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Lodge/Camp Site (87ac.) for Sale

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This is a unique opportunity to purchase up to 87acres of Freehold land occupying a prime location in the Maasai Mara. The plot is situated in the 17,000 acre Ol Choro Oirowua Conservancy, on the Mara River in the north near Fairmont Mara Safari Club, in the north of the Greater Mara Ecosystem, one of the wonders of the Natural World and a globally renowned tourist destination. The land is for sale in two Lots, of 87acres and and adjacent 100acres. Each has over 350m frontage onto the Mara river. The land is considered suitable for a Lodge or tented development, and Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) have already indicated their support for such a scheme.

• Freehold parcels of about 87acres and 100acres respectively.
• Location is about 3Km west of Fairmont Mara Safari Club on the Mara River in the north- of the Mara Ecosystem.
• Plots with indigenous bush and grassland, and a seasonal stream running across the land
• There is a huge amount of resident wildlife, and this is a key location for viewing the annual mass migration of wildebeest and other species. The site is close to the only rhino sanctuary in the Mara. It has a high elephant population, and the river is home to Nile Crocodiles and Hippos.
• Ownership confers the financial benefits of a stakeholder in the Mara; this includes a proportion of the annual gate fees collected at the Musaria Gate, and landing fees from the local airstrip. It also gives the owner automatic membership of the Conservancy Trust Board, with a say on development in the area.
• The land for sale is about a 5 hour drive from Nairobi, or a 45 min. flight from Wilson Airport via the Ngerende Airstrip, which is about 15 minutes' drive away.
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SAFARI LIFESTYLE

"If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine; it's LETHAL!"   

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A SAFARI INVESTMENT PROPERTY

Naretoi :  [Maa for 'making blessed things happen' ]

Naretoi is a unique 1000 acre estate in the greater Mara Ecosystem, that was once an intensive farm, that has now been "re-wilded" and is supporting conservation in the Northern Mara. 

The properties make the most of the wide open vistas, views of the Kileleoni Hill or the Mara River.  

Owning a home on Naretoi makes the dream of living in a world-famous wildlife conservancy possible, with easy access (Ngerende Airstrip is a short game drive away and there is a private airstrip on Naretoi) and within a secure environment.

Plains game such as zebra, giraffe, waterbuck, Thomson’s gazelle, Grant’s gazelle and a huge variety of birdlife live within Naretoi. The plots are well spaced, keeping the majority of Naretoi open for wildlife.

Supporting the Enonkishu Conservancy, Naretoi homeowners play a key role in supporting conservation in the Northern Mara ecosystem.

From time to time, there are also properties available for sale with safari homes already built on them.

Interested buyers please contact us on the button below.

CREATE YOUR DREAM SAFARI HOME...

Naretoi design.

The masterplan below has been designed around an old family farm that has been "re-wilded" and the plots were positioned to make the best out of the incredible views available, the vegetation, natural streams and the meanders of the Mara River. Each 5 acre plot has a sense of space and privacy with open and uninterrupted views; a perfect blank canvas on which to create a dream safari home. 

Our homeowners have worked with some of Kenya's best architects and contractors who have created some incredible safari getaways, unique to suit their own style, whilst blending in to this environment.

RIVER FRONT

Overlooking the Mara River, these plots are perched high on the river banks with views stretching up or downstream over the Mara River.  Hippos and crocodiles bask in the river below and the riverine forests attract an array of unique birdlife.

PLAINS VIEWS

These plots are strategically positioned on the edge of the Naretoi Euclea forests opening out onto the plains with a backdrop of the dramatic Kileloni hill.  There is a great feeling of space and homeowners can enjoy plenty of activity of plains game with zebra often coming down onto their lawns, hyenas loping by in the evenings and wide open views across the Mara plains.

CREATING MEMORIES IN THE WILD...

Reconnect with nature, and each other...

Safari with family and friends is an enriching experience and Naretoi provides the perfect opportunity for parents, children and grandparents, to bond and create life-long memories.

At Naretoi you can build your dream home and create a sanctuary for adventure with the chance to inspire future wildlife conservation and share quality time with children of all ages!

A TYPICAL DAY...

Imagine waking up in your own home in the Maasai Mara, to freshly brewed coffee brought to your own verandah.  A wake up call of “Hodi , Jambo!” as you emerge from your bed and push open the beautiful doors you designed with the help of a local craftsmen.

THE MORNING RITUAL...

You step outside and feel the first rays of light of the day warm your face as they shine over the dramatic Kileleoni Hill not far away.  The kaleidoscope of sounds and aromas, including wild Jasmine, freshly cut grass, weaver birds chatting away as they build their homes, a pair of crested cranes flying overhead; these will all become familiar treats for your senses. Enjoy the daily ritual as you sit on your hand-carved Lamu bed, have your first sip while watching the hippos wallowing in the Mara River at the edge of your beautifully mowed lawn.

GET OUT IN THE WILD...

Take a morning game drive into the community-owned Enonkishu Conservancy, looking out for the familiar resident leopards on the way, often seen wandering for cover in the Euclea forests of Naretoi after a busy night roaming for prey. Drive back home for a long lazy brunch or lunch, with the family on your deck overlooking the river.  Then after an afternoon siesta maybe you could play a game of tennis then take a dip in your pool before you all pile into your car with your familiar and incredibly knowledgeable Maasai guide (who is now a lifelong friend), to take a drive up past the rhino sanctuary onto the edge of the Kileloni Hill, where you’ll sit on canvas camp chairs, gin and tonic in hand, around a fire, with your favourite people around you. Sit back and watch the spectacular sunset over the Mara plains, which stretch as far as the eye can see.

NIGHTS IN THE AFRICAN BUSH...

Meander in your safari car back at dusk through the safari gate, keeping your eyes peeled for the resident leopard.  Get home and watch the stars by the campfire, enjoy supper with vegetables picked from the local shamba and then retire to your bed, listening to the not-so-distant roars of the local lion pride and the whooping hyenas. 

Wake up. Repeat.

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Isiolo, Republic of Kenya

Lewa wilderness safari lodge, property #t3016.

• Isiolo, Unknown Postal
• Republic of Kenya – Africa
• Points per week: 8176 - 24500
• Will also rent? Yes
• For sale? No
• Website: http://lewawilderness.com/
• Bedding: UNKNOWN
• Access to Pool
• Horseback riding available
• Towels provided
• High Speed Internet

Property Types:

• Boutique Hotel

Accommodations:

• Driver available

Unbelievable rhino encounters, first class hospitality, exquisite cuisine and abundant outdoor adventures.

SOLIO LODGE

Solio is famed as a lodge in Kenya for its unique and mind-blowing rhino viewing experiences. Tucked in the valley between the lofty slopes of Mount Kenya and the peaks of the Aberdare Mountains, it is the only guest accommodation on the incredible 45,000-acre Solio Game Reserve. Internationally recognised as one of the most successful private rhino breeding sanctuaries in East Africa, visitors will find that sightings of up to 40 rhinoceros at a time are not uncommon. The wildlife experience here is intense and exclusive: 19,000 acres of conservancy surrounded by a 45,000 acre ranch and just one luxury lodge.

