Lewa

‘An area with an outstanding conservation record and impressive efforts in supporting the local communities whilst serving as a true wildlife sanctuary’

Highlights:
  • A great opportunity to spot black and white rhino.
  • Encounter the endangered Grevy’s zebras.
  • Explore the landscape on a horse or camel-back riding safari.
  • Breathtaking views of snow-capped Mount Kenya surrounded by grassy open plains.
  • Elephant, cheetah and lion are commonly spotted.

Need to know

of the Lewa region

best time to visit

Lewa is best-experienced most of the year, although rain can disrupt your safari so do avoid April and November months, when some of the camps close seasonally.

Activities to do

Game drives (night drives depend on a conservancy)
Walking safaris
Cycling
Hiking
Culture/art
Rhino Tracking
Village visits

Currency

Kenyan shilling

Favourite dishes

Irio is a popular Kenyan dish deeply rooted in the Kikuyu tribe. It’s made of mashed potatoes, maize, and peas or greens in some variations. Comforting and satisfying.

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Lewa Safari Camp

Sirikoi

House in the Wild

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