Anti-poaching Canine Unit
Engage with the conservation work that Lewa House supports in order to maintain the wildlife population on the Lewa Conservancy. Meet the remarkable canine unit and help to train the tracker dogs during a stay.
Area
Northern Kenya
Type
Wildlife & Nature
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Teens
Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
1-2 Hours
The Lewa anti-poaching canine unit has been instrumental to the conservancies conservation over the years. With the help of this operation, Lewa has become home to 14% of Kenya’s entire rhino population. Guests can experience first-hand how these tracker dogs work. A group will pretend to be poachers and run away into the bush to hide, while the gods follow until they find the 'culprit.' Guests also have the opportunity to learn more about conservation from the teams trainers.
Tours Featuring This Experience
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View TourEpic Kenya
Get ready to delve into the wilds of Kenya, guided by some of east Africa’s most highly trained safari experts. For this Kenya adventure tour, we’ve selected two of the country's renowned camps within private conservancies: wonder-filled Laikipia and the vast plains of the Maasai Mara. Expect extraordinary wildlife experiences along the way.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationSirikoi
Sirikoi is a beautiful lodge set in a peaceful glade within the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. The lodge comprises a mix of luxurious tented rooms and a couple of small private residences. Lewa offers some of the best game viewing in Northern Kenya.
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View AccommodationLodo Springs
Lodo Springs of Elewana Collection is located on the 57,000 acre Loisaba Conservancy. This tented lodge offers excellent service and an exclusive experience with just eight tented rooms overlooking the Laikipia Plateau towards Mount Kenya.
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View AccommodationEl Karama Lodge
El Karama Lodge offers an exciting safari on a working cattle ranch. Family-run, it offers a first-class experience and great value for money. El Karama is ideal for families with a whole host of activities to keep even the most active enthralled.
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View AccommodationOl Malo
Ol Malo is a beautiful lodge set in the heart of the Laikipia Plateau, which runs from the foothills of Mt Kenya to the edge of the Great Rift Valley.
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View AccommodationSarara Camp
Sarara is a leading community-run tented camp set in the Namunyak Conservancy on the lower slopes of the Mathews Range in Northern Kenya. A natural rock swimming pool overlooks a waterhole frequently visited by animals.
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View AccommodationArijiju
Arijiju is the ideal retreat for those looking for a fully flexible Big five adventure or to just unwind and rejuvenate. This exclusive use property boasts five suites and is absolutely ideal to host multi generational families or friends.
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View AccommodationSaruni Samburu
Saruni Samburu is a deluxe lodge set in a breathtaking position in the Kalama Wildlife Conservancy adjacent to the Samburu National Reserve in northern Kenya. The lodge has just six villas and offers a superb safari experience in pristine surroundings.
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View AccommodationLewa House
Situated within the 45,000-acre Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya's beautiful Laikipia, Lewa House consists of family cottages and private, airy earthpods. The heart of the home features an elegant, thatched building with a big, open fireplace.
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View AccommodationBorana Lodge
Borana Lodge 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 couples, families and groups of friends.
More Experiences in This Area
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View ExperienceReteti Elephant Sanctuary
Samburu is famed for its impressive elephant population. Go on game drives in search of these magnificent animals and for real enthusiasts a visit to the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary is an absolute must!
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View ExperienceGame Drives in Lewa Downs
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View ExperienceRiding in Northern Kenya
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