Discover the perfect Voi weekend getaway escape, just a scenic train ride from Nairobi to nature, rest, and beauty.
NAIROBI! Your phone rings at 6 AM. Traffic moves slowly down Waiyaki Way. Another client wants changes. Now. Sound familiar?
Nairobi is East Africa’s main city. We work hard here. Build jobs. Grow businesses. But the crazy pace drains you. And you’re no good when you’re tired.
The answer? A weekend in Voi.
Escape Nairobi for a weekend in Voi
Board the SGR Friday afternoon, weary but hopeful. As you leave behind traffic jams and city noise, watch as concrete buildings change to acacia trees and open savanna through your train window.
A little past 6:30 pm, the train stops at the Voi station, and it is time to disembark. That was easy, you think to yourself. The SGR handles the travel stress for you. No driving. No navigation worries. Just comfortable seats and Kenya’s countryside rolling past your window.
Your taxi picks you up, and the short ride (15 min) to your lodge starts.
Getting to the Boma
Boma Simba Lodge features striking A-frame cabins that define the property. These wooden structures point skyward with sharp, sloping roofs. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame wild landscapes beyond your room.
Each cabin combines modern comfort with safari charm. You get comfortable beds with mosquito nets, modern bathrooms, and private terraces. The spacious interiors complement the natural beauty outside.
Recent guests describe the lodges as “comfortable and beautiful” with “wild rustic and elegant style, practical bathrooms, effective mosquito nets.”
Inside Your A-Frame Retreat
Step inside your cabin and you’ll find a cozy space that celebrates African style. Hand-made wooden furniture fills each room. Traditional fabrics with animal prints and geometric patterns cover seating areas and beds. These authentic touches create warmth without feeling too touristy.
The bedding uses quality white linens with stylish African-print runners and pillows. Clean geometric patterns in navy and white add modern style to traditional safari themes. You sleep well on comfortable mattresses protected by proper mosquito nets.
Your private bathroom delivers high-pressure hot showers – a luxury you might not expect in the wilderness. Modern fixtures work perfectly, giving you city comfort in your safari setting.
Each cabin has its private patio with handmade wooden furniture. Live-edge wood tables show natural grain patterns and craftsmanship. You can enjoy morning coffee or evening drinks here while looking out at the landscape.
The rooms feel intimate and cozy thanks to warm wood tones and soft lighting. Stone floors stay cool during hot days. Large windows let in plenty of natural light while wooden beams overhead create that signature A-frame feeling.
Tea and coffee stations in each room include proper cups and a kettle. Small touches like these make your stay.
Relaxation & Recreation
The swimming pool sits at the center of lodge activities. You can float while looking at the Hills’ views that tower over the western side of the Voi horizon. City hotels can’t match this combination of comfort and raw landscape beauty.
Boma Simba Lodge has “8 spacious and comfortable cabins lurking in a grove of trees. Beyond A-frame cabins, you can choose luxury safari tents or camping options. Each accommodation type suits different travel styles and budgets.
The property includes a bar and restaurant area, a beautiful tented camping area, grassy parking site.
Communal areas come alive at night with bonfire evenings. The owner of the lodge and guests have a lively story sharing under star-filled skies. After all, there’s a lot to say between travellers. You can also find private spots for intimate moments or solo relaxation. There’s a good balance of social spaces with quiet retreats.
The SGR Convenience
Boma Simba Lodge sits just “2.5 miles from Voi Railway Station,” making transfers quick and simple. This proximity removes the biggest barrier to weekend getaways: long, stressful drives from Nairobi.
The train ride becomes part of your escape. You relax in comfortable seats, enjoy refreshments, and watch Kenya’s countryside change outside your window. This scenic trip helps you transition from urban stress to wilderness calm.
Weekend packages work perfectly with SGR schedules. You can arrive Friday evening and leave Sunday afternoon with a full weekend of wilderness experiences in between. The timing maximizes your nature time while minimizing travel complications.
Perfect for Special Occasions
The combination of natural beauty, intimate atmosphere, and unique accommodations makes Boma Simba Lodge perfect for marking special moments. The dramatic landscapes and sunset views create proposal settings that surpass expensive city restaurants.
Birthday celebrations here gain new meaning when surrounded by wilderness beauty instead of urban venues. Surprise cakes delivered to your A-frame cabin or specially arranged sundowners make occasions memorable.
Families will appreciate the lodge for multi-generational bonding. Different accommodation options mean grandparents can enjoy comfortable lodge rooms while younger family members try camping – all on the same property.
Lovers? These cabins were built to be shared intimately, and this will be one of the best spots to make new memories.
Complete Experience
Boma Simba Lodge balances comfort with authenticity. You’re not roughing it, but you’re also not isolated from the natural environment in an artificial bubble. The sounds, smells, and sights of wilderness surround you, creating an immersive experience that refreshes in ways city-based spas cannot match.
Guest testimonials highlight the transformative nature of even short stays. Visitors frequently feel more rested after a weekend here than after much longer city-based vacations. This speaks to the restorative power of genuine wilderness experiences.
Your perfect weekend retreat sits just a train ride away. Boma Simba Lodge proves that paradise doesn’t need to be distant or complicated to reach.
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