Laikipia Wilderness Area
The Laikipia Wilderness Area is a huge region in the northern central park of Kenya. The area is open to great wildlife, stunning lodges and stunning views.
Conservancies and ranches make up a large part of Laikipia trying to create a place for the local people and the wildlife to coexist and protect the region.
Wide open plains in the shadow of the snow-capped silhouette of Mount Kenya create a tranquil and secluded setting, where game drives encounter wildlife including endangered species such as black rhino, Gravy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe and wild dogs with few other vehicles in sight.
There are a wide range of camps and lodges, many of them as ecofriendly as they come!
Activities are almost endless. Each properties has a wide range of fun things to do.
Helicopter scenic flights have become very popular in Laikipia and a great way to explore the far north areas like Lake Turkana.
Accommodation in Laikipia Wilderness Area
We hand-picked best property to ensure you experience the best in your stay.
- Kicheche Laikipia Tented Camp is an eco-award-winning small luxurious tented camp nestled in the shadows of Mount Kenya at the foot of an indigenous forest overlooking a waterhole in Ol Pejeta conservancy. The camp is in the low vehicle density wilderness zone of the conservancy and the wildlife viewing is a very private and rewarding activity. Not only is this East Africa’s largest black rhino sanctuary there is also a myriad of other wildlife to be seen including elephant, lion, cheetah, wild dog and abundant plains game. Ol Pejeta Conservancy also permits Night Game Drives which focus on species not seen on regular day drives.The camp consist of only six luxurious tents and an intimate and personalized atmosphere prevails in this superbly hosted camp, one of them is a spacious family suite with 2 bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. The bedrooms are connected by a lounge furnished with a sofa and small table enabling private dining.
- Sanctuary at Ol Lentille Private villa/house is located in northern Kenya’s spectacular Laikipia region, The Sanctuary at Ol Lentille is regarded as one of Kenya’s most exclusive safari lodges in the most spectacular and breathtaking location. The private conservation area is home to the endangered African wild dog, elephant, Grevy’s and Burchell’s zebra, greater kudu, leopard, cheetah, striped and spotted hyena and klipspringer to name but a few. Sanctuary Ol Lentile consist of only 4 villas. All the villas are positioned on the mountain ridge to ensure maximum privacy. There are two one-bedroom houses, a two-bedroom house and a three-bedroom house. All have large lounge areas, dining areas and stunning terraces with panoramic views and come with their own butler and housekeeper.
- Sarara Tented Camp is located in Namunyak Conservancy, an area once devoid of wildlife but restored due to the community conservation efforts driven by the local Samburu. Sarara tents are overlook the majestic Matthews Mountain Range, providing a fantastic platform by which to experience the 850,000-acre wildlife conservancy. Sarara Camp also has a two-bedroom family unit, called Sarara House, which includes a beautiful plunge pool, private dining and its own sitting room. Sarara House has become famous for its elephant, which are regular visitors to the house pool and offer guests incredibly up close and personal experiences as they come for their water.