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Lewa Conservancy has its roots in the Craig family who have farmed here with the philosophy that there would always be room for wildlife. As the plight of the black rhino became desperate in Africa, the ranch was converted into a rhino sanctuary and today Lewa spans 61,000 acres, and is home to over 11 percent of Kenya’s black rhino population, and over 14 percent of Kenya’s white rhino population and the world’s largest single population of Grevy’s zebra.
With its proven track record, the Lewa model of community-based conservation development is being spearheaded across northern Kenya, and emulated by other East African conservation organizations. In late June 2013, the World Heritage Committee extended the boundaries of the Mount Kenya World Heritage Site to include Lewa and Ngare Ndare Forest.
Sirikoi is on par with Sabora in Singita Grumeti Reserves in Tanzania, with the added attraction of the Cottage, which is the best accommodation, and the House which is more private and self contained.
- Managed by the Roberts Family (Andrew and Caragh).
- Set overlooking an Oasis which attracts prolific game, including the Big 5. The game is very close to you at meal times, which are taken on the lawns under trees bordering the Oasis.
- Despite the proximity of so much wildlife, Sirikoi is not fenced, although there is an unobtrusive elephant wire.
- In the Main Area there is a lounge (luxurious and huge), bar and dining tables, inside and al fresco
- Communal dining, with separate tables an option.
- Large pool on lawns with sunbeds
- Boutique
- Small spa (extra cost)
- Free Wifi, with reception in most areas
- Solar energy and 24/7 power and hot water
- Game drives by open sided vehicles
- Huge and impressive fruit and vegetable garden
- The airstrip is within a 3o minutes game drive.
- 4 luxury spacious tents on platforms with a private verandah overlooking the Oasis. Each tent extends to a permanent solid built and very spacious bathroom. Victorian stand alone bath tub and a very efficient walk-in shower. His and Hers basins, and a wc.
- Each tent comes with a fireplace, and the fire is lit each evening, unless you request it not to be.
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- There are also 2 fly tents with the same facilities, except that the bathroom is not permanent. These are often used as guides’ tents.
- The 2 bedroom cottage has a very large lounge, with TV and DVD, fireplace and a kitchen, and the option to dine on the terrace.
- This cottage is on the opposite side of the main lounge, bar and dining area to the tents.
- Sirikoi House is beyond the Cottage, and the location is quite private and is tucked away in a quiet corner.
- 3 bedrooms, all similar with en suite, bath tub with hand shower, walk-in shower, His and Hers basins, wc. There is also an outside shower.
- Large lounge (No TV but does have DVDs), private bar stocked according to preferences, verandah leading to lawns and overlooking the oasis and game.
- Fully fitted kitchen and private dining.
- Airstrip 30 minutes
Luxury Tented Room
4 en suite tents with a private deck sold individually.
Each luxury tented room has a sitting area leading onto the outside deck, a large double bed or two single beds with a wardrobe behind the bed, a fireplace which is lit each evening, and an en-suite bathroom with a free-standing bath and rain shower overlooking more beautiful views.
Family tent: We transformed one of our tents into a family tent. The main section of the tent has a double bed for parents, while the adjoining annex has two comfortable beds for children 6 to 12years. The tent has only one bathroom.
Also on the property for guests to enjoy is the organic vegetable garden, Sirikoi Gift Shop, Gym and infinity pool.
Guests in the luxury tents enjoy all meals outdoors on the Sirikoi deck.
Key facilities:
•High-speed wifi
•Exclusive game drive vehicles
•Private deck
•Sitting area
•Fire place
•Victorian bath
•Rain shower
•Hair dryers
•Handmade, organic toiletries
•Laundry
•Digital safes
•International plug sockets
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi
2 en-suite bedrooms with a private living and dining room, kitchen and deck, for 4 guests sold exclusively.
Sirikoi Cottage is perfect for with families with children or friends traveling together. The Cottage has two en-suite bedrooms with large bathrooms, a central living room, and a Kitchenette . The shared living space opens out onto a spacious deck from which to enjoy beautiful views of the waterhole.
Sirikoi cottage is sold on exclusive use basis. Guests in the cottage enjoy all meals outdoors on the Sirikoi main deck.
Key facilities:
•High-speed wifi
•Exclusive game drive vehicle
•Private deck
•Private living room
•Fire places in bedrooms and living room
•Victorian baths
•Rain showers
•Hair dryers
•Handmade, organic toiletries
•Laundry
•Digital safes in rooms
•TV and DVD’s on request
Also on the property for guests to enjoy is the organic vegetable garden, Sirikoi Gift Shop, Gym and infinity pool.
