stocks a good selection of drinks, but customers can also bring in their own drinks at a fee. (See the applicable corkage fees here.)
I remember on that first day, I ordered a 250 ml bottle of Gilbey’s gin, for which Olepolos charged Ksh. 180.
I am not sure whether or not that was a fluke, but that is cheaper than what it costs in the supermarket.
As you can see, Olepolos Country Club is inexpensive.
The one thing that always disappoints me with the drinks at Olepolos Country Club, however, is the fact that I can rarely get ice.
Nowadays, I simply bring along my own ice from Nairobi.
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Olepolos Country Club Photos
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Olepolos Shopping Centre
Olepolos Shopping Centre is a shopping centre located in Ngong, Kajiado County, Kenya just outside of Nairobi’s city limits.
It functions as a local retail hub where people from the surrounding area go to buy goods and access services.
Here’s what you should know about it:
Location and Context
- It is situated in Ngong, a town southwest of Nairobi, and serves the neighbourhood as a community shopping point.
- Nearby landmarks include ACK St Barnabas Olepolos church and Ark International Church, indicating it sits in a mixed residential and commercial area.
What the Centre Is Like
- The shopping centre itself hosts retail outlets and small shops typical of a local market-style mall. It’s not a large modern mall like some in major cities, but rather the kind of centre where you’ll find everyday items, groceries, and services that support the nearby residential community.
- Transit to Olepolos Shopping Centre can be done by local bus from Nairobi routes that pass through Ngong town; the closest bus stop is within walking distance.
Reviews and activity
- It has a modest local rating of about 3.7/5 based on community reviews, suggesting it’s practical and useful for quick errands but not a major regional retail destination. People note the convenience of access and basic range of shops.
In summary, Olepolos Shopping Centre is a community-oriented shopping point in Ngong that provides everyday shopping needs for locals and visitors passing through the area. Its scale and variety are on the smaller side compared to large urban malls, but it’s relevant for everyday purchases in that part of Kajiado County.
Ole Polos Kajiado
Olepolos is not located in Kajiado.
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