Lewa Conservancy sits in the shadow of Mount Kenya and spans 65,000 acres. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was born from a vision of ensuring the protection of Kenya's environment and wildlife while working in partnership with the local communities.
Now, it is one of Africa's most successful rhino sanctuaries, with large numbers of both black and white rhinos, as well as being home to 11% of the world's population of the endangered Grey zebra. Wide open savannahs play host to over 70 recorded species of mammals and elephants, zebras and giraffes are all a common sight. Big cat sightings are also frequent and accompanied by the knowledge of expert guides.
Elewana Kifaru House is a beautifully intimate hilltop camp with just five charming cottages. The gregarious General Manager is always happy to share his stories and his friendly team makes this a must-stay.
Found on the northern border of the Masai Mara, Enonkishu Conservancy is a love letter to Kenya. What began as an area of farmland, this pioneering rewilding project started back in 2015, all centred around a group of family-owned properties. The gardens of each may not look out of place in the Hamptons if it weren't for the giraffe, zebra and warthog happily grazing in front of you.
Pippa and Tarquin Wood, the visionaries behind this project, have created something that is both important and exciting. The area has flourished in recent years and is now home to abundant game, much of which can be spotted around a huge watering hole, and, likely, the best is yet to come for this awe-inspiring passion project.
Learn how to perfect your pictures at the photography studio created and overseen by renowned wildlife photographer and guide, Adam Bannister, at House in the Wild, one of the properties this conservancy centres around.
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