ACCOMMODATION

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Solio is a luxury lodge in Kenya with something for everyone. Rhinos are of course the stars of the show and encountering them offers a magical experience. With over 200 black and white rhinos living on Solio Conservancy, spending time with such vast numbers of these majestic beasts and seeing them at such close range is fascinating and mesmerising. Head out from the comfort of this exquisite lodge in Kenya to greet the dawn and again at dusk to capture some incredible shots or simply enjoy spending time in their presence.

SOLIO EXPERIENCE

There is so much else to see and do in addition to the wonderful rhino experience at Solio. Encounter an abundance of wildlife. Sip cocktails with giraffes. Gallop across open plains on horseback. Unwind with a massage beside a crackling fire. From exploring the highest peaks of the nearby Aberdare Mountains, to thrilling game drives, cycling through the bush, visiting one of the local schools we support and cocooning yourself in wellness with our pampering treatments and nutritious cuisine, Solio offers a fabulously well-rounded safari experience for all ages. Enjoy cook-out bush breakfasts on morning game drives and dramatic sundowners next to our long-horned friends. Learn about the myriad of birdlife on a nature walk through the conservancy and Solio Ranch with one of our expert guides.

Game Drives

Wildlife on Solio Game Conservancy is abundant, making for fabulous game viewing with plentiful sightings. Spot a diversity of animals from lions, leopard and cheetah to zebra, giraffe and a whole range of antelope species, to name but a few. You don’t have to venture far from the lodge to have great game drives. Enjoy bush breakfasts and sundowners as part of the experience.

Solio Lodge has a complete range of outdoor activities for guests to fully embrace everything that this magical part of Kenya has to offer. Cycle, walk or ride across Solio Ranch, soar above the mountain tops in our private helicopter, indulge in a spa treatment, visit a local flower or coffee farm, game drive through the bush and sip sundowners next to a journey of giraffes.

Heli Experiences

Looking for an adrenalin filled experience with the WOW factor? Solio Lodge provides the perfect starting spot from which to explore Kenya’s hidden gems in our private helicopter. Fly to the jagged peaks of Africa’s second highest mountain, touch down next to crystal clear streams for a spot of fly fishing, soar alongside flamingos over Lake Bogoria and land on vast desert dune fields.

Solio prides itself on exceptional levels of hospitality and personalised service, making it one of the most highly rated luxury lodges in Kenya. Our lovely team strive to make every guests’ experience unforgettable and we cannot wait to welcome you to our peaceful oasis for the safari of a lifetime. Solio Lodge can be booked directly with The Safari Collection, through your local tour operator or as part of a bespoke safari itinerary that we can create just for you.

BUCKET-LIST SAFARI

The magic of a kenyan safari doesn’t end with solio lodge. the safari collection is the proud owner of four distinct lodges in some of kenya’s most spectacular locations: giraffe manor in nairobi, sala’s camp in the masai mara, sasaab in samburu and solio lodge in laikipia. our team has over 20 years’ experience in designing unique and unforgettable tailor-made safaris across the whole of east africa. you dream it. we make it happen., view our gallery.

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LUXURY LODGE KENYA

This luxury lodge Kenya boasts a fantastic location in a fertile valley between the Aberdare Mountain Range and Africa’s second highest mountain, Mount Kenya. Both of these forest-covered mountains act as vital ‘water towers’ to the nation, generating and storing water like giant living sponges to be slowly released through their myriad of streams. Exciting and enriching excursions can be arranged to visit both areas of interest. By road, the entrance to the Aberdare National Park is just a short drive away from the lodge, making it a perfect day trip destination. Guests can also explore both mountain ranges in our private helicopter for an adrenalin-filled and unforgettable adventure.

Rich soils surround this luxury lodge Kenya in the valley bottom, meaning the landscape is dotted with forest and grasslands making it a haven for wildlife. It’s also ideal for agriculture and Solio Lodge offers a range of informative excursions to several nearby farms which use innovative sustainable practices we love to support. Tour a working coffee plantation to learn how your morning coffee is grown, harvested and processed; visit a family-run flower farm specialising in the most delightfully scented garden roses; take a tour around the farm which grows and makes all the natural, aromatic and deliciously fragrant products we provide for you in the rooms at our camps and lodges. More importantly, the productive soils enable us to grow an abundance of scrumptious fresh produce in our kitchen garden at the lodge for our guests to enjoy.

Visit our Giraffe Manor Shop to view our latest arrivals which have been carefully hand-picked for their light footprint, positive social impact and utterly irresistible charm.

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Welcome to Salt Lick Safari Lodge

For decades Salt Lick Safari Lodge has been one of Kenya’s flagship lodges, famed for being among the World’s Most Photographed Lodges. A favourite amongst travellers in search of luxury accommodation, Salt Lick Safari Lodge is a luxurious safari escape set in the heart of the Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary overlooking a waterhole and the vast Tsavo plains.

Salt Lick Safari Lodge’s charm is evident from the outset. Here you will savour uncompromising high standards of service, efficiency and personalised attention.

The neighbouring Taita Hills Safari Resort & Spa  has a museum that displays some of the World War 1 memorabilia as part of the rich history of Taita Taveta County.

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Salt Lick Safari Lodge has 96 unique rooms, all elevated on stilts and built across two levels, with ensuite bathrooms with permanent showers and WC, and running hot and cold water. We can accommodate you in these rooms at three levels with double, twin or triple beds depending on your preferred occupancy.

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We hope one day you will get to see the magic for yourself, bura restaurant.

This is the main restaurant, with a capacity of 150 people; it overlooks the watering holes, serving buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner with live cooking counters preparing specialty dishes. Cuisines include Pan-African, Pan-European and Pan-Asian.

Vuria Bar Lounge

The bar and adjoining shaded terrace above the Bura Restaurant provides spectacular views of the main waterhole and surrounding grasslands, and are ideal to relax and have your favourite cocktail or coffee while watching the wildlife below.

Experiential Dining

All set up in the wild open, Salt Lick Safari Lodge offers;

– Bush Breakfast – ‘Out of Africa’ dinners – Picnic Hampers

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Whether you are here to enjoy comfort, warmth and elegance or here to celebrate life’s most important milestones you will have an unforgettable time here. Have a look through our special offers to see if there is one there perfectly made for you.

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The Taita Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is nestled within the Eastern Arc Range of Mountains inscribed by UNESCO as a biodiversity hotspot hosting varied endemic wildlife species and a myriad of unique flora.

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Leave a lasting impact on the environment during your stay

We plant a tree for every guest staying at either Salt Lick or Taita Hills . By doing so, we not only reduce our carbon footprint but also leave a meaningful gift for the future, contributing to making the world a better place. During their stay, guests are invited to join us in planting a tree. As a token of appreciation, participants will receive an e-certificate that allows them to track the progress of their tree

To learn more about the project why not check out our dedicated site, see how the project is going and the amazing legacy it will leave.

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20 of Kenya’s Best Safari Camps and Lodges

Author: Antoinette Booyse - 1 October 2022

Last Update: 30 January 2024

Part of the African Safari Kenya & Kenya Safaris & Chyulu Hills And Amboseli Safaris & Safari In Aberdare National Park & East Africa Safari Vacation & African Safari Collection

Kenya is often thought of as the ultimate safari destination , and it’s easy to see why. The country is home to an incredible diversity of wildlife, including lions, elephants, and rhinos. Not only does Kenya have some of the best safari camps , but it also has many lodges, hotels, guest houses and accommodation options.

