Borana Lodge

Borana Lodge | Laikipia

The setting could not be more perfect; located in the foothills of Mount Kenya and with nearby ‘Pride Rock’ providing the inspiration for Disney’s The Lion King, Borana Lodge is what dreams are made of.

Each of the cottages, built out of natural cedar wood with a thatched roof, are dotted around a hillside, offering panoramic views across the conservancy and breathtaking scenery. All rooms have open fire places, as well as showers and baths that look out across the wilds of Africa! The main house comprises a cosy sitting room and dining room, while the horizon swimming pool and lunch pavilion provide alternative areas for relaxing and soaking in the wonderful views.

Spend your days enjoying a variety of thrilling and unique activities that allow you to experience the incredible wildlife and wilderness. Horse riding, game drives guided bush walks, mountain biking, cultural experiences and conservation activities are just a few of the many ways to explore the area.

Set in the heart of Borana Conservancy, Kenya’s most successful rhino sanctuary, your stay at Borana lodge is massively defined by the ideals of responsible and sustainable tourism. By staying here, you can be safe in the knowledge that you are making a direct contribution to wildlife conservation and to securing vital habitat for the country’s endangered species.

Activities

Big 5
Bird Watching
Cycling
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Game Walks
Garden Tours
Gourmet Picnic
Helicopter Scenic Flights
High Tea
Horse Riding
Horse-back Safaris
Massages
Night Drives
Rhino Tracking
Safaris
Scenic Flights
Sleep Outs
Walks (Guided)
Wildlife Tours
Fishing

Facilities & Amenities

In Room

Balcony / Deck
Bath
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Disabled Rooms
Dressing Gowns
Electrical Outlets
En-Suite
Fireplace
Hair Dryer
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge Area
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Shower
Verandah

Onsite

24-hour Security
Bar
Battery Charging Facilities
Communal Dining
Disability Services
Eco Friendly
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Malaria Free
Mobile Connectivity
Pool
Private Vehicle Available
Secure Parking
Spa

Getting There

Borana Airstrip – 15 minute drive
Lewa Airstrip – 50 minutes drive
Private charter to Borana Airstrip
Daily scheduled flights departing Nairobi Wilson Airport to Lewa Airstrip
Road transfer from Nairobi, approximately 5 hours

Conservation & Community

Borana Rhino Conservation
Borana Anti-Poaching Team
Living With Lions: lion tracking & community program
Community Engagement: education, mobile clinic & employment

Gallery

Borana Horse Riding

Borana Sundowners

Borana Bedroom

Borana Lunch

Borana Pool

Borana Bedroom

Borana Evenings

Borana Pride Rock

Borana Relaxation

Borana Rhino

Borana Rooms

Borana Drinks

Highlights

All for conservation
Private conservation area - exclusivity is guaranteed
Diversity of activities

Family run with excellent staff
Spectacular views