Kenya's natural beauty is astounding: from snow capped mountains to the deep Rift Valley with its extinct volcanoes and springs; from wide open plains,
deserts, savannahs and forests inland to sandy beaches and coral reefs on
the coast. A world centre for active adventure holidays as well as safaris,
Kenya has some of the best and most accessible game viewing in the world! All this together with its friendly, hospitable people and tropical climate
has meant that Kenya has won many a heart! Why not have a look at our top
recommendations on places to stay below...BUT don't forget that we can
arrange accommodation anywhere, just contact our dedicated the Seyexclusive
team.
Elsa's Kopje Lodge Elsa’s Kopje is named after Elsa the lioness, of “Born Free” fame. The lodges spectacular setting allows you one of the best views in Kenya, of white and black rhino and the rare grevy zebra, in their natural habitat. Elsa’s Kopje is built above the site of George Adamson’s original campsite, blending into the rocky crags of the “kopje” (small hill). Its 8 cottages each boast an ultimate ‘room-with-a-view’, uniquely designed and crafted, and incorporating the natural features of the rocky hillside. Elsa’s Honeymoon Suite is a triple level room, with a sitting room, double bedroom, en-suite bathroom and breathtaking views. What's more, as one of the only fully operational lodges in the Meru National Park, Lodge guests have virtually the entire park to themselves!
Elsa's Kopje Private House Elsa’s Private House is a spacious, stylish, exclusive hideaway set slightly apart from the main lodge Elsa’s Kopje. Perfect for families and privacy seekers, it has 1 double room and 1 twin, both with their own en-suite bathrooms. There is a large private living and dining area, leading seamlessly outdoors into a private garden and swimming pool. As with the lodge, its position affords a breathtaking 360º view of the surrounding volcanic plains. What's more, as one of the only fully operational lodges in the Meru National Park, its guests have virtually the entire park to themselves. Meru National Park incorporates a 44km² rhino sanctuary, home to over 40 white rhino, and 20 black rhino. The size of the sanctuary ensures a feeling of wilderness, and finding the rhino is still a game drive challenge!
Sabuk Lodge The stunning Sabuk Lodge is perched on the high banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in the Northern Frontier District, overlooking the Laikipia Plateau and Samburu land. The lodge has 6 beautifully furnished open sided en-suite cottages. Sabuk is fashioned out of the local landscape and built with local materials. Open fronted and private verandas face out over the river gorge 150 feet below. With it's relaxed and homely style, 3 family cottages and it's walking and river activities (swimming and tubing) Sabuk is a family paradise. Not only that, but being private land Laikipia is the only area in East Africa where wildlife numbers are increasing!
Sabuk Eagle Cottages Eagle Cottages is a private cottage, part of the Sabuk Lodge perched on the high banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in the Northern Frontier District, overlooking the Laikipia Plateau and Samburu land. The open-fronted stone cottage is shaped creatively along the side of a gorge, overlooking the rushing waters of the river. Its location in Northern Laikipia offers you one of the best chances in Kenya to view wild dog and 4 of the big 5, and set on private land allows you the privilege of walking on the Samburu tribal lands.
Loisaba Lodge A place of deep serenity, Loisaba, a 61,000 acre private ranch and game sanctuary, attracts big game just as it attracts guests; both groups know they will be safe and well looked after, free to roam unconfined and undisturbed. Constructed from stone, local timber and thatch, Loisaba lodge is perched high on the edge of the plateau looking south towards Mount Kenya. Each of its 7 rooms has large French windows that open onto a private deck cantilevered off the escarpment. The views are legendary, and a water hole a few hundred feet below draws continuous wildlife.
Loisaba House A place of deep serenity, Loisaba, a 61,000 acre private ranch and game sanctuary, attracts big game just as it attracts guests; both groups know they will be safe and well looked after, free to roam unconfined and undisturbed. Loisaba House is a truly exclusive, self-contained private house built on the edge of the escarpment entirely from local stone and thatch. The location and architecture of the house are breathtaking. The house has its own staff, game-drive vehicle and a private, cliff-top swimming pool. The ultimate hideaway, for small groups.
Loisaba Cottage A place of deep serenity, Loisaba, a 61,000 acre private ranch and game sanctuary, attracts big game just as it attracts guests; both groups know they will be safe and well looked after, free to roam unconfined and undisturbed. Loisaba Cottage is approximately 9kms from the main lodge but has the use of all of its facilities. It is set back from the escarpment in beautifully landscaped gardens with a private swimming pool, its own staff and game drive vehicle . The Cottage has three double en-suite rooms with shower and one double/twin room with access to a large bathroom via an external staircase and to top it all off a log fire in the sitting room.
Loisaba Star Beds(Koija & Kiboko) The 2 sets of Star Beds, unique to Loisaba, are situated in the private ranch and game sanctuary, and allow you to fulfil your romantic dreams of sleeping under the stars while still having the use of all the Lodge facillities. Each Star Bed is designed on a raised wooden platform, and can either be wheeled onto the open deck for a night under the stars (and a mosquito net), or left under the shelter of the roof. The Kiboko Star Beds, 20 minutes drive from Loisaba lodge are located in one of the eastern valleys overlooking the 'Kiboko' waterhole. The Koija Star Beds, 30 minutes drive from the lodge, are cantilevered over the flowing Ewaso Nyiro River below. Guests are guided and hosted by a team of traditional Samburu and Laikipiak Maasai warriors. Food is prepared in a traditional camp kitchen, Barbeque style.