Kenya’s safari landscape includes everything from snow-capped mountains to palm-fringed beaches. Its vibrant culture is on display in bustling cities and traditional villages. Whether you’re looking for an African adventure or a relaxing beach vacation, Kenya has something for everyone.

In this post, we’ll take a look at twenty of the best accommodation options in and around Kenya:

1. Tortilis Camp, Amboseli National Park

This luxury Kenyan safari camp in the shade of beautiful acacia tortilis trees has stunning views of snow-capped Kilimanjaro  and Mount Meru in Tanzania. It offers guests roomy tents set well apart ensuring privacy, making it ideal for couples and honeymooners. However, there is a family tent as well.

The  luxurious Tortilis Camp  tents have comfortable beds, gorgeous ensuite bathrooms and private verandas. The beautiful swimming pool area, with tempting loungers invitingly set out, simply compels relaxation.

The safari camp has a private entrance to Amboseli National Park  renowned for its magnificent elephant herds. Mouthwatering Italian cuisine and superb service makes a stay at Tortilis unforgettable!

2. Ol Donyo Lodge, Chyulu Hills

Situated between Tsavo East and Amboseli National Parks,  ol Donyo  (meaning ‘large mountain’) is located on the Masai-owned Mbirikani Group Ranch. It nestles picturesquely in the foothills of the  Chyulu Hills  in Kenya’s renowned Amboseli National Park.

The lodge combines Masai culture and contemporary design to create the perfect setting for a luxury safari. Guests stay in six-roomy ensuite villas with well-appointed lounges, verandas and private plunge pools. Roof terrace star beds allow you to sleep out under the stars in a peerless experience of nature. An executive chef and his skilled team ensure fine cuisine matched with hand-picked wines and impeccable service!

The open-air hide ensures fantastic wildlife viewing. Horseback and mountain bike excursions, and expertly guided nature walks complete this unparalleled wildlife experience.  

3. Alfajiri Villas , Diani Beach

Condé Nast Traveller rated Alfajiri Villas amongst the most luxurious in the world, and they offer the ultimate in relaxation, comfort and personalised pampering. Located on stunning Diani Beach, washed by the balmy waters of the Indian Ocean, these villas ensure a magical beach holiday . Vibrant  Mombasa  is just 30km north.

All three of the exclusive-use villas come with their own personal butler service, meals tailored to your taste, and private swimming pools. A masseuse is on hand for daily massages, and the owner will personally arrange all your activities, like snorkelling, kite surfing, golf and skydiving. And you’ll enjoy some of the most delicious and freshest sea-to-table seafood you’ve ever tasted!

An excellent choice after staying at one of Kenya’s best safari camps.

4. Kinondo Kwetu , Galu Beach

If barefoot luxury in a relaxed setting is your style, Kinondo Kwetu is the place for you! Located on the pristine Indian Ocean shoreline just south of Diani Beach, this beautiful hotel is the only one on private Galu Beach.

It is surrounded by verdant coastal forests and offers water activities like swimming, sailing, boating, diving and snorkelling. Beach and forest horse riding, tennis, yoga, golf and wood-fired saunas are also on offer. You can enjoy a romantic dinner on the beach, take in a cultural visit to a local village, or book a boat trip to Paradise Lost Island.

Or just ensconce yourself in a hammock under some whispering palms with a drink or a book while the balmy Indian Ocean breezes gently waft your cares away …  

5. Loisaba Tented Camp, Laikipia

There can be few better views than Loisaba’s across Laikipia’s marvellous landscape all the way to Mount Kenya, over the 56 000-acre private conservancies. And nowhere are the views better than from Loisaba’s  magnificent infinity pool! Relax in the pool with a delicious sundowner whilst watching families of elephants forage below the camp.

Large, high-ceilinged, and airy tents all feature huge floor-to-ceiling windows and doors and windows. The sophisticated decor stylishly combines African influences with modern state-of-the-art lighting systems and showers. The service is impeccable, the food delicious, and a night in your private outdoor star bed will create an indelible memory.

Camel treks, horse riding and mountain biking excursions are all on offer, as are expertly guided bush walks to see rare species like Grevy’s zebra and wild dogs.  

6. Segera Retreat, Laikipia

Located on the rim of the Great Rift Valley,  Segera Retreat  is a sanctuary for numerous species, including endangered African wild dogs, the patas monkey and rare Grevy’s zebras.

Established by  conservationist and art collector Jochen Zeitz , this retreat offers luxury, privacy and stunningly beautiful surroundings and gardens. Coupled with excellent service, delicious cuisine, fine wines, ‘sleep-outs’ under the stars, and an indulgent spa, this unique retreat has it all.

All six thatched and superbly appointed villas have a villa attendant who takes personal care of guests during their visit. Pathways link the villas to tempting daybeds, swimming pools, and bar and lounge areas. Private decks overlook the savannah and the stunning Sculpture Garden. Guided game drives, helicopter excursions, and hidden hides ensure guests have excellent game viewing.

7. The Sanctuary at Ol Lentille, Laikipia

Snuggled into the lush hills of Laikipia’s northern escarpment, the  Ol Lentille Sanctuary combines unsurpassed views with privacy, seclusion, and opulent luxury. Its four uniquely designed, butler-served villas are ideal for honeymooners or couples on safari .

Guests can explore 40 000 acres of pristine wilderness through jogging, quad biking, horse riding, cycling and camel trekking. Guided game drives and bush walks are available, as are kayaking and river-rafting excursions for more adventurous souls.  International cuisine, fine wines and a sumptuous spa and wellness centre put the final seal on this Kenya safari tour of a lifetime!

8. Loldia House, Lakes District

Situated on one of Kenya’s earliest farms near Hell’s Gate National Park, Loldia is a luxury safari lodge that has it all – dormant volcanoes, serene lakes, mind-boggling canyons, and even hot springs!

Ideal for couples and families, it offers luxurious accommodations, fine cuisine, and flawless service. Its relaxed colonial ambience calls more relaxed and gracious times to mind where playing croquet on a velvety lawn and evenings spent talking before a fire was the norm.

A paradise for bird-lovers, Loldia has stupendous views of Lake Naivasha and the extinct volcano, Mount Longonot. Guests can see millions of flamingos on the nearby lakes, rare colobus monkeys, endangered black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, and many other species. You can enjoy boat excursions, horse riding, golf, tennis, fishing, swimming and yes, of course, croquet! And evenings soaking up the peace in front of the fire.

9. Manda Bay, Lamu Archipelago

Part of the Lamu Archipelago, Manda Island lies just off Kenya’s north coast. This gorgeous island is tailor-made for visitors looking for a far-from-the-madding-crowd escape, or a fabulous end to their African safari tour .  

Manda Bay is a tranquil boutique beach resort that offers frequent sightings of humpback whales, dolphins and turtles. A wealth of activities like swimming, waterskiing, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, windsurfing and dhow safaris is on offer. Enjoy some of the delicious food, indulge in a massage, or just relax and soak up the peace.

10. Kifaru House , Lewa

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy’s 62,000 acres lie in the foothills of majestic Mount Kenya, and is an internationally acclaimed success story of collaborative conservation between tribal communities. Luxury lodge Kifaru House is an oasis of incredible views and sweeping lawns overlooking a popular waterhole.

