Laikipia and Northern Kenya
Laikipia District is a vast plateau running from the foothills of Mount Kenya to the edge of the Great Rift Valley and covering over 9500km. Large areas of open grassland in the north and south are dominated by acacias and olive and cedar forest characterise the east of the plateau. Laikipia is home to such diverse tribes as the Samburu, Kikuyu and Boran. The combination of abundant wildlife and exceptional scenic beauty has enabled Laikipia to become a world leader in the development of pioneering conservation initiatives.Suggested itineraries (3)
Out of Africa - Kenya
A classic African safari from the remote Ewaso River to the game-filled plains of the Maasai Mara and the blue waters of the Indian Ocean.
A classic African safari from the remote Ewaso River to the game-filled plains of the Maasai Mara and the blue waters of the Indian Ocean.
A Kenyan safari
This holiday itinerary combines some fantastic and varied safari destinations, from Meru National Park to Laikipia, finishing in the famous Maasai Mara.
This holiday itinerary combines some fantastic and varied safari destinations, from Meru National Park to Laikipia, finishing in the famous Maasai Mara.
Off the beaten track in Kenya
For sheer variety and intensity of experiences, a Kenyan safari is unrivalled. From superb game viewing in the Maasai Mara to the rolling hills of Laikipia and the impressive Matthews Range, this itinerary is perfect for those with an adventurous streak.
For sheer variety and intensity of experiences, a Kenyan safari is unrivalled. From superb game viewing in the Maasai Mara to the rolling hills of Laikipia and the impressive Matthews Range, this itinerary is perfect for those with an adventurous streak.
Properties (19)
Sirikoi (Classic Camp)
Sirikoi is a beautiful tented camp set in a peaceful glade on the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. There are 4 luxurious tented rooms overlooking a water hole, it offers some of the best game viewing in Northern Kenya.
Sirikoi is a beautiful tented camp set in a peaceful glade on the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. There are 4 luxurious tented rooms overlooking a water hole, it offers some of the best game viewing in Northern Kenya.
Kitich Camp (Classic Camp)
Kitich Camp is located in the remote Matthews Mountain Range, a rarely visited area of the Northern Frontier District in Kenya. Kitich Camp nestles in a verdant grove of fig trees, indigenous flowering shrubs and prehistoric Cycad palms.
Kitich Camp is located in the remote Matthews Mountain Range, a rarely visited area of the Northern Frontier District in Kenya. Kitich Camp nestles in a verdant grove of fig trees, indigenous flowering shrubs and prehistoric Cycad palms.
Joy’s Camp (Classic Camp)
Joy's Camp is an elegant oasis located on the site of Joy Adamson's tented home in Shaba National Reserve. The 10 chic canvas bedrooms are set on raised platforms with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills.
Joy's Camp is an elegant oasis located on the site of Joy Adamson's tented home in Shaba National Reserve. The 10 chic canvas bedrooms are set on raised platforms with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills.
Offbeat Meru (Classic Camp)
Offbeat Meru provides guests with an exclusive experience in the remote wildlife area of Meru National Park. This small six-roomed tented camp is located on the pretty Bisanandi River just outside Meru National Park.
Offbeat Meru provides guests with an exclusive experience in the remote wildlife area of Meru National Park. This small six-roomed tented camp is located on the pretty Bisanandi River just outside Meru National Park.
Offbeat Meru (Classic Camp)
Offbeat Meru provides guests with an exclusive experience in the remote wildlife area of Meru National Park. This small six-roomed tented camp is located on the pretty Bisanandi River just outside Meru National Park.
Offbeat Meru provides guests with an exclusive experience in the remote wildlife area of Meru National Park. This small six-roomed tented camp is located on the pretty Bisanandi River just outside Meru National Park.
Sabuk (Classic Lodge)
Sabuk is an alluring haven on the edge of the Northern Frontier District offering stunning views of the Laikipia plains. This intimate lodge is a unique community experience offering a wealth of safari activities.
Sabuk is an alluring haven on the edge of the Northern Frontier District offering stunning views of the Laikipia plains. This intimate lodge is a unique community experience offering a wealth of safari activities.
Loisaba (Luxury Lodge)
Loisaba Lodge is situated across the border of Laikipia and Kenya's rugged Northern Frontier District. This private game ranch has stunning views that sweep across the rolling hills towards Mount Kenya, the Lolldaiga Hills and the Matthews Mountain Range.
Loisaba Lodge is situated across the border of Laikipia and Kenya's rugged Northern Frontier District. This private game ranch has stunning views that sweep across the rolling hills towards Mount Kenya, the Lolldaiga Hills and the Matthews Mountain Range.
Sarara Camp (Luxury Lodge)
Sarara is a leading community-run lodge set in the Matthews Range of Northern Kenya. Accommodation is in five double tents, each with flush-loos and open air showers. A natural rock swimming pool overlooks a waterhole frequently visited by animals.
Sarara is a leading community-run lodge set in the Matthews Range of Northern Kenya. Accommodation is in five double tents, each with flush-loos and open air showers. A natural rock swimming pool overlooks a waterhole frequently visited by animals.
Lewa House (Classic Lodge)
Situated within the 45,000-acre Lewa Wildlife Conservancy on the northern slopes of Mt Kenya, Lewa House is a stunningly attractive private house with six bedrooms.
Situated within the 45,000-acre Lewa Wildlife Conservancy on the northern slopes of Mt Kenya, Lewa House is a stunningly attractive private house with six bedrooms.
Borana Lodge (Luxury Lodge)
Borana is not just a game reserve, but also a working ranch. Overlooking a large dam with fantastic views of Mount Kenya, Borana Lodge, with its eight uniquely positioned cottages, is a perfect choice for total privacy.
Borana is not just a game reserve, but also a working ranch. Overlooking a large dam with fantastic views of Mount Kenya, Borana Lodge, with its eight uniquely positioned cottages, is a perfect choice for total privacy.
Lewa House (Catered Villa)
Situated within the 45,000-acre Lewa Wildlife Conservancy on the northern slopes of Mt Kenya, Lewa House is a stunningly attractive private house with six bedrooms.
Situated within the 45,000-acre Lewa Wildlife Conservancy on the northern slopes of Mt Kenya, Lewa House is a stunningly attractive private house with six bedrooms.
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Bateleur Camp at Kichwa Tembo, Kenya
6 for 4 at Bateleur Camp
6 for 4 at Bateleur Camp
Kichwa Tembo Main Camp, Kenya
6 for 4 at Kichwa Tembo
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Ol Seki, Kenya
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Naibor, Kenya
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Pay 3 nights, stay 4
Singita Lebombo and Sweni, South Africa
4 for 3 at Singita in Kruger NP
4 for 3 at Singita in Kruger NP
Mnemba Island Lodge, Tanzania
6 for 4 at Mnemba Island Lodge
6 for 4 at Mnemba Island Lodge