3 en-suite bedrooms with a private living room, dining room, a deck for 6 guests and a private heated swimming pool, sold exclusively.
The Sirikoi House includes three en-suite bedrooms (a Master Suite and separate bedroom cottage with two en-suite bedrooms), which lead on to a central living and dining cottage renowned for its unique positioning and decor. There is a private deck built overlooking the wetland, perfect for private meals and sundowners. Sirikoi House house now has a private heated pool.
Sirikoi House is only sold on an exclusive use basis and comes with its own chef and team of staff.
Key facilities:
•High-speed wifi
•Exclusive game drive vehicle
•Exclusive chef, housekeeping and serving staff
•Private deck
•Private heated swimming pool
•Private living & dining room
•Private bar
•Music system
•Fire places in bedrooms and living/dining room
•Victorian baths
•Rain showers
•Outdoor shower in the Master Suite
•Laundry
•Hair dryers
•Handmade, organic toiletries
•Digital safes in rooms
Also on the property for guests to enjoy is the organic vegetable garden, Sirikoi Gift Shop, Gym and infinity pool.
Guests at the Sirikoi House have the choice of private dining or having meals on the main Sirikoi deck.
Property Facilities
Accept Credit Cards, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Eco Friendly, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access, Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Drinking Water Filtration System, Electrical Outlets, Family Safari Tent, Fireplace, Fridge/Freezer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Complimentary), Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Meal on Request, Private Vehicle (Available), Room Service, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Big 5, Bird Watching, Elephant Interaction, Fine Dining, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, Gourmet Picnic, Helicopter Scenic Flights, High Tea, Horse Riding, Massages, Night Drives, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided)
Activities Nearby
Adrenaline Activities, Animal Encounters, Big 5, Bird Watching, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Garden Tours, Helicopter Rides, Helicopter Scenic Flights, Hiking, Horse Riding, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Scenic Flights, Walks (Guided)
Day and night game drives in exclusive vehicles, and guided bush walks on Lewa Wildlife Conservancy are included activities for guests staying at Sirikoi Lodge.
Fantastic views of distant mountain ranges and a beautiful backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kenya provide a perfect setting for game drives and bush walks.
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is teeming with birdlife with over 350 species across the diverse topography which includes rolling open plains, hills and kopjes, thick forest, valleys, escarpments, wetlands and rivers.
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy has a huge variety of wildlife with over 70 different species of mammal. There are roughly equal numbers of black and white rhino – at the latest count there were 65 black and 46 white. The world's largest resident population of the endangered Grevy zebra resides on Lewa as well as elephant, buffalo, greater kudu, oryx, lion, leopard and cheetah amongst many other mammal species.
Guests have the unique opportunity to see conservation in action – to go behind the scenes of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy’s operations to experience firsthand how conservation and anti-poaching really works, and to see all that Lewa is doing for wildlife and the surrounding communities. This includes visiting the Operations Room, Tracker Dog Unit, meeting the security or anti-poaching team, and visiting the Lewa school and clinic. These are all included activities for guests staying at Sirikoi Lodge.
Sirikoi guests can horse ride on Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and on Borana Conservancy. Riding is a fantastic opportunity to get close to plains game such as zebra and giraffe, and to view the beautiful scenery from a new perspective. You are matched to your horse based on your level of experience and confidence, and we cater for both amateur and expert riders. Rides are lead by an experienced riding guide and are usually taken exclusively rather than with other riders.
Riding on Lewa takes place in the afternoons. Guests depart the lodge at 3pm, go on a short game drive to the stables, where they will start riding at about 4pm. You will ride for about an hour across the plains and among the wildlife. You can choose to continue on your evening game drive to arrive back at the lodge at 7pm. There is also the option to ride camels on Lewa.
Time: 4 hours (1.5 hours riding time), from 3pm – 7pm
Riding on Borana takes place in the morning or afternoon – we recommend the morning. Guests depart Sirikoi at 6:30 with a picnic breakfast. After a short game drive to Borana, you will start riding at about 7am until roughly 8:30am. The terrain on Borana is varied as you ride across rolling hills and open plains, getting up close to plains game.
Time: 4 hours (1.5 hours riding time), from 6am – 10am
Details: You do not need to be an experienced rider to enjoy this activity – both stables cater for riders of all abilities. Wearing closed, comfortable shoes is recommended. Both stables use English saddles, not Western saddles, and riding hats are provided.
Visiting the Ngare Ndare Forest on the boundary of Lewa offers a complete contrast to the wide open plains of the conservancy, and is a favourite activity among Sirikoi guests. Walking through the forest canopy of enormous indigenous trees on the elevated walkway and diving into the blue glacial pools and waterfalls is an exceptional experience of a very different wilderness.