Home to some of  East Africa ’s most thriving populations of black and white rhinos, Lewa also houses the Big Five, cheetah and endangered Grevy’s zebras and black rhinos. Activities include game drives, walking safaris guided by Samburu rangers and an enchanting canopy walk and picnic in Ngare Ndare forest. Horse riding, camel trekking and instructive visits to local Samburu homesteads or  manyattas  will make your eco-safari even more memorable.  

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11. Lewa Wilderness Lodge, Lewa

Dating back to 1924, this innovative luxury Lewa Wilderness Lodge  is centred around the original family farmhouse of the Craig family who still run this conservation-centric resort. Guests sleep in nine beautiful, thatched cottages.

Fireplaces, inviting lounge areas and private verandas with incredible views all add to this resort’s unique ambience. Couples, families and ecotourists will all love it. Dining is either private or communal; your choice.

Activities include night and day game drives, guided walks, fly camping, tennis, swimming, horse riding, camel trekking or a visit to the gym. You can have a flight in a vintage bi-plan, or enjoy a magical canopy walk in Ngare Ndare Forest with its numerous waterfalls. A visit to Il NGwesi village will inspire you, as will meeting the anti-poaching dogs that protect this ‘safe house’ for rhinos.

12. Angama Mara, Masai Mara National Reserve

Aptly meaning ‘suspended in midair’ in Swahili,  Angama Mara’s two ultra-luxurious safari camps sit atop two koppies on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. Each enormous tent has a 10-metre-wide glass front that assures unrivalled vistas and game viewing. This includes the crocodile-dense Mara River, the scene of many a drama-filled river crossing during the yearly Great Wildebeest Migration  from August to November!

There’s a magnificent swimming pool, and you can have a massage or a workout in the gym. The camps also have Wi-Fi connectivity, childminders, and laundry facilities.

Guests enjoy game drives, guided walking safaris, hot-air ballooning and delicious cuisine and wines. Birdwatchers will be ecstatic with more than 570 recorded bird species! Photographers will love the onsite photography studio.

13. &Beyond Bateleur Camp, Masai Mara National Reserve

Bateleur Camp  enjoys a superlative location with its stunning infinity pools seeming to do just that – look out on infinity! Its two camps sit at the foot of the massive rock walls of the Oloololo Escarpment and a primaeval riverine forest. Each has nine sumptuous suites tucked away among the trees.

Each ensuite tent is furnished with fine antiques and handcrafted artefacts and has its own shaded deck with chairs and a table. You’ll even be supplied with a pair of Swarovski Optik binoculars to use during your stay, and a personal butler will look after you. Guests enjoy outstanding cuisine, candlelit dinners in a forest clearing, sumptuous bush breakfasts, guided bush walks and hot-air balloon safaris.

An ideally placed deck with tempting armchairs is so inviting that monkeys and warthogs drop in from time to time! &Beyond’s staff are renowned for their excellent service and attention to detail, making this one of the finest safari camps in Kenya.

14. Sanctuary Olonana, Masai Mara National Reserve

Intimate, luxurious,  award-winning Sanctuary Olonana Lodge  nestles scenically in a forest on a private stretch of the iconic Mara River. Apart from excellent game viewing all year round, it guarantees you easy access to the greatest wildlife spectacle on the planet – the Great Wildebeest Migration.

You’ll have the best seats in the house to see thousands of wildebeest and zebra cross the Mara with its gauntlet of Nile crocodiles. The large numbers of predators that stalk them add to the excitement.

Olonana offers family-friendly accommodation in 14 spacious en-suite glass-sided suites with private decks. Game drives, sundowners, delicious dinners in the bush, cultural visits to a Masai village, scenic flights and magical hot-air balloon excursions are all on offer. There’s even a mini spa to help you relax!

15. Elsa’s Kopje, Meru National Park

This luxurious, romantic and award-winning lodge is named after  Elsa , conservationists Joy and George Adamson’s beloved lioness of  Born Free  fame. The camp is crafted into rocky Mughwango Hill just above the original campsite where the Adamsons raised Elsa in Meru National Park.

The Park is real lion and elephant country, and is famous for rhino conservation. Guests can watch game drinking at a waterhole just below the lodge.

All the ensuite cottages have incredible 360° views from their private decks with romantic outdoor bathtubs. You can enjoy bush dinners or breakfasts, picnics, guided 4X4 game drives with sundowners, and rafting on the Tana River. Or have a swim or a relaxing massage, or browse the gift shop or library. And those essentials, wi-fi and a laundry service, have not been forgotten!

16. Giraffe Manor, Nairobi

Want to have dinner with somebody  really  tall, utterly beautiful, and gentle? Then you must stay at  Giraffe Manor in Kenya’s capital , Nairobi. Built-in 1932, it’s a small boutique hotel modelled on a Scottish hunting lodge, so plenty of old-world charm!

The Manor is world-famous for its commitment to conservation and its resident herd of Rothschild’s giraffes. You can feed the giraffes from your breakfast table, or from the window of your second-storey bedroom.

But you will have to book well in advance – the Manor has only 12 much-in-demand bedrooms! Some of the famous people who have stayed here over the years include Brooke Shields, Johnny Carson, Richard Chamberlain, Richard Branson, Ewan McGregor and Walter Cronkite. The latter even had a resident warthog named after him! Now that’s fame for you!

17. Saruni Samburu, Samburu National Reserve

Built into a massive volcanic rock face ensuring spectacular views from its open-air cliff-top reception area,  luxurious Saruni Samburu  is known for its avant-garde design, architecture and décor. Each of the six stunning villas are unique and offer the last word in comfort.

Guests can go on both morning and evening game drives to view Samburu’s Special Five – the endangered Grevy’s zebra, the Somali, or reticulated, giraffe, the Somali ostrich, the East African or beisa oryx, and the graceful long-necked gerenuk gazelle. You can explore the ancient rock art and abundant wildlife of the region on nature walks with Samburu rangers.  Children will love the junior rangers programme, and scrumptious picnics and bush dinners can be arranged. Saruni Samburu is simply one of the best safari camps in the region.

18. Sasaab Camp, Samburu National Reserve

Sasaab luxury tented camp  has a stylish Moroccan ambience and offers riveting views of the endless plains of the Laikipia Plateau and Mount Kenya. Nine uniquely styled tents offer guests deluxe four-poster beds, spacious seating areas, en suite luxury bathrooms, ceiling fans, wi-fi, and roomy verandas with plunge pools.

A spa is available for indulgent pampering, as are in-room beauty treatments and massages. Guests are spoilt with twice-daily game drives, spotlit night drives, guided walking safaris, mountain biking, cultural excursions, camel treks, fly-camping and all-day trips to the Samburu Reserve. Superb Moroccan-styled cuisine is served, and the camp is famous for its pizzas!

19. Lentorre Lodge , Southern Rift Valley

Secluded, sumptuous and serene, Lentorre Lodge is ideal for that breakaway far from the madding crowd. Situated on the Nguruman Escarpment in the remote Southern Rift Valley, Lentorre is the only lodge on the  Olkiramatian Conservancy .  

A natural spring behind the lodge ensures a constant supply of pristine water. It also sustains a historic grove of tamarind trees where elephants still come to feast on the ripe fruit.

