Lodges
Lodges in The Big North offer an unparalleled blend of comfort and adventure in Kenya’s most remote and breathtaking landscapes. Designed to harmonize with the rugged wilderness, these lodges range from rustic, eco-friendly retreats to exclusive luxury stays. Many feature open-air designs, locally sourced materials, and stunning views of dramatic mountains and thriving wildlife. Guests can enjoy immersive experiences such as guided safaris, cultural encounters with indigenous communities, and conservation-focused activities. Staying in a lodge within The Big North provides an authentic escape into one of Africa’s last great frontiers while supporting sustainable tourism and wildlife protection.

The perfect secluded getaway, Tassia is a gem nestled along the ridge of a small escarpment with endless views of the Lengishu plains and Nesarge and Lossos hills in the distance. Created out of rock and wood, the eight bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, offer stunning views with all modern comforts yet

Set up around a magnificent fig tree on the edge of the river, the lodge offers a tranquil setting in which to relax.
The lodge is made of natural rock and wood reflecting the area in which are they built. There is a large central mess and lounge area next to a lovely campfire nestled under the Olgaboli ‘fig tree’ after which the camp is named.

Set within unspoiled wilderness where Samburu meets Laikipia, Loitana Wild is an exclusive-use safari retreat hosting just one party at a time. Tailor your stay to your own pace and allow yourself the time and space to immerse yourself in the conservancy, connect with nature, and experience the remoteness on your own terms.

The secluded 4-banda camp of Saruni Rhino, in partnership with Sera Community Conservancy, offers the first rhino tracking experience in East Africa, an amazing experience that provides a uniquely thrilling experience, but also allows guests to actively contribute to the protection of this iconic species. Comprised of four elegant ‘bandas’ (rustic stone cottages)

In the northern frontier of Kenya lies the Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy, an area of 850,000 acres of pristine wilderness surrounding the Mathews Range of mountains. The savannah plains and lush mountain slopes are home to elephant, leopard, reticulated giraffe, wild dog and kudu in ever-increasing numbers.

Sasaab is close to the Buffalo Springs and Samburu National Reserves, in Kenya’s Northern Frontier District. It’s a place of rich natural diversity with an astounding number of animals from huge, majestic elephant to lion, leopard and cheetah and the ‘Samburu Special Five’: the Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk antelope and Somali ostrich.

Owned and run by the Maasai community, Il Ngwesi offers something truly special. Visitors to the lodge have full wildlife and cultural experience, enjoying hospitality more akin that offered to a valued family member. With no other tourist facilities within the Group Ranch, it is the ultimate personal experience.

Saruni Samburu’s six luxury villas are open and spacious, heralding spectacular views over Kenya’s Northern Frontier District and Mount Kenya in the distance. The warm and welcoming hospitality makes for an intimate and exceptional experience. The lodge is revered for its innovative, eco-chic architecture and interesting design and décor, as well as its Italian-inspired cuisine.

In the northern frontier of Kenya lies the Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy, an area of 850,000 acres of pristine wilderness surrounding the Mathews Range of mountains. The savannah plains and lush mountain slopes are home to elephant, leopard, reticulated giraffe, wild dog and kudu in ever-increasing numbers.

Kalepo Camp is an exclusive-use luxury tented camp set in the heart of Samburuland, at the foot of the Mathews Mountains in northern Kenya. Surrounded by vast, unfenced wilderness and set along a dry river beneath ancient acacias, the camp offers an intimate retreat for families and private groups. Its distinctive character comes from the close connection between Samburu culture, conservation and wilderness, with most of the camp team drawn from the local community.

Ol Lentille is an exceptional luxury safari retreat where wilderness, community and conservation come together. Perched on a dramatic ridge overlooking the Laikipia landscape, the lodge offers breathtaking views, complete privacy and an intimate connection with nature. Its four exclusive villas are individually designed and fully serviced, making the property ideal for couples, families and private groups seeking an authentic and highly personalised safari experience.

Kitich Forest Camp is in a truly remote and pristine wilderness, located in an exquisite forest glade on the upper slopes of the Mathews Mountains (also known as the Lenkiyio Hills). The Mathews, referred to as a "biological bonanza" and sky island, is a massive range that rises up from the desert floor to over 6,000 feet.



