Stitch- They were working on a very small section of the deck near one of the spas. (The one nearer to where the flamingo pond is.) They were working on it when I checked in and had finished by yesterday. I didn't see that they had started any new work. The CMs I talked to said that all they are doing is some very minor work to repair small sections of the deck and it should not effect the operation of the pool whatsoever.
Annae- I had requested an upper floor room with a view of the Arusha Savannah. I ended up in room 4136, which is on the Sunset Savannah, far down to the end of the Ostrich trail. For room location, I prefered an upper floor room since you do get a wider view of the Savannah. The trade off is that you are farther away from the animals-- it's really a personal preference thing. Arusha or Sunset Savannah would be my preference-- I never did see much going on anytime I was looking at the Uzima Savannah. Also, if you care about how far you are from the elevators, I would request that as well. My room was 125 steps (I counted) from the elevators-- and some rooms were much more removed than that.
Michelle- I was really happy I upgraded to a Savannah View. I originally had a pool view, but upgraded (for less money) when the AP discounts came out. I was in the room in the morning, for an afternoon break and at night after dark. Mornings were very active, as that was feeding time on Sunset. I even ordered room service breakfast one morning and ate on the balcony-- and experince I'd highly recommend. The animals are off savannah for about 2 hours per day-- in the early afternoon usually. I think you'll be very happy with your decision to upgrade.
If I were to stay at AKL again (which I would do in a heartbeat) I would request the Sunset Savannah again. I felt that it seemed a little more intimate than Arusha did, because it felt like there were fewer rooms on that side of the resort. (Personal opinion, of course)
I love Boma! I'd eaten there twice before this trip and once during (for dinner). It provides a great opportunity to try things you would never ordinarily try, but also has enough basic stuff for picky eaters. Well worth the money, in my opinion. Just make sure to make it a light lunch day.
Keep those questions coming!
Solotraveler
Anyhow, the Zatahani (SP) Fitness Center is located off the pool and is full service-- with saunas, steam rooms, cardio equipment and weights. It is very nice and certainly not like a lot of hotel "fitness centers" with a treadmill and a couple of free weights. It should be adaquate for what you need.