Guests depart Sirikoi in the morning after breakfast and drive for 40 minutes through a few small modern-day Kenyan rural communities, to reach the forest. The elevated canopy walkway is about 10m high and 400m long, ending at a beautiful lookout deck. There is the option to take lunch to the forest and enjoy a feast on the deck.
Time: 4 hours
Details: Pack your swimming costumes, and Sirikoi will pack towels. Wear good shoes for walking. This activity is not recommended for those who struggle with agility or those who are afraid of heights.
Visiting the Il Ngwesi community is a unique opportunity to learn firsthand about the ancient customs, culture and the daily lives of the Laikipiak Maasai. You depart after breakfast at the lodge, and the game drive to Il Ngwesi is about 90 min. You will be shown around their ‘manyatta’ or homestead, learn about their traditions and share in their rich singing and dancing. On the way back to Sirikoi, you may choose to have a picnic lunch.
Time: 4-5 hours (3 hours driving, 1 – 2 hours with the community)
Details: The road to Il Ngwesi is rough – we do not recommend this activity for those who struggle in a bumpy Land Rover.
Sirikoi offers three different helicopter excursions, each exciting and bespoke, taking you through incredible scenery on an immersive and thrilling wilderness experience like no other. Flying over the extraordinarily diverse landscapes will undoubtedly be the highlight of your safari!
The helicopters take a maximum of 5 passengers. Helicopter excursions are best booked in advance.
The Reteti Elephant Sanctuary is found in the remote Mathews Range Mountains, among the second largest elephant populations in Kenya. It is the first community owned and run elephant sanctuary in the world. The orphanage rescues and takes in abandoned elephant calves with the aim to raise them and release them back into the wild herds adjoining the Sanctuary.
Guests enjoy a beautiful scenic helicopter flight over the arid wilderness of Samburu and into the mountains to visit the Reteti Elephant Orphanage. This flight is roughly 30 minutes to an hour, usually departing Sirikoi after an early breakfast at 7:30, to be at the orphanage from 8:30 - 10:00, as feeding time is at 9:00am. After visiting the elephant sanctuary, you will continue flying among breathtaking landscapes, stopping for refreshments in the Mathews Range with an amazing view.
Time: 4 hours (3 hours flying time)
Details: Wear light clothing and pack a hat and sunscreen, as the climate in much hotter in Samburu.
Sirikoi offers three different helicopter excursions, each exciting and bespoke, taking you through incredible scenery on an immersive and thrilling wilderness experience like no other. Flying over the extraordinarily diverse landscapes will undoubtedly be the highlight of your safari!
The helicopters take a maximum of 5 passengers. Helicopter excursions are best booked in advance.
Mount Kenya – Glacial Peaks and Alpine Lakes
This early morning helicopter excursion takes you over the snow-tipped peaks, across the moorlands and down through the undulating forested valleys of the mighty Mount Kenya – the second highest mountain in Africa. Departure time is strictly 7:00am, with the option of an early breakfast at the lodge before taking off, or a picnic breakfast to take with and enjoy up the mountain. You will land on the mountain for refreshments; take a walk and even indulge in a few hours fly-fishing for rainbow trout in the alpine lakes.
Time: 3-4 hours (2 hours flying time)
Details: Pack a jersey or windbreaker, and a hat and sunscreen, as the air is cold and the sun is fierce at altitude. Be sure to drink plenty of water on this excursion to avoid dehydration. This excursion is not advised for people who struggle with altitude.
This excursion is truly astounding, taking you through some of the last remaining untouched and wild wilderness of the world to the most remote secret corners of Kenya. You will fly over rocky outcrops and arid plains, winding river beds and ‘painted’ valleys, volcanic craters and ancient lava flows, lakes of flamingoes and crocodile pools, cycad forests and desert sand dunes, through the Great Rift Valley to the Jade Sea – Lake Turkana. You have the option of a unique cultural encounter with the Pokot tribal community – nomadic pastoralists rarely visited by outsiders.
You will leave Sirikoi at 7:00am before it gets too hot. Either after a quick breakfast at the lodge before taking off, or with a picnic breakfast to take with you. Plenty of refreshments and snacks will be packed for you to take along. You will fly and explore for approximately 5 hours before returning back to Sirikoi for a late lunch.
Time: 6-7 hours (5-6 hours flying time)
Details: The climate is hot and dry the further north you go. Wear light clothing and pack a hat, sunscreen and swimming costume. Be sure to drink plenty of water on this excursion. If you don’t want to fly all the way to Lake Turkana, but would like to explore the north, you can bring down the flying time to lower the cost of the excursion.