Joy's Camp An elegant oasis in the arid lands of Samburu; Joy’s Camp is built on the site of Joy Adamson’s tented home in Shaba National Reserve. The camp overlooks a large natural spring where elephant and lion jostle for watering rights with herds of buffalo and the rare desert species of Beisa Oryx, reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra. Each of the 10 sumptuous tents is uniquely decorated with Boran/Somali cloth design and has breathtaking views of the surrounding hills, with its own private veranda - ideal for game viewing as well as relaxing, reading and soaking up the truly wild environs offered by Shaba.
Saruni Samburu Lodge Saruni Samburu is a ‘design’ lodge located 7km north of Samburu National Reserve, in the private 95,000 hectare Kalama conservancy, a crucial migratory corridor between the wilds of North and South Kenya. The 4 cottages and large swimming pool have a spectacular view over several waterholes where the famous Samburu reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra gather to drink. But the traditions and semi-nomadic heritage of the local Samburu people too, are an important part of the experience. Led by professional Samburu guides, Saruni Lodge guests enjoy a new dimension of this rightfully popular region: the feeling of exclusivity, of having an incredibly large area to themselves, and a high level of comfort and tailor-made service.
Elephant Pepper Camp Elephant Pepper Camp is situated within the protected Koiyaki wilderness area in the Masai Mara. Its hidden in a grove of elephant pepper trees overlooking the Mara plains, well away from other lodges, and sits next to a waterhole attracting lots of game during the dry periods and encouraging elephants to wonder freely around the camp at night time. It is a traditional tented camp, and although extremely comfortable with spacious tents and en-suite bathrooms, the camp is very low key - with eco-friendly flush toilets, traditional safari showers and no generator to interfere with the sounds of the resident lion pride! With no traffic, no permanent structures, just the sights and sounds of the African bush, Elephant Pepper Camp brings people back to nature!
Cottar's 1920's Camp Cottars 1920s Camp is set among beautiful hills in an exclusive concession between the Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Loliondo reserves. Untouched by any kind of tourism or development it guarantees privacy and an abundance of wildlife. The camp accommodates up to 22 guests in 10 authentic white canvas tents, with verandas and en-suite bathrooms and dressing rooms all luxuriously furnished with original safari antiques from the 1920s. This camp returns to the original spirit and essence of 'safari' which has been described as "reminiscent of a golden era - an era of romance, professional guiding, adventure and elegance, in a timelessly unspoiled setting with panoramic views and boundless game," (Cottars 1995). This camp extends an era of luxury and quality to all that stay there!
Kiwayu Off Kenya's remote North coast, Kiwayu is situated 40 km north of Lamu, between the Kiunga Marine Reserve and Dodori Forest Reserve. It nestles amongst sand dunes overlooking a sheltered lagoon and the Indian Ocean. Tranquillity and privacy are provided by all 18 spacious bandas (thatched shelters crafted by hand from local materials), family banda or honeymoon suite, spread out along 1 km of private sandy shoreline. Just outside the bandas there are over 7 kms of private, white sandy beaches to wander along and enjoy. Whether you fancy just watching the turtles, dolphins and whales or fishing for the sailfish, Kiwayu offers a retreat to those who wish to return to a natural lifestyle and who desire contact with the best and most simple sea-faring life that Kenya can offer.
Kinondo Kwetu Kinondo Kwetu is often described as a ‘home away from home’ - a paradise for those wanting a more personal experience on the Kenyan coast. Located on the private Galu Beach, south of Diani, distanced from residential neighbours by rocky cliffs and endless beach, Kinondo Kwetu is protected by the National Museum due to its surrounding holy forests and sacred land. With various accommodation ranging from garden cottages to larger villas with suites, all surrounded by shady gardens and just a few steps from the white sandy beach, Kinondo Kwetu can cater for up to 38 people and is also able to facilitate exclusive use of selected parts. In addition to relaxing in the sun or swimming in the Indian Ocean, Kinondo Kwetu also offers an impressive selection of exciting activities on both land and water.
Little Governors’ Camp The Little Governors' camp is situated in Maasai Mara National Reserve, well reputed for a rich concentration of wildlife and the famous wildebeest migration across the river between July and August. A quiet and intimate camp, Little Governors' and its romantic setting is quite the adventure to get to, with a boat ride across the Mara River, followed by an escorted walk through the forest. Vehicles are left on the far river bank, so the camp is peaceful and undisturbed. The camps 17 luxury en-suite tents are tucked around a large watering hole, a hub of animal and bird activity, which guests can observe from their decked verandas. Little Governors' is unfenced, so its guests can truly be at one with nature and the animals around them; including the odd elephant or resident warthog that might wander by!
Govenor's IL Moran Camp The Governors’ IL Moran Camp is an intimate camp for those who want that extra bit of luxury, and widely regarded as the premiere camp in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.. The Mara, situated within the Great Rift Valley, is home to the richest concentration of wildlife and provides the best view of the famous wildebeest migration across the river between July and August. The camps 10 vast en-suite tents line the winding banks of the Mara River, hidden under ancient trees, deep in the forest. Guests at IL Moran sleep in king size beds fashioned from fallen olive trees, bathe in Victorian style baths, and dine either by the banks of the river or by candlelight, alfresco or in the open dining tent. IL Moran is an ideal camp for honeymooners and couples who are looking for a very special safari experience.
Kenya is a year round destination for both exceptional game viewing and spectacular scenery BUT the greatest annual attraction takes place June - Sept and is the wildebeest migration between the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Masai Mara in Kenya.
High season Jan - Mar: Most comfortable for travelling during these warm and dry months. The wildlife is generally found around the seasonal water holes during these months, so game viewing is great. The Rift Valley Lakes offer great bird viewing during this time.
Rainy seasons Apr - Jun and Oct - Dec: Good time to travel if you are looking for a more exclusive experience as there are lower numbers of tourists, and the rains do not hinder game viewing.
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Our ATOL number is ATOL 9318. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk
