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Chada Katavi

Chada Katavi offers guests an authentic safari camp experience in the heart of Katavi National Park. Retreat into nature at this simple yet comfortable bush camp, where guests can enjoy wildlife viewing from the comfort of their private verandah. The camp overlooks the Chada Plain from the shade of the acacia and tamarind trees, and its proximity to the river and waterholes means that guests will be able to watch the many resident hippos as they lounge in the cooling waters. The camp’s natural aesthetic and small size of just 6 tents offers an exclusive safari experience, and a chance to get away from the rest of the world, immersing yourself in the stunning natural world that Western Tanzania has to offer.

Kicheche Laikipia Camp

Kicheche Laikipia is a small and intimate camp, tucked beneath shady, leafy trees at the edge of a dense forest in the shadows of Mount Kenya. Views from the tent encompasses African bush and a watering hole where thirsty animals frequently gather to have a refreshing drink on hot days. The camp is a Gold Eco Rated Facility by EcoTourism Kenya, and this can be demonstrated in the light footprint that the camp leaves and how it blends into the surrounding Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This conservancy is quiet and private, allowing for excellent game viewing and night game drives. The areas surrounding the camp are sanctuaries for many endangered species such as black rhino, elephant and Grevy’s zebra. Guests of Kicheche Laikipia will receive a unique experience and make long-lasting memories from this camp in the heart of Kenya.

Lewa House

Lewa House is a safari lodge that rests on a hilltop, overseeing the rolling hills, plunging valleys and The Scared Mountain, Mount Ololokwe. The lodge is owned by Calum and Sophie Macfarlane and has a comfortable family atmosphere. Meals are served around a large communal table and the lodge also includes a lounge area where guests can get together and swap exciting safari stories with one another. The exclusive camp consists of just three cottages and four earth pod rooms, all of which are built from natural materials and designed to blend into the landscape and maintain the natural beauty of the area. Lewa House is located at the heart of the Lewa Conservancy, a wildlife sanctuary that spans 62,000-acres and is home to 15% of Kenya’s critically endangered black rhino population.

Lewa Wilderness

Tucked away amongst the tall trees that crown the hillside overlooking the Eastern Marania Valley, rests Lewa Wilderness – a picturesque safari lodge where guests can enjoy the incredible wildlife and stunning landscapes within the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. With just nine cottages, all spaced apart for privacy, guests can enjoy an exclusive safari experience that allows you to immerse yourself in the heart of the wilderness. Lewa Wilderness has its own beautiful gardens, a peaceful space where guests can relax during the hottest part of the day, and enjoy a good book from the lodge’s library. You can also take a refreshing dip in the lodge’s pool, which looks out over the endless plains, and relax in the shaded lounge area beside the water. Unwind at the lodge and enjoy its tranquil atmosphere between exciting safari activities.

Sabuk Lodge

Sabuk Lodge is a remote haven, situated at the edge of the Northern Laikipia Plateau. The lodge rests atop a cliff that offers guests beautiful views of the Ewaso Nyiro River and the rolling hills that arc across the horizon. Gaze across the Laikipia plains that lead to Mount Kenya and experience stunning views of the Karisa Hills and Mathews Mountains. Take the opportunity to venture into the wilderness on the back of a camel and meander around the rocky outcrops and clusters of trees that are dotted around the valley. Guests will be able to enjoy a range of fun activities such as safaris, nature walks and fishing and swimming in the Ewaso Niyiro River before returning to camp, where a delicious meal will be waiting in the cosy dining area which looks out across the sloping plains. Some of the cottages feature a star bed, which allows guests to lie out and spend an entire night under the twinkling stars.

Encounter Mara

On the plains of the renowned Naboisho Conservancy, Encounter Mara sits near the border of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, and is host to the Big 5 and a plethora of vibrant wildlife. The landscape of the Naboisho Conservancy is a lush haven for animals, and its exclusivity makes for some of the most stunning game viewing in the region with a diminished human presence. The luxury tents of the camp are nestled in a grove of acacia trees allowing for tranquil privacy as guests recline in secluded luxury. Attentive staff are happy to tailor a unique experience for travellers visiting Encounter Mara, and are the backbone of the award-winning eco-camp.

Eagle View

Eagle View, is located atop a natural hilltop overlooking a natural waterhole where the unexpected interaction between the predators and their prey provides constant entertainment to our guests. Here guests experience exclusivity, privacy, and abundant wildlife while enjoying one of the best safari experiences on the Savannah. Situated in Naboisho Conservancy a highly acclaimed model for nature conservation management, Eagle View was in 2013 nominated by National Geographic Travellers Magazine as one of the top 25 eco-lodges in the world. The only nominee in Kenya. Eagle View has 9 spacious and luxurious tented suites with ensuite bathrooms and own terrace, 18 beds altogether, elevated dining area, viewing deck, PC and internet available in the reception area. Marvel at the abundance of wildlife in Mara Naboisho Conservancy as you enjoy guided walking safaris and day or night game drives in the company of our knowledgeable Maasai guides.

Kicheche Valley Camp

Kicheche Valley Camp, nestled in a woodland of acacia trees, is located in the exclusive and protected Naboisho Conservancy. Guests are guaranteed privacy and seclusion, as this conservancy is a low tourist density area. The camp blends into the wildlife, allowing guests to feel at one and in the heart of nature. Luxury without being excessive, the camp is comfortable and intimate, with only 6 tents set on platforms, with wide floor to ceiling windows affording almost 180° views of the vast plains from the comfort of your bed. Guests will not leave disappointed as the conservancy has a dense game population, including the highest density of giraffes in the Maasai Mara ecosystem and other animals such as lion, buffalo, zebra and various species of bird such as the cattle egret and green sandpiper.

Mara Nyika Camp

Mara Nyika Camp is set nestled into a small woodland of umbrella thorn trees in the exclusive and protected Mara Naboisho Conservancy. This is an intimate and luxury camp, only accommodating 10 guests when at full capacity making this the perfect spot for a quiet but exciting safari experience, uninterrupted by large numbers of people. Suites are accessed by wooden walkways, and are on raised platforms affording stunning views over the vast rolling plains. The décor is comfortable, warm and traditional with a touch of luxury, explaining the Relais and Chateaux property recognition.

Serian The Original

Located in the 80,000-acre North Mara Conservancy, Serian The Original is an intimate safari camp made up of just 5 spacious tents which are elevated on hardwood decking to provide guests with sweeping views of the wilderness and Mara River. Serian The Original is one of just 10 camps in the Mara North Conservancy, giving guests a private and exclusive safari experience. The low density of tourism within the Mara North Conservancy also means that the camps have a minimal impact on the environment, protecting wildlife habitats. Serian The Original gives guests a chance to get away from the rest of the world and take a digital detox. Enjoy the Maasai Mara’s incredible scenery and wildlife viewing from the comfort of the camp while sipping a refreshing beverage from Serian’s bar.