Suyian Conservancy, spanning 17,806 hectares (44,000 acres) in Laikipia, Kenya, is named after the local Maa word for African wild dog. Situated amidst the Laikipia ecosystem, it forms a crucial wildlife corridor with diverse landscapes, including grasslands, savannas, woodlands, and river fronts. Originally a cattle ranch, it has transformed into a conservation-focused area with limited cattle, emphasizing community development alongside conservation efforts. Hosting over 100 mammal species, including rare ones like the black leopard and African wild dog, it also shelters endangered species like Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe.

Offering malaria-free safaris, Suyian provides exclusive experiences such as interpretive game drives, guided bush walks, camel and horseback safaris, and community interactions. Accessible from Nairobi by air or road, it serves as a gateway to remote explorations like helicopter flights to Mt Kenya and visits to Lake Turkana. The conservancy boasts one lodge, Suyian Lodge, providing an intimate African bush experience amidst thriving wildlife and stunning landscapes. Overall, Suyian Conservancy offers a blend of conservation, community engagement, and exclusive safari experiences, making it an ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts seeking a unique and immersive journey in the heart of Kenya.

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT SUYIAN LODGE

Suyian shelters approximately 17 806 hectares (44 000 acres) of prime wilderness and conservation land with private traversing rights across five distinct habitats.

The lodge offers extraordinary views of the granite kopjes and vast plains below, which includes glimpses of the Ewaso Narok River to the east and Mt Kenya in the distance

Suyian is home to  a variety of predators, as well as other rare species that include the elusive black (melanistic) leopard and African wild dog, as well as northern Kenyan species like the Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk and reticulated giraffe.