Laikipia Wilderness is an exclusive tented camp set up on a hillside overlooking the Ewaso Narok river on a private ranch in the heart of the Laikipia region of central Kenya.
Laikipia Wilderness is a very individual property which will really suit travellers who wish to break away from more mainstream experiences and enjoy a personalised adventure in the bush. Owners Steve and Annabelle Carey run things their way, rather than following an industry manual, and this creates both strengths and weaknesses. Their focus is on bush adventure and game viewing experiences, with good guiding and plenty of walking. This ethos creates a safari environment that is most suitable for more independent and experienced guests who enjoy exploring on foot and don’t need too much ‘hand-holding’. The camp is small and intimate, which means that there is often a fun atmosphere at communal meals and bush dinners. The area they traverse is scenic and varied with good game concentrations. One of the highlights can be meeting the local wild dog pack on foot (or rather on your belly) which is a very special encounter to have. Guests should not visit Laikipia Wilderness expecting too much structure or sophistication, but rather for an interesting and exclusive bush escape which can be highly rewarding.
ACCOMMODATION
Laikipia Wilderness has six en suite tents set across the hillside with views over the bush. Each tent is set on a solid plinth, or low wooden platform, and has a private verandah to the front and open air bathroom to the rear, within a reeded…
AREAS & ACTIVITIES
The Laikipia covers a significant portion of dramatic countryside in northern Kenya, sandwiched between Samburu and Mount Kenya in the east and the Aberdare Mountains and Great Rift Valley in the west. The central section of the area is…
Families
Laikipia Wilderness is fantastic for adventurous families. Steve and Annabelle have children themselves and during school holidays, and at weekends, they can often be found in camp. The camp will cater for children of all…
Conservation & community
Laikipia Wilderness supports The Laikipia Predator Project (LPP) which mainly studies lions in the area, aiming to encourage a positive coexistence between predators, people and livestock. By understanding how they coexist in…
Location | Laikipia escarpment |
Access | Scheduled flight into Nanyuki (2 hrs) or Loisaba (1.5hrs) or Charter flight into Sosian (30 mins) |
Open | All year |
Pricing | £££££ |
Camp Style | Tented camp |
Focus | Big game / Walking |
Children | No age restriction |
Activities | Game drives (day and night) / Guided walks / Fly camping / Tubing / Village visits / Fishing |
Vehicles | Open and Closed |
Maximum Guests on Vehicle | 6 |
Private Vehicle Options | Yes |
Off-road Driving | Yes |
Number of Rooms | 6 tents (including 4 family tents) |
Family Accommodation | 4 two bedroomed family tents (one can sleep up to four children) |
Bathroom | Flush toilet / Plumbed basin / Plumbed outdoor shower |
Power for charging | Communal and In room |
Lighting | Solar |
Hairdryer | Not possible |
Heating/Cooling | No |
Room Safe | No |
Laundry Service | Complimentary |
Communication in room | Radio |
Wi-Fi | Communal area – very slow |
Mobile Reception | No |
Swimming | No |
Wellness | No |
Dining Style | Communal |
Drinks Included | House drinks |
Credit Cards | Not accepted |