Lewa and Borana are one of Kenya’s best conservation success stories and home to one of East Africa’s largest rhino habitats. For those who love action packed adventure, this is an ideal spot.
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Nine exclusive rooms dot the Lewa landscape
Located at the foot of Africa’s second highest mountain, Mount Kenya, the two conservancies tore down their fences in 2013 to form one giant wildlife habitat totalling over 90,000 acres.
Read moreThe Lewa-Borana Landscape is home to 14% of Kenya's rhino population and 11% of the world's population of endangered Grevy's zebra.
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Located approximately 240 kilometres north east of Nairobi, the Lewa/Borana landscape offers guests the trip of a lifetime with its unforgettable combination of scenery, superb game viewing, excellent hospitality and conservation education.
Their holistic approach commits tourism, livestock and other commercial enterprises to building local livelihoods and enhance ecosystem integrity. Borana has assisted the funding, development, marketing and management of community-owned conservation initiatives like Tassia, Oreteti and Il N’gwesi and they work collaboratively with the Kenya Wildlife Service to ensure that their neighbours are not adversely affected by human wildlife conflict.
Set amidst 90,000 acres of sprawling savannah, the Lewa-Borana-Landscape boasts some of the most spectacular views in northern Kenya. With one of the highest wildlife densities in Kenya including 10% and 14% of the country’s black and white rhinos respectively, the Conservancies are also home to the world's single largest population of Grevy's zebras. It is also the best place to spot herds of elephants and buffalo, giraffes, lions, cheetahs, more than 400 species of birds and if lucky, a pack of wild dogs.
The landscape’s birdlife is very impressive as well. With over 350 species to spot, this really is a paradise for keen birders. They include grebes, pelicans, cormorants, herons and egrets, storks, ibises and spoonbills, flamingos, ducks and geese, loads of raptors to name a few, remember to pack the binoculars!
We were able to see many black and white rhinos including a baby that was about 24 hours old with the umbilical cord still visible. We saw all the “Big Five” during our time there but the real highlight are the rhinos.
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The beautiful Lewa-Borana landscape should be on everyone’s bucket list due to the incredible terrain, wildlife and activities on offer.
Home of one of the highest populations of black and white rhinos in Kenya. Track rhinos on foot for a thrilling experience.
The views are amazing with Mt Kenya and northern Kenya easily sited on clear days.
The destination is fantastic for those looking for a more active safari including horseback riding, mountain biking and walking safaris to name a few.
Arijiju stands as a stunning architectural masterpiece and one of Kenya's most captivating houses. Situated amidst the rolling hills of the Borana Conservancy, this exclusive-use retreat seamlessly blends modern design with Swahili and Ethiopian influences. Committed to conservation, Arijiju collaborates closely with neighboring properties and communities to protect wildlife and migration corridors. Furthermore, the lodge exemplifies sustainability by utilizing local materials and harnessing solar power, showcasing a harmonious coexistence with the environment.
A simply stunning boutique lodge in one of the most renowned wildlife conservancies in Africa - Lewa. Elewana provide the most exclusive experience for their guests, with exquisite food and service from start to finish
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, spanning the Laikipia plains, attracts celebrities, royals, conservationists, writers, and photographers. It offers unparalleled wildlife viewing with a thriving population of Grevy's zebras and protection for over 150 Black and White rhinos. Elewana Lewa Safari Camp provides comfortable accommodations, featuring tented bedrooms, ensuite bathrooms, and cozy log fires. This exclusive retreat grants access to 65,000 acres of private protected wilderness, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the captivating beauty of the conservancy.
Lewa Wilderness is one of Kenya’s original private safari experiences located on the private Lewa Conservancy which is approximately 65,000acres. It has just nine comfortable thatched cottages built to capture the stunning views out over the valley and the sound of the river below where elephants, giraffe, rhino, zebra and more, all come to drink. For forty years guests have been coming to this remarkable lodge to be part of an adventure like no other. Those four decades have seen that passion pass down through the Craig family who proudly continue to own and manage Lewa Wilderness.
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