Laikipia
Laikipia, is a vast and diverse region renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, and innovative conservation initiatives.
Home to a remarkable array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and rare species such as Grevy’s zebras and reticulated giraffes, Laikipia offers unparalleled opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography.
In general, a stay in Laikipia is more about the stunning scenery, cultural experiences and activities, with areas such as the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Ol Pejeta and Solio offering excellent game-viewing. In fact, these areas are some of the most reliable in all of Africa to see not only see rhino, but also to get an in-depth look at conservation work in action.
What sets Laikipia apart is its unique conservation model, which emphasizes the coexistence of wildlife, livestock, and local communities. Private conservancies, ranches, and community-owned lands in Laikipia work together to promote sustainable land management practices, wildlife conservation, and community development initiatives
Activities include camelback safaris, horse riding, quad biking, helicopter safaris, walking safaris, mountain biking, fishing and participating in conservation projects such as Grevy’s zebra or rhino research in Lewa or the Laikipia Predator Project.
Cultural experiences are extremely special, and you can visit villages and schools, special community projects. All these activities make the area great for families and a perfect addition to days of game viewing safari in the Mara.
Governors Mugie House
Governors Mugie House is the perfect addition to the Governors’ Camp Collection. Set on a private conservancy, Mugie House offers a myriad of activities by which to explore and enjoy its vast open landscapes and abundant wildlife.
Perched on a hill are nine individual stone cottages, each with sweeping views of the Laikipia landscape.
Sanctuary Tambarare
Sanctuary Tambarare is a brand new camp ready to welcome you. This beautiful camp is located in Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia.
Nestled amongst fever trees in the shadow of Mount Kenya, Sanctuary Tambarare, opened on 1 June 2022, delivers the perfect balance of adventure and serenity. Sanctuary Tambarare looks out across the grassy plateau of the award-winning Ol Pejeta Conservancy, 90,000 acres of unspoilt African landscape, where the Big Five roam, including the last two northern white rhinos on earth.
Loisaba Tented Camp
Perched on the edge of an escarpment, Loisaba Tented Camp is designed to capitalize on unhindered views across Laikipia’s mottled landscape all the way to Mt Kenya. All accommodations and main areas enjoy a breathtaking vantage point over an expansive panorama.
Loisaba Lodo Springs
Ol Lentile
Ol Lentille brings secluded luxury to life with 4 fully serviced villas set within our 40,000 acres conservation area in Laikipia, Kenya. Regarded as one of the most unique safari lodges in Kenya for its unmatched location, rare beauty, and ancient roots, Ol Lentille offers a very different approach to luxury travel fueled by conservation and community.
Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club
Nestled amongst fever trees in the shadow of Mount Kenya, Sanctuary Tambarare, opened on 1 June 2022, delivers the perfect balance of adventure and serenity. Sanctuary Tambarare looks out across the grassy plateau of the award-winning Ol Pejeta Conservancy, 90,000 acres of unspoilt African landscape, where the Big Five roam, including the last two northern white rhinos on earth.
Laragai House
Laragai House is a family home built on Borana Conservancy, a perfect escape for a group of friends or families who would like to stay in an exclusive use property. The house sleeps 16 guests in eight bedrooms who are warmly received by our team of highly experienced staff.
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.