With exclusive access to the Olkiramatian Conservancy, guests enjoy day and night drives with unrivalled game viewing. Scenic helicopter flights are on offer, as is the opportunity to join in herding livestock with traditional Masai villagers. You can meet some baboons as they go about their daily activities, or float down the Ewaso Ng’iro River on an innertube!

20. Finch Hattons Luxury Tented Camp, Tsavo National Park

Named after Robert Redford’s  Out of Africa  alter ego, aristocratic safari leader  Denys Finch Hatton , Finch Hattons is a top-rated tented camp in Tsavo National Park, Kenya. The Kenya safari camp overlooks a freshwater spring that’s a potent draw-card for animals ensuring incomparable game viewing, including elephant sightings right outside the camp.

The camp has only 17 superbly appointed luxury suites with private viewing decks with heated plunge pools. Facilities include a yoga room, fitness centre, spa, home theatre and children’s entertainment room. Daily game drives, crater climbs, and scenic fights are on offer.

The sumptuous Karen Blixen Lounge simply demands relaxation, as does the library. Then add a lookout tower, a magnificent palm-fringed infinity pool, a cushion- and rug-strewn star-gazing terrace, superlative food and wine… Wow!

Choosing from Kenya’s best safari camps and safari lodges

Kenya is a land of stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife. From the grassy plains of the Serengeti to the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya , there is something for everyone. And of course, Kenya is home to some of the best safari parks in Africa, where visitors can see lions, elephants, and other iconic animals in their natural habitat.

Reach out to our expert team today to plan your Kenyan safari experience at one of Kenya’s best accommodations.

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Kenya offers a diversity of safari landscapes, from the Great Rift Valley to savannah, lakes, forests and mountain highlands. You’ll find wildlife such as lion, elephant and rhino, as well as the great wildebeest migration. Add on a beach break along the Indian Ocean coastline after your safari for diving or a dhow (sailing boat) trip. Given its status as a classic safari destination, it’s no surprise to find a wealth of safari lodges and camps. Here are 10 of the best Kenya Safari lodges & camps (in alphabetical order).

1. Angama Mara

Visit the Masai Mara National Reserve for a year-round wealth of wildlife, from elephant and buffalo to big cats. It’s also home to the northern part of the annual great migration of wildebeest and zebra. At Angama Mara, each glass-fronted tent looks out over the plains of the Mara Triangle. Enjoy tree-dotted landscapes and a romantic Out of Africa picnic on the hill where scenes from the movie were shot.

Go game driving, bush walking or hot-air ballooning over the winding Mara River at dawn. Visit a Maasai manyatta (village) to learn about their age-old traditions. Enjoy a massage on your deck, gin and tonic at sunset and dinner under the stars.

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2. Campi ya Kanzi

Enjoy a memorable safari from Campi ya Kanzi next to Amboseli National Park . Relax in your tented, thatch-roofed suite and drink in the views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and Ernest Hemingway’s ‘green hills of Africa’. The small ecolodge marries comfort and an authentic safari experience in a way that protects wildlife and benefits the local Maasai community.

Go game driving or bush walking with a Maasai tracker and guide. Although the landscapes alone are worth the visit, expect to see lots of elephant in Amboseli. You’ll likely also see lion, cheetah, buffalo, hyena, zebra and giraffe.

3. Elephant Bedroom Camp

Imagine riverine forest and palm groves in an otherwise dry environment. That’s the Samburu National Reserve . One of the Kenya safari camps here is Elephant Bedroom Camp, shaded by trees on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River. The tents combine rustic African touches with luxury. There’s even a plunge pool on your deck.

Watch impala and elephant visit the unfenced camp and admire the stars during a private dinner on your deck. See lion, leopard, elephant or ‘specials’ like Beisa oryx, Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe and long-necked gerenuk on a game drive. Walk with a Samburu guide to learn about nature and Samburu culture.

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4. Elsa’s Kopje

Elsa’s Kopje on Mughwango Hill in Meru National Park gives expansive views over volcanic plains. Its name is a nod to the famous lion of Born Free, the 1966 movie based on a true story. The lodge is above the Adamsons’ original camp where they raised and released orphaned lions. The hallmarks of Elsa’s Kopje are its seclusion, luxury and views.

Come here for enormous elephant herds. You’ll also see buffalo, lion and giraffe, and rhino in the rhino sanctuary. Enjoy cool forests, rivers with rafts of hippo, and semi-desert plains with baobab trees. Get close to nature on a guided walk, enjoy a bush breakfast, massage or cultural visit to the Tharaka community.

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5. Kiboko Luxury Camp

Romantic Lake Naivasha lies in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. The tents in the intimate Kiboko Luxury Camp on its shores look out over the water, making it one of the prettiest Kenya safari camps.

Visit Hell’s Gate National Park and see pelican and flamingo at Lake Elementeita or Lake Nakuru nearby. Go hiking on the extinct volcanic crater of Mt. Longonot for expansive views. See leopard, lion, zebra and giraffe in Mt. Longonot National Park. Or just relax at camp with a great view and treat yourself to a massage.

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6. Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge

Against the backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro and the volcanic Chyulu Hills lies another top pick among Kenya safari lodges: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge. In Tsavo West National Park , the lodge overlooks a waterhole where elephant and other animals come to drink. Cool off in the pool, enjoy dinner under the stars and watch Akamba dancing.

Visit the rhino sanctuary or go with a Maasai guide on a game drive or bush walk to uncover the secrets of the wilderness. Have breakfast on the Roaring Rocks for an eagle’s-eye view of the landscape. In this ‘land of lions and lava’, see black lava that spewed from the earth. Or visit the green oasis of Mzima Springs among Tsavo’s red dust to see hippo and crocodile.

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7. Lake Nakuru Lodge

Lake Nakuru Lodge is an ecolodge inside Lake Nakuru National Park . The soda lake here is on the Ramsar List of Wetlands. It is superb for birding, drawing hundreds of flamingo, pelican and other species. Don’t miss a game drive to see some 50 mammal species such as lion, rhino, buffalo and Rothschild’s giraffe. See the Makalia Falls and enjoy views of tropical forests, yellow fever trees and the lake from Baboon Cliff.

Relax on your private veranda at the lodge with views of the lake or surrounding mountains. Take a dip in the pool or stroll around lush gardens. Go horse riding, get a massage, sip romantic sundowners overlooking the lake and revel in evening dance performances.

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8. Lewa Safari Camp

Stay at the intimate Lewa Safari Camp for access to 26ha/64ac of the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy near snow-capped Mt. Kenya. You’ll love your large tented suite and the views from the veranda. Go on a game drive to see lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, cheetah and Grevy’s zebra. Stars of the show are the black and white rhino that form one of the main conservation priorities here.

Enjoy a walk with your guide and perhaps take a picnic to the Ngare Ndare Forest to walk among the tree canopy. Ride a horse to meet wildlife on its own terms. Visit a Samburu homestead to discover their culture.

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9. Loisaba Tented Camp

Resting on the edge of an escarpment in a huge Laikipia conservancy , Loisaba Tented Camp shows off with an outlook over tree-speckled plains towards Mt. Kenya. Enjoy views from floor-to-ceiling windows in your luxury tent. After an early morning game drive to see elephant, lion, leopard and wild dog, relax at the infinity pool with its wraparound views.

