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June – October & December – March
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Ultra-Luxury Safari Lodges / Exclusive Bush Homes
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4x4 Land Cruiser (Crucial for the hilly terrain) or Scheduled Safarilink/Airkenya flights
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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Gourmet Dining)
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Professional English-speaking Guide / Gold-Level Silver Guides
Destination Overview
Nestled at the foothills of Mount Kenya, the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is a world-class success story in modern conservation. Once a private cattle ranch, it has been transformed into a pioneering sanctuary that served as the catalyst for the conservancy movement in Kenya. Lewa is famous for its stunning scenery ranging from open golden savannahs and rolling hills to the lush green of the Lewa Swamp.
Unlike the larger national parks, Lewa offers an intimate and exclusive atmosphere where vehicle numbers are strictly limited. Here, the “Big Five” roam in abundance, and it is perhaps the best place in East Africa to see both Black and White rhinos in their natural habitat. At Maudie Safaris, we offer you a “behind-the-scenes” look at how luxury tourism and wildlife protection work hand-in-hand to create a sustainable future for Africa’s most endangered species.
Preserving the Ecosystem
Lewa is much more than a safari destination; it is a global model for community-led conservation. It serves as a vital corridor for the Ngare Ndare Forest and the greater Mount Kenya ecosystem. Maudie Safaris is proud to partner with Lewa, where your stay directly funds anti-poaching units, K9 tracking teams, and community healthcare and education for the surrounding Maasai and Samburu people. By visiting Lewa, you are an active participant in protecting 12% of Kenya’s entire black rhino population.
Highlights
- The Rhino Sanctuary: Unrivaled sightings of the critically endangered Black Rhino and the majestic White Rhino.
- The "Northern Five": Spot species endemic to this region: Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and beisa oryx.
- The Lewa Swamp: A unique wetland habitat home to the rare, semi-aquatic Sitatunga antelope and large elephant herds.
- Mount Kenya Backdrop: Wake up to breathtaking, clear views of Africa’s second-highest peak.
- Conservation in Action: Visit the Lewa Operations Room and meet the tracker dogs used for anti-poaching.
- Ngare Ndare Forest: A nearby emerald-green forest with a canopy walkway and crystal-clear blue glacial pools.