Luxurious accommodation on the slopes of the Western Marania Valley within Lewa Wilderness Conservancy
Lounge, dining room, library/billiards room, veranda, gym, tennis court, table tennis table, and infinity pool
Nine guest cottages, including three double units for family use, plus an exclusive-use five-cottage residence
Game drives, nature walks, camel safaris, horseback safaris, scenic flights, forest walks, village visits, and children’s activities
The lodge offers an exhilarating range of activities.
These take place in the early mornings and late afternoons into the evening. Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is a wonderful place to explore, with its sprawling savanna, hills and valleys, rivers, and majestic Mount Kenya as a backdrop! You can look out for all five Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, and buffalo – and numerous smaller predators and herbivores. However, Lewa is best known for its healthy black and white rhino populations, a unique feature of this particular destination.
Also enjoyed in the presence of a knowledgeable and experienced guide, walks are highly recommended for observing the smaller, lesser-known species, stunning array of birds, and resident plant life.
Local company Walking Wild provides opportunities for guests to explore Lewa and adjacent Maasai community conservation areas in the company of camels. The camels and Maasai guides carry all the fly camp equipment, so you just need to concentrate on admiring the scenery.
Lewa’s stables are home to over thirty horses and ponies. Ride out onto the plains for unforgettable encounters with giraffe, zebra, and antelope, perhaps even coming across the odd ostrich or troop of baboons along the way.
Visits to local villages allow interaction with the local people and the chance to learn about their traditions and well-preserved ways of life.
Lewa Wilderness prides itself on being a fantastic option for families. Activities for kids include camel and pony rides, Maasai games, and fishing for crab in freshwater springs.
Marvel at Lewa from a two-passenger plane piloted by former crop-dusting pilot Will Craig. You’ll see plains, forests, and vast herds of game on your aerial safari.
Head to nearby Ngare Ndare Forest for treetop canopy walks and swimming at the base of a picturesque waterfall. A picnic lunch is included.
In addition to all of the above, you can also enjoy further village visits, fly camping, and more!
Lewa Wilderness is accessed via a 30-minute road transfer from Lewa Downs Airstrip. Scheduled flights depart from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to Lewa Downs, or private air charters can be arranged on request. Situated on the steep slopes of the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy ’s Western Marania Valley, Lewa Wilderness boasts spectacular views all the way down to the valley floor.
The communal spaces at Lewa Wilderness are equally well appointed and include a comfortable lounge with plenty of sink-in sofas and armchairs, warm lighting, and a medley of artefacts.
Communal or private dining
Gym
Infinity pool
The dining room is open-sided, so guests can marvel at the scenery while enjoying meals, usually taken communally. Private dining is available on request. The original house contains a handsome library and billiards room, and a veranda where afternoon tea is served. More active guests will be pleased to have access to a gym, tennis court, and table tennis. And there’s an inviting infinity pool, perfect for relaxing between safaris within the conservancy and surrounding areas.
Lewa Wilderness features nine guest cottages, six of which are nestled on the hillside and have views of Lewa’s Eastern Marania Valley.
Shower
Bathtub
Flush toilet
Family cottages
A further three double units are located in the gardens, closest to the main house, and well suited to families. All are similar in design, favouring a rustic, homely style that relies on timber, stone, and thatch, enhanced by over-sized rugs, warm lighting, and cozy fireplaces. The spacious bedrooms can be configured as doubles or twins, each with separate seating areas, displaying spectacular valley views. En-suite facilities typically comprise a flush toilet, washbasin, shower, and separate bathtub. The larger family cottages feature two bedrooms on either side of a lounge, with a bar and welcoming fireplace. All cottages are spaced well apart to provide ample privacy, and the surrounding greenery nicely screens the garden units.
In addition, there’s Private Wilderness, Lewa’s exclusive-use five-cottage residence, accommodating a maximum of ten guests. In a similar signature style to Lewa Wilderness, the comfortable main house features a lounge and dining room with verandas that boast panoramic views of the valley. All the furniture has been made on site by Lewa carpenters, so this really is a labor of love with full involvement from the Craig family. Each standalone cottage is en-suite and can be configured as a double or a twin. The house comes with two private vehicles, accompanying guides, and a dedicated team of in-house staff. It also features its own well-sized infinity pool.
* Lewa Wilderness – For safety reasons, we always request a garden room or a room without a balcony for families with children under the age of 6.*
* Private Wilderness – The minimum age is 6 years.*
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