Image: Elewana CollectionKenya · Laikipia Plateau
Kifaru House occupies a hillside within Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, with five thatched cottages, lawns and an infinity pool looking across the plains. Its small scale and cottage layout suit travellers who want a settled base for wildlife drives, guided walks and an introduction to Lewa's conservation work.
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Kenya
Kifaru House combines a garden setting and broad views with access to Lewa's wildlife and conservation landscape.
Room layout, activity suitability and the complete quote are confirmed before booking. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Sources: Elewana: Kifaru House overview (read 19 October 2026); Elewana: Kifaru House cottage layouts (read 19 October 2026); Elewana: Kifaru House activities (read 19 October 2026); Elewana: Kifaru House access (read 19 October 2026).
Why Sail Safaris DMC Loves It
We would plan Kifaru around Lewa's particular landscape and conservation access, then compare a contrasting Mara chapter rather than adding several short conservancy stops. For families, the cottage configuration comes first. For riders, we would check the skill assessment and availability before allowing that activity to determine the journey.
The quoted Game Package includes scheduled shared drives and Lewa airstrip transfers. An exclusive game-drive vehicle is a separate request and charge. Conservancy fees and other applicable exclusions still need to appear in the full quotation. This is Kifaru House, a separate property from Lewa Safari Camp, and its facilities and room arrangements should be assessed on their own.
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Five thatched cottages contain six bedrooms in total. Four cottages have a king bedroom and en-suite bathroom. The family cottage has one double and one twin bedroom, each en suite, with separate entrances rather than an interconnecting door. One cottage also has a bath and an outdoor shower. Request the particular layout you need when checking availability.
The lawns, terrace and shared sitting room give Kifaru the feel of a small country house in a wildlife landscape. There is a library, and fireplaces serve the lounge and dining room on cool evenings. Views extend across the plains, while the waterhole below offers another reason to leave time in the day for staying at the house.
Shared game drives explore Lewa in open-sided vehicles. Guided walks introduce the smaller details of the conservancy, and the Game Package includes a visit behind the scenes at conservancy headquarters. Horse or camel outings and visits to Ngare Ndare Forest are separate options. Horse riding requires suitable experience, and activities depend on availability, weather and the guide's assessment.
The main dining room opens onto a furnished terrace, where breakfast can be taken outside. Bush meals and sundowners are also part of the Game Package, subject to minimum numbers and arrangements. Between outings, the infinity pool and shaded poolside seating provide a comfortable pause. Discuss dietary requirements before booking so the team can confirm what it can accommodate.
The two-bedroom cottage can work for a family, but the bedrooms do not interconnect and each has its own entrance. That detail matters with younger children. The published Family Suite rate has a specific two-adult, two-child basis. Supplied horse and camel safari terms set a minimum age of 12; guided walks have stricter age and guide-discretion rules.
Scheduled flights or a private charter can use Lewa Main Airstrip, followed by a camp transfer. Elewana describes a drive of about 15 minutes from the airstrip. Road arrivals require coordination: Lewa allows only authorised vehicles inside the conservancy, and visitors arriving by road are collected at conservancy headquarters. Confirm the collection plan alongside the flight or road itinerary.
Photographs from the property
Photographs from Elewana Collection, reproduced with credit to present the property. Read further on the property's own website when you want the current room descriptions and gallery.
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Gate, airstrip, activity area and transfer time are considered together so the best hours are protected.
Room category, privacy, family configuration, mobility and the desired level of service are matched to the travellers.
Guiding style, available activities and time at the property must strengthen the journey rather than crowd it.
Supplier accommodation rates
Public non-resident rack rates in USD for the dates shown, including VAT, service charge and Tourism Development Levy. Each row states whether the nightly price is per person, per room or for the whole unit. Select the room, occupancy and board basis for your stay.
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Game Package
| Occupancy and price basis | High | Mid | Green |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Person Sharingper person per night, sharing | USD 1,425 | USD 1,125 | USD 844 |
| Single Roomtotal per single room per night | USD 2,138 | USD 1,688 | USD 1,266 |
| Triple Room (up to 3 guests)total per triple room per night | USD 3,206 | USD 2,531 | USD 1,899 |
Game Package
| Occupancy and price basis | High | Mid | Green |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit Rate (2 adults & 2 children)total per unit per night | USD 3,878 | USD 3,123 | USD 2,351 |
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Laikipia’s private and community conservancies spread across the high plateau north of Mount Kenya. The appeal is breadth: wildlife, walking, riding, hides, conservation access and design-led lodges, often without the vehicle density of the better-known national reserves.
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