Go horse riding past herds of zebra and elephant. Get active on a bush walk with a Samburu guide. Spike your adrenaline with a mountain-bike ride down the escarpment. Visit a Samburu village to see how the people live and watch them dance.

10. Ol Pejeta Bush Camp

Ol Pejeta Bush Camp lies in the foothills of the Aberdares, with views of Mt. Kenya. Wildlife regularly visits a salt lick on the other side of the Ewaso Nyiro River, providing excellent wildlife viewing from camp.

Head out on a game drive in the conservancy to see the Big Five, cheetah, African wild dog, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx and Jackson’s hartebeest. Learn about the rhino conservation project here and visit the chimpanzee sanctuary. A walking safari is a chance to learn about birds, plants and tracks. Go for a picnic, visit a local community and spend evenings around the fire.

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About Angama

More than a place, Angama is the simple belief in looking after one another — our guests, our team and our neighbours, both human and wild.

Swahili for ‘suspended in mid-air’, Angama offers high-touch safari experiences in one-of-a-kind locations across East Africa.

A Different Style of Safari

Breathtaking views, warm Kenyan service, contemporary African design and intuitive guiding are just some of Angama’s signatures. Meet our lovely properties below:

Angama Mara

The flagship lodge sitting 1,000 feet in the air overlooking the Maasai Mara, where days are spent exploring its incredible wildlife diversity and guests are always spoiled for choice. Each of the Tented Suites are perched along the Great Rift Valley’s edge, with floor-to-ceiling glass walls providing unparalleled views.

Angama Amboseli

An intimate lodge of just 10 suites in a private sanctuary, renown for its density and diversity of wildlife. Set in a Fever Tree forest against the famed backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak, here is where some of the last Super Tusker elephants roam.

Angama Safari Camp

Find yourself amidst the action of the Great Migration and the Mara’s abundant wildlife in this light-footprint tented camp. With a 13-member private staff — a Camp Host, Butler, Chef, two Guides — including two private vehicles. Staying in the park means two hours of extra game drives at times when the animals are most active (before sunrise and just after sunset).

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Endless Ways to Spend Your Days

Days at Angama are as action-packed or as gentle as you prefer. Home to Africa’s great mammals, guests in the Mara can experience everything from hot-air ballooning to beading with the Maasai Mamas. In Amboseli, Kimana Sanctuary is yours to explore whether on foot, at night — or simply stare at the mountain and watch the clouds float by.

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The Perfect Stay

We’re often asked, ‘How many days should one stay’? The truth is, there is never enough time, but the perfect stay might look something like this:

Touchdown at Angama Mara’s private airfield where a warm Kenyan welcome awaits you. Enjoy a delicious lunch out on the baraza while taking in the breath-taking view of the Mara below and the endless sky. After you settle into your tent, meet your Guide and descend into the Mara Triangle and begin your adventure.

Head out early on a full-day exploration of the Triangle. Enjoy a picnic breakfast or lunch — or both — under a desert date tree somewhere in the middle of nowhere, along the Tanzanian border. After an exciting day out, return to the lodge just in time for the sundowner Boma, as you sip on a gin and tonic while enjoying a Maasai warrior performance.

Join one of our Maasai naturalists and discover the Great Rift Valley on foot, learning about the flora, fauna through a traditional Maasai perspective. Back at your tent, enjoy a pampering massage on your private deck then spend the afternoon on a long lazy lunch in Shamba, or head out for a delightfully slow safari.

A very early start to catch a sunrise hot-air balloon flight over the Mara plains. Toast the morning’s flight with bubbles and a delicious breakfast in the heart of the Triangle, before a gentle safari back to camp in time for lunch and an afternoon at your leisure by the swimming pool. Tonight, experience Angama Mara’s lantern-lit signature Forest BBQ.

Head off on a morning drive followed by breakfast on the deck of your tent. Lunch is a romantic affair, recreating the magical picnic scene from the classic movie, Out of Africa, on the very site it was filmed. Later, join the Maasai Mamas in the Beading Studio and try your hand at their craft or ask them to bead something for you.

How to Get Here

Both Angama Mara and Angama Safari Camp are just a short 45-minute flight from Kenya’s capital of Nairobi. Guests can travel on the multiple daily scheduled flights from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport, or opt for a private charter straight to Angama’s airfield from Nairobi’s main airport, Jomo Kenyatta International.

Angama Amboseli is also reachable by daily scheduled 45-minute flights from Nairobi or by private charter directly to its airfield.

Various international airlines, as well as the national carrier, Kenya Airways, offer direct flights to Jomo Kenyatta International from hubs all over the world.

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“out of africa“.

We stayed for 5 nights at Angama Mara and we were so sad to leave. Apart from the wonderful wildlife including predators, the ambience of the camp was remarkable. Most important, the staff here couldn’t have been more attentive. Our butler Caroline was a real sweetheart and couldn’t do enough for us. Our guide Jackson showed great skill in discovering elusive predators. I am writing t …

The most amazing place!

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8 of the Best Luxury Safari Lodges in Kenya

Along with Tanzania , Kenya is the archetypal African safari destination. It is synonymous with the annual Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra, and home to iconic parks like the Maasai Mara National Reserve as well as a slew of private conservancies. For those in search of a truly memorable safari experience, Kenya also offers some of the most luxurious lodges on the continent. In this article, we take a look at a few of our favorites; ranging from classic tented camps to unique private villas.

Cottar's 1920s Safari Camp

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Cottar's 1920s Safari Camp  is located far from the crowds in the southeast corner of the Maasai Mara, near the Tanzanian border. Set in a stunning 6,000-acre private conservancy, the camp consists of just 10 luxury tents decorated in a nostalgic 1920s style that recreates the safari golden age. Each white canvas tent comes with an en-suite bathroom, while family rooms include a living room complete with a fireplace. Meet your fellow travelers for dinner and drinks in the communal mess tents; or seek post-game drive relaxation at the swimming pool and spa. Game drives, night drives, and walking safaris all take place in an area known for its abundant wildlife. 

Tortilis Safari Camp

Tortilis Camp

Surrounded by acacia woodland,  Tortilis Safari Camp is blessed with some of the best Kilimanjaro views in the business. Here, you can enjoy game drives, walking safaris and sundowners both in Amboseli National Park itself or in the camp's 30,000-acre private concession. There are 17 luxuriously furnished Makuti tents, that all come with one main bedroom, en-suite bathroom, and private verandah. For a little extra luxury, book a stay in the camp's exclusive safari house. An on-site garden provides fresh produce for delicious meals served in the main lodge, which in turn overlooks a waterhole frequented by elephants. Other highlights include a swimming pool and spa service.

Mara Bushtops

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Located less than five kilometers from the main gate into the Maasai Mara National Park,  Mara Bushtops is a luxury tented camp set high on a hill within a private conservancy. Scenic valley views are a feature of the lodge's 12 5-star tents, as are private decks and hot tubs. The lounge and dining area includes a fine wine cellar, bar, and library; while the infinity pool doubles as an elevated game-viewing spot. Maasai guides accompany all game drives and walking safaris, and breakfasts can be enjoyed in the bush. When you want a change of scene, book a visit to a local school or Maasai village. Mara Bushtops is also renowned for its full-service Amani Spa. 

