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Lewa Safari Camp

from $925 per person per night for 2026/27

An exclusive retreat in a protected wilderness and a rhino conservancy

With privileged access to 65,000 acres of private land, Lewa Safari Camp is a great base to be incredible game viewing and a wealth of other activities. Hosting 10% of Kenya's rhinos, Lewa Conservancy, its guides and its rangers all work together to protect the endangered species and the other wildlife it famously homes.

Great facilities and great variety of activities offered

Some of the activities are additional costs

About the location

The Lewa Conservancy is located in central Kenya and covers a huge 65,000 acres of vast wilderness. Lewa homes incredible views of Mount Kenya, and the arid lands of Tassia and Il Ngwesi.

The conservancy is home to an incredible amount of game, particularly famous for its two endangered species – the grevy’s zebra and the black rhino. The conservancy is fenced and employs over 150 rangers to protect the 10% Kenya’s rhinos that live here.

Do see Parks & Regions on this page.

camp Layout

Lewa Safari Camp has 11 ensuite tents which can be double or twin occupancy. The main dining area offers guests to eat separately, or join other guests in the true ‘safari experience’.

The menu is set daily and offers an Italian cuisine, with produce sourced locally. The camp has a pool within the green gardens and has sunbeds under shade, bar service, board games and table tennis on offer.

Do see our new Lewa Safari Camp Picture Gallery further down this page.

Lewa Safari Camp Accomodation

The tents are extremely spacious, with a large bedroom, an ensuite bathroom and a spacious veranda overlooking the extensive views of Lewa Conservancy.

The rooms are thatch-covered and have a simple and elegant ‘safari feel’ to them, with light fabrics and warm coloured pillows and lamps. The camp has now two Family Tents which are ideal for families with children as two tents are joined together under a thatched roof, with a private veranda and sitting area on offer.

Do see Best Safaris & Holidays on this page.

Wildlife & Activities at Lewa Safari Camp

Lewa Safari Camp offers a wide range of activities for guests including game drives, guided bush walks, bush breakfasts, sundowners, spa treatments, horse riding and camel riding!

The Lewa Safari Camp guides are based in camp within Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, and are some of the best guides in the country. Most are from neighbouring local communities and have been guiding within the Conservancy for many years, some for over 15 years.

Don’t miss our Lewa Safari Camp Wildlife Guide on this page.

How to book Lewa Safari Camp

Please call us in the UK on the usual +44 1525 840 149 or email info@theafricaspecialists.com to check availability, best prices and what adventures you have in mind. We can plan and arrange it all for you and have been for over 20 years!

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Lewa Safari Camp Highlights

Just some of the highlights of this hand-picked Lewa Downs camp. Do call us direct for any other details or to help with planning and logistics.

Luxury Accommodation

14 tents

4WD Drive Game Safaris

game drives & bush walks options

Swimming Pool

swimming pool included

African White Rhino

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

Drinks & Snacks

sundowners & picnic options

Cultural Activities

cultural visits available

Please go to either of our Tailormade Safari Trips pages to see a lot more safari trips, ideas and budgets.

What kind of wildlife should you expect to find around Lewa Safari Camp for 2026/27?

For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife around the Lewa Safari Camp bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding wildlife that dwell in this part of the Lewa Downs…

Don't miss our full Africa Wildlife Guide right here.

What are your best safari trips & itineraries to Lewa Safari Camp’s Lewa Downs for 2026/27?

Some of our most-popular tailor-made trips for the Lewa Downs that could include a stay at Lewa Safari Camp include...
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What are the other best camps in Lewa Downs for 2026/27?

We highly recommend the following camps for Lewa Downs for 2026/27. These are all tried and tested by The Africa Specialists™ so don’t hesitate to call us with any queries over them or to check availability.

NB. All prices for properties exclude applicable park fees and are guide prices.

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3 Nights

Lewa House

Lewa Downs

From $1,600 per person per night
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Lewa House, Lewa Downs, Kenya

When is the best time to stay at Lewa Safari Camp in 2026/27?

Generally speaking, as the Lewa Safari Camp is in Lewa Downs, we recommend booking stays here with us any time on the following timescales — depending on your preferences and wildlife/safari viewing plans — but if you want to avoid peak season or aim to get the timing “just right” then do call us any time to check your plans, costs and best options for a fantastic Lewa Safari Camp stay in the 2026/27 season…

January fair

February fair

March mixed

April mixed

May mixed

June great

July best

August amazing

September great

October still good

November fair

December fair

Don’t miss our full When to Visit kenya guide on our main kenya page.

Why travel with The Africa Specialists™?

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100% tailormade

We help plan your trip from start to finish
We make sure to include all your interests
We offer a range of accommodation types
It is your trip, made to suit you

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Expert knowledge

We have over 40 years of destination know how
We all spend time in our destinations annually
Local contacts give us unique insight
We are true specialists

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We have you covered!

We have full ATOL bonding for your financial peace of mind
We provide 24/7 emergency backup as you travel
We make sure that the properties and guides are the best!

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A trusted service

Established in 2010, you can totally rely on us.
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Please call us any time on USA +1-917-336-2937 or drop us a note via our contact us page.

It is the people, the animals and the unique experiences that bring people back to Africa time and time again.”

Nick French, The Africa Specialists™

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Location

The Lewa Conservancy is located in central Kenya and covers a huge 65,000 acres of vast wilderness. Lewa homes incredible views of Mount Kenya, and the arid lands of Tassia and Il Ngwesi. The conservancy is home to an incredible amount of game, particularly famous for its two endangered species – the grevy’s zebra and the black rhino. The conservancy is fenced and employs over 150 rangers to protect the 10% Kenya’s rhinos that live here.

Layout

Lewa Safari Camp has 11 ensuite tents which can be double or twin occupancy. The main dining area offers guests to eat separately, or join other guests in the true ‘safari experience’. The menu is set daily and offers an Italian cuisine, with produce sourced locally. The camp has a pool within the green gardens and has sunbeds under shade, bar service, board games and table tennis on offer.

Rooms

The tents are extremely spacious, with a large bedroom, an ensuite bathroom and a spacious veranda overlooking the extensive views of Lewa Conservancy. The rooms are thatch-covered and have a simple and elegant ‘safari feel’ to them, with light fabrics and warm coloured pillows and lamps. The camp has now two Family Tents which are ideal for families with children as two tents are joined together under a thatched roof, with a private veranda and sitting area on offer.

Activities

Lewa Safari Camp offers a wide range of activities for guests including game drives, guided bush walks, bush breakfasts, sundowners, spa treatments, horse riding and camel riding! Te Lewa Safari Camp guides are based in camp within Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, and are some of the best guides in the country. Most are from neighbouring local communities and have been guiding within the Conservancy for many years, some for over 15 years.

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