Lewa Wilderness
Laikipia, Kenya
fr 1 night
fr USD 1293
All levels and non-riders
Are you a larger group of 10 people?
Private Wilderness is Lewa Wilderness's sister lodge, created for larger groups seeking a completely private stay. The lodge is located two kilometers from Lewa Wilderness and operates independently. With five private cottages and common lounge areas, Private Wilderness is suitable for families, friends, or smaller groups wanting to share the safari experience. Contact us for more information about Private Wilderness.
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Accommodation
Lewa Wilderness offers nine personal accommodations designed to feel more like a home than a traditional safari hotel. Six standalone cottages are built into the slope with views over the Eastern Marania Valley, while three garden cottages are situated closer to the main building, surrounded by green lawns. All accommodations are characterized by rustic simplicity, handcrafted details, and proximity to the landscape.
Hillside
These individual hillside cottages are designed to take advantage of the view over the valley and the sound from the river below, where elephants, giraffes, rhinoceroses, and zebras often come to drink. Each cottage has its own bathroom, a lounge area with a fireplace, and a private veranda where morning coffee or a quiet dinner can be enjoyed in privacy.
Garden
Garden cottages are the original accommodations of the lodge, built by David and Delia Craig, and are closest to the main building and communal areas. Each cottage consists of two separate bedrooms with their own bathrooms, connected by a spacious lounge with a bar and fireplace. The bright, generous spaces are well-suited for families or for guests who wish to stay close to the lodge's central areas.
Hillside Suite
Hillside Suite is a secluded accommodation with two bedrooms, located furthest from the main building. Here you will find a private plunge pool, expansive views from the veranda, and a generous lounge that connects a room with a double bed and one with single beds, both with their own bathrooms.
A day at Lewa
The days at Lewa take shape on-site and follow no fixed template. The reserve spans over 62,000 acres and houses a diverse landscape of open plains, rolling hills, valleys, rivers, and wooded areas, with Mount Kenya as a backdrop. Whether you travel on horseback, on foot, or in a jeep, the safari experience is characterized by plenty of space and a high concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five. Jeep safari tours occur without crowding – at any one animal, a maximum of three vehicles are allowed at a time. Lewa is also one of the few reserves in Kenya where the chances of seeing both black and white rhinos are very high. Guided bush walks provide a different pace and perspective, focusing on tracks, landscapes, and details – sometimes with elephants or rhinos close by (always accompanied by experienced Maasai guides). Riding is a natural part of Lewa, but not the only way to experience the place. The stables are just a few minutes away from the lodge, and the horses are accustomed to moving among all kinds of wildlife – from giraffes, zebras, and antelope to elephants, buffalo, and rhinos. Riding trips are tailored to experience (different riding levels are not mixed unless explicitly requested) and can be combined with other activities during the day. For those who wish to experience the landscape at an even slower pace, there are also camel treks across the open plains. Between activities, there is plenty of space for relaxation. The lodge's communal areas invite long breakfasts, afternoon coffee, conversations by the fire, or time by the saltwater pool with views over the reserve. For those looking to stay active, there is a simple bush gym, yoga deck, tennis court, and table tennis. Days can also include a flight over Lewa with Air Wilderness – from a low height over the river landscape to views of Mount Kenya's snow-capped peaks. Meals are a central part of the stay and can be enjoyed together in the lodge's open dining area or more privately, in your own cottage, by the pool, or out in the bush. The ingredients mainly come from the lodge's own farm, which is welcome to visits. Bush breakfasts, sundowners, and farm lunches are examples of how the days can be varied – always in consultation with the lodge's team and at a pace that suits the group.