Campi ya Kanzi

Campi ya Kanzi is a unique camp built at the foot of the Chyulu Hills in southern Kenya, on communal land owned by the Maasai. Both socially and ecologically responsible, the lodge features six tented cottages and two suites, each with breathtaking views and a personal Maasai butler. If you're traveling as a group, consider booking the private Kanzi House. Meals are accompanied by spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro or enjoyed beneath a canopy of stars. On your safari, you will benefit from the knowledge of a native Maasai tracker. Special Campi ya Kanzi experiences include walking safaris into the Chyulu Hills cloud forest, horse riding and scenic Kilimanjaro flights. 

Sasaab Lodge

Sasaab Lodge is located on Samburu communal lands in northern Kenya, near the Buffalo Springs National Reserve. Perched above the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, it offers magical views across the Laikipia Plateau towards Mount Kenya; and nine luxurious, Moroccan-themed tents. All are very secluded and come with an open-air bathroom and private plunge pools. The communal area is perched upon a rocky ridge with incredible views of the river below. Samburu guides will take you on a walking safari, camel safari or traditional 4x4 game drive. Keep an eye out for regional specials including the gerenuk antelope, the Grévy's zebra, and the reticulated giraffe. 

Ol Donyo Lodge

Nestled at the foot of the Chyulu Hills, the  Ol Donyo Lodge  is located in between Amboseli and Tsavo East National Parks. Its uniquely decorated guest suites and villas boast private plunge pools and dramatic views that stretch all the way to distant Mount Kilimanjaro. Each one also has a rooftop star bed accessed via a winding stone staircase. There's an infinity pool, a massage service and an elegant dining area with an impressive wine list. Spend your days exploring the lodge's stunning surroundings on a game drive, horseback safari or guided bush walk; or immerse yourself in local culture with a visit to a Maasai village. Fly-camping can also be arranged. 

Loisaba Tented Camp

Escarpment views and chic Africana furniture are defining features of  Loisaba Tented Camp . Located in a private conservancy on the edge of the Laikipia Plateau, the camp offers six tent suites and three family suites, all with polished wood floors, private verandahs, and rainfall showers. When you're not in your room or out on safari, spend time socializing at the infinity pool or in the open lounge and bar. Activities range from visits to Samburu villages to horse riding, camel trekking, and fishing. You can even visit the sniffer dogs used by the conservancy's anti-poaching patrol. For a truly unforgettable stay, book a night in one of the  Loisaba star beds , owned by the same company. 

Lewa Safari Camp

Lewa Safari Camp 

Famous as the place where Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge stayed ahead of their Kenyan engagement in 2010, Lewa Safari Camp has access to 65,000 acres of private game viewing. Each luxury safari tent has its own verandah and en-suite bathroom, while the camp's communal areas include a sparkling swimming pool and a sitting room with an open log fire. Gourmet meals include afternoon tea and evening canapés. Whether you choose to join a game drive, a guided walk or explore on horseback, keep an eye out for Lewa's black and white rhinos. The conservancy also boasts the world's largest concentration of endangered Grévy's zebras.

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• Mt Kenya National Park
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Lodge Safari in Kenya

If you are looking to experience Kenya’s natural treasures while travelling in style, staying at some of East Africa’s spectacular lodges, join us on one of our exclusive lodge safaris.

During the day, our experienced guides will take you on game drives in our custom-built Toyota Land Cruisers. Expect to be amazed by thrilling wildlife sightings and the diverse landscapes of Kenya’s national parks. When the shadows grow longer, you will return to your lodge or tented camp.

Relax in the privacy of your room or mingle with other travellers at the bar. Watch monkeys retreat to the treetops for the night, listen to the chirping of crickets and with a little bit of luck watch elephants quench their thirst at the water hole. Dine on fine cuisine under the starry sky and rejuvenate with a hot shower, dusting off the adventures of the day.

We offer lodge safaris as scheduled group tours on set departure dates or as private tours on individual dates.

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Scheduled lodge safaris.

from 2,650 USD per person

Kenya – savannah and sea, 8 day guided lodge safari.

Eight days filled with wildlife adventures await you on this lodge safari. You will travel in a small group and explore the Masai Mara, Amboseli and Tsavo West National Parks in your 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser. Your journey ends at the tropical shores of Diani Beach.

from 4,900 USD per person

Kenya and tanzania, 10 day guided lodge safari.

Travel to some of East Africa’s greatest national parks and experience a ten-day wildlife safari of a kind: from Lake Nakuru and the Masai Mara to the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. Travel in a small group and stay at personal accommodations on this group safari.

Private Lodge Safaris

from 1,715 USD pp (7 pax)

Magical masai mara, 4 day guided lodge safari.

Experience the magical Masai Mara on this 4-day private safari. You travel with friends or family only and have enough time to explore remote corners of the game reserve. The Big Five and many more animals await. You will stay at an intimate tented camp at the Talek River.

from 1,370 USD pp (7 pax)

Northern kenya, 5 day guided lodge safari.

Embark on a private Northern Kenya safari off the beaten track. From your window seat, you experience the stunning and remote landscapes and unique wildlife of the north, large rhino populations and herds of elephants. Kenya, like you’ve never seen it before.

from 1,765 USD pp (7 pax)

Discover the great rift valley, 6 day guided lodge safari.

On this 6-day private lodge safari explore Kenya’s stunning national parks in your 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser. Look for rhinos, lions and African Wild Dogs in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park and the Masai Mara. On a walking safari experience Kenya’s wildlife up close.

from 2,105 USD pp (7 pax)

Kenya classic, 7 day guided lodge safari.

On this 7-day private lodge safari explore some of Kenya’s most-loved national parks. In your 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser you visit Tsavo West and Amboseli National Parks, Lake Naivasha and the magical Masai Mara. A classic Kenyan safari.

from 2,525 USD pp (7 pax)

Kenya – the home of the safari, 7 day guided lodge safari.

Experience Kenya’s diverse landscapes and wildlife on this 7-day private lodge safari: travel from the arid steppe to lush mountain forests and open grasslands, while looking for rare antelopes and large elephant herds. At night you will stay at intimate tented camps.

What can you expect on a Lodge Safari?

You will overnight in lodges or tented camps in the national parks or just outside the borders of the parks. After an exciting day in the bush, you arrive at your accommodation.

Relax on your terrace or at the pool before you go to dinner. While the sun sets and colours the world around you orange, you will enjoy a diverse buffet or menu in the restaurant or on the veranda. Listen to the sounds of the night growing louder and louder.

After dinner, you can either retreat to the privacy of your room or chalet and reflect on the experiences of the day or share a few drinks with other guests in the lounge or by the water hole of the lodge or tented camp.

An early night is recommended in the bush, since early the next morning you have the opportunity to be woken up with a hot coffee or tea before you go on your next game drive, spotting wildlife in the cool morning hours.

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Best family safari lodges in kenya.

Alistair, our family safari expert gives you the inside scoop on the very best family and kid friendly safari lodges in Kenya

07 Jun 2021

25 oct 2022.

Alistair, our family safari expert gives you the inside scoop on the very best family and kid-friendly lodges for a Kenya safari.

