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The sanctuary on 14,500 acres of stunning hills and valleys of exceptional flora and fauna, is a synergetic conservation tourism partnership between a maasai community, donors and investors. 4 luxurious fully-staffed, full-service houses are available individually or as exclusive use. each architect-designed house echoes a voice of africa and is located to ensure your privacy. all the houses have an abundant mixture of unique courtyards, decks, gardens, lawns and en suite bedrooms. some have plunge pools. the property has a library, spa and pool, and enjoys wireless access to internet via satellite broadband. activities include, conservation and community work, horse riding and camel trekking, mountain and quad biking, game drives and walking – day and night, bush meals and & picnics. optional extras include bush-skills course, bird shooting in the chalbi desert, kayaking and river rafting, light aircraft and helicopter trips, trips to other parks and reserves, trout fishing on mt. kenya and visits to craft village. the chief’s house, african contemporary style, 3 bedrooms; sleeps 6 as doubles or twins the sultan’s house, swahili style, 1 or 2 bedrooms; sleeps 2-4 as double, or double plus twin the eyrie, african retro style, 1 bedroom; sleeps 2 as double the colonel’s house, campaign style, 2 bedrooms; sleeps 4 as doubles or twins |
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Ol Malo, the place of the Greater Kudu, is nestled into a rugged escarpment on the northern edge of Laikipia plateau. It is an ancient land inhabited by wildlife and peoples of a time long ago, undisturbed and living by the rhythm of nature. To stay at Ol Malo is to live by a different rhythm - wake up to see the mind-blowing sunrise, framing the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya. Celebrate the new day with a dawn ride into the wilderness while keeping the tempo by the roll of the camel’s stride. Visit the colourful Samburu nomads of the North and in the cooler hours of the day, enjoy a game drive in the sanctuary and with the dying sun, sink into the waters of the pool. At night luxuriate in the peace and comfort of Ol Malo and tune into the magical sounds of wild Africa under an ancient starscape. |
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Borana Ranch lies 16 miles from the equator and 6,500 feet above sea level. It is set on the edge of Samangua Valley with panoramic views of Mount Kenya, Borana plains and Ngare Ndare forest. Adjacent to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, its unique geographical situation makes the 35,000-acre ranch a haven for a wide diversity of wildlife. The ranch is home to 50 indigenous tree families and over 300 species of bird life, supplemented throughout the year by a multitude of migratory visitors. Accommodation is in 06 cottages, all with open fireplace, en suite bathroom and private veranda. Activities include day and night game drives and escorted nature walks, horse riding, fly-fishing on Mt Kenya and bush meals. |
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Lewa Downs Wilderness, located on the foot of Mount Kenya, accommodates 16 guests in en suite cottages. The food is wholesome, ranch style and organically grown. A Kenya conservation success, Lewa has been the Craig family home, whose ethics are "leave room for the wildlife", since the 1920s. The conservancy has great wildlife densities and one can see all of Africa’s Big Five on Lewa; the conservancy provides a refuge for several endangered species including rhino, grevy’s zebra and sitatunga antelope. Day and night game drives – and incredible bird watching – are in open 4x4 vehicles. Other game viewing options include horse-back riding and on camels during escorted bush walks. Other activities include cultural visits to local communities and prehistoric sites as well as farm and crafts tours. Swimming, tennis and jogging are available. |
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Loisaba Game Sanctuary, the size of Ngorongoro Crater, is a haven for over 260 bird species and 50 wildlife species. To the north lies grassy plateau plains and to the south, the valleys, cliffs and escarpments that frame stunning views of snowcapped Mount Kenya. At their base lies a riverine ecosystem on the banks of two rivers. Alongside all the more usual types, elephant, buffalo, grevy zebra and greater kudu abound as well as big cat sightings and wild dogs. Situated amongst nomadic Samburu and Laikipiak Maasai people, Loisaba offers a rare insight into their cultures, traditions and a way of life that has stood the test of time. Guests at Loisaba have a variety of accommodations to chose from, including Loisaba Lodge, Loisaba Star Beds, Loisaba House and Loisaba Cottage – with the House and Cottage being for exclusive hire. Accommodation package is all-inclusive of meals, game viewing activities and drinks. Loisaba Lodge has 7 rooms - 4 doubles and 3 twins, all en-suite. Constructed from stone, local timber and thatch, the lodge is perched high on the edge of the plateau looking south towards Mount Kenya. The views are legendary and a water hole a few hundred feet below draws continuous wildlife. Loisaba Star Beds - these two sets of Star Beds are unique to Loisaba. The original set, Kiboko, are among a kopje of rocks overlooking a waterhole. The newer set, Koijo, is 8 kilometres south on the banks of Ewaso N’giro River. Each Star Bed is a handcrafted wooden raised platform, partially covered with thatched roof. Homemade ‘Mukokoteni’ (uniquely designed bed on wheels’), are wheeled onto the open deck area for a night under the stars or left under the shelter of the roof. Both Star Beds comprise of 2 double sleeping platforms and one twin platform, each platform en-suite and with a large camp-style shower and sited for complete privacy. Loisaba House - A truly exclusive, self-contained private house built on the edge of the escarpment with spectacular views over Laikipia plains towards Mount Kenya is made entirely from local stone and thatch. Two large en-suite bedrooms surround a duplex sitting room, bar and dining room. An eye-level swimming pool on the lip of the thousand foot escarpment lies at the foot of the garden. Loisaba Cottage is approximately 9kms from the main lodge. It is set back from the escarpment in beautifully landscaped gardens with a private swimming pool. The Cottage has three double en-suite rooms with shower and one double/twin room with access to large bathroom via an external staircase. |
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