These days, the vast majority of safari lodges and camps tend to tick the ‘family friendly’ box where one can enjoy nature’s finest alongside our ‘little darlings’ – in the hope that they will put the iPad down for some of it. The lodges that don’t cater for kids, really don’t, so avoid those if you are looking at taking along anyone who is under 12 at the very least. They won’t get the most out of it and consequently neither will you.

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The ‘safari experience’ is continuously evolving from what was the traditional ‘morning and afternoon game drives all conducted within the vehicle’ to a more explorative and involved activity. The focus has shifted from the dated, must-see ‘Big 5’ to a more holistic experience which tends to be more enjoyable for the younger ones as lots of it is conducted outside the vehicle: understanding the terrain and how the whole ecosystem functions; what the tiny insects are building and how; the mandatory inspection of what an elephant has left in its wake; how the traditional tribes hunt and can we try it? Just some of the other experiences that sit alongside the traditional safari and Kenya has grasped this nettle. Some Lodges in South Africa were pioneers – have a look at Jaci’s Safari Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve as a good example.

All children are different and all adults’ expectations of their kids wants and needs are too. I have therefore described 3 places below which I found offered a brilliant experience for kids. In particular a 6-year-old first time safari goer.

The 3 lodges below can be combined easily for a virtually malaria-free holiday in Kenya or can be done individually with time on the beach afterwards. What I found was that we didn’t really need beach time after spending 10 days in Laikipia on safari but it does tend to nudge the budget up a bit.

Firmly entrenched in The Lewa Conservancy’s DNA, Sophie Craig and her family run the beautiful Lewa House on the stunning Lewa Conservancy . Their 2 children live on site and make the 90 minute each-way trip to school in Nanyuki 5 days a week, the first 30 minutes of this is a game drive through the conservancy.

The lodge is beautifully built with an openness that maximises the stunning views that the lodge commands. The main thatched area, a really comfy and homely open space, the centrepiece is the enormous fireplace – the heart of every home. And this is exactly how it feels. The cottages feel like they are set up for families and house 4 people in 2 en-suite rooms, and the new Earthpods (which could easily be mistaken for Hobbit Homes!) sleep 2 but can easily accommodate a stretcher bed as they are enormous. There are outside baths and a large swimming pool. The whole of the lodge grounds are fenced off electrically so whilst you don’t get a rhino peering in through the window you know it’s safe for the kids to roam around the grounds exploring.

Lewa is one of the best places to see the Big Five in Kenya.

There is so much to do here for all age groups: The conservancy is Big 5; the rhino population is enormous (if you don’t see rhino at Lewa I would suggest a quick trip to spec savers on your return); explore the forest from the canopy walk; cool off in the fresh water pools or catch a few fresh water crabs in them; bush picnics galore; walking or horse riding and if you are feeling really adventurous get out in a helicopter to explore the local terrain with the doors off – a real once in a lifetime experience. On your return to the lodge enjoy a drink by the fire as the kids have an early dinner. Babysitting is readily available but you are not likely to be up long after long active days in these incredible surroundings. I would suggest a minimum 3 night stay to enable you to get the most out of Lewa and all the activities on offer. You could quite easily be here for longer without going over old ground as there is so much to do.

Saruni Samburu

Saruni Samburu is a short two hour drive up the road takes you down off the fertile Laikipia Plateau and into the much hotter and more arid area of Samburu . Here the soil is so dark red that it colours the mighty river a lovely shade of brown that Willy Wonka would be proud of. Saruni is set on a private concession called Kalama overlooking the Samburu National Reserve which is host to the Big 5 as well as the Samburu Special 5 , endemic to the area (Reticulated Giraffe, Beisa Oryx, Grevy’s Zebra, Somali Ostrich and the Gerenuk antelope). Game drives are done in both the reserve and on the Kalama concession.

Saruni has only 6 rooms, correctly described as villas. What they lack in quantity they more than make up for in style and size. Four of these Villas are family size and have at least 2 enormous bedrooms, a communal living area and every single bit of the villa tries to maximize the most amazing views out over the Samburu Reserve. The villas are deliberately open to the elements so that the cool breeze can circulate during the day but can be closed up entirely at night. The lodge has 2 swimming pools – a good dinner debate of which one has the best view!

What makes this place so wonderful for kids is the activities and how they are guided. All the staff at Saruni are local Samburu and all are dressed in their traditional garb – there is no khaki here – so your guide is an authentic spear bearing Samburu Warrior . Makes for a great start to any game drive for a youngster. The longer game drives down in the reserve are always punctuated with breakfast or snack stops which is a full-on meal in the bush, so no one gets hungry.

Walks (for most ages but dependent on season) are conducted within the concession and the highlight was an enormous scorpion that was coaxed out of its burrow and of course the Warrior academy . This is an activity aimed at family time so both adults and children can participate should they want to and focuses on bush craft and the ways of the local Samburu people. By the end of it you will all be loosing shafts from your homemade bows! For the more active or elder children there is the opportunity to climb Mt Ololokwe, the sacred mountain or visit rock art caves.

Whilst Saruni is at home hosting both safari honeymooners or for a Kenya family holiday , it’s difficult to come away not having an amazing time and a quite different experience altogether from Laikipia. Again, malaria is a very low risk in this area too.

Heading back south and into a different part of Laikipia you will find El Karama Lodge . Another haven for youngsters to experience the great outdoors. This private wildlife conservancy sits alongside a working dairy farm and whilst that sounds like would detract from your wilderness experience, actually, it adds another dimension and also becomes very much part of it. Sophie and Murray Grant who run the tourism side of the business and host the lodge, again have 2 young children so the focus of every stay is making it as family friendly and as a fun as possible. From the rooms, all of which have options for spare beds and one which is even called The Hobbit House, to the activities (Bush school & fly camping to the enormous walk-in rabbit run), to the fun and games around the pool which is a big part of what El Karama is all about.

The farm offers a different perspective to life in rural Kenya and is a fun and interesting place to spend a bit of time. Not just with the dairy cows but also having a good look round the enormous veggie garden that supplies the lodge with all its greenery that finds its way on to your plate. The guides are superb with kids – I would say that whilst the standard everywhere was excellent in terms of child friendly guides, El Karama came out on top. They were always eager to please and would happily take the children off to make plaster of paris prints of a lion’s footprint or always have a little surprise up their sleeve – my daughter was over the moon when we stopped for sundowners and the guide pulled out her dinner of chicken and chips! We then had an amazing night-drive interaction with a male lion roaring away literally metres from our vehicle. There were also the camera traps, which we planted overnight with our guide and came back the next day to see what we had snared and of course the leopard mirrors – installed by Murray as a project but another talking point for the kids.

We could have stayed for at least 5 nights. Although, had we done so we would have left a few stone heavier! In all honesty this would have to be said for all 3 lodges. The food everywhere was outstanding and there was always an option for the kids.

I would certainly have no hesitation in recommending any of these 3 as a stand alone experience or all joined together. Generally I would say heading north into Laikipia and Samburu offers a more family focussed experience where the animals are an important part of the safari but not the sole focus. Everyone will come back having had an amazing experience and learned about the local culture, traditions and environment.

Other lodges that would be in the mix for an excellent family friendly safari would be:

Kichwa Tembo and Kicheche Main Camp in the Masai Mara ; Elephant Bedroom in Samburu; Satao Camp or Serena Kilaguni in Tsavo National Park .

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