New research revealed that since 2004 over 11,000 elephants have been killed by ivory poachers and unless action urgently takes place, the African elephant could become extinct within the next ten years.

Back in the 1970s, around 1,300,000 African elephants roamed in the wilderness. In recent years that figure has dropped to a painfully low 470,000 and the population is continuously decreasing.

How You Can Help

Just 75 minutes flying time from us is the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, an elephant orphanage and charity dedicated to protecting Africa’s endangered creatures, including elephants, Black Rhinos, and the Grevy’s zebra.

The charity has launched several campaigns to help elephants, including iWorry – a programme launched to encourage people to ‘say no to ivory’ and stop illegal poaching for good. Established to honour the work of famous naturalist David Sheldrick, the trust has many celebrity supporters, including Sex and the City star Kristen Davis and UK comedian Ricky Gervais.

You can make a donation or foster a baby elephant, or even better, why not visit the wildlife centre and volunteer?  Newborns are often orphaned as their families are killed to serve the ivory trade. Dependent on their mother’s milk for the first two years of their life, baby elephants require a lot of care. Visit the specialist nursery in Nairobi, Kenya and learn and help look after these beautiful animals.

Kenyan Safari Lodges

We offer several traditionally designed safari lodges overlooking an incredible 20,000 acre private conservancy. Enjoy a spot of luxury and relaxation in the spa, before experiencing the amazing wildlife on safari with your personal guide.

When you’re not helping the elephants or meeting the friendly Maasai community, we have dozens of activities on offer, including game drives and walks by day or night, horse and camel riding, mountain biking, fly camping and conservation work. After all that adventure you can kick back under the stars on your private deck.

Open 11am – 12pm, many of our guests visit the Sheldrick orphanage on the last day of the visit and enjoy lunch and shopping in Nairobi before leaving later on in the day. To make life easier, we arrange all transport for you, ensuring you finish your holiday is the best way possible.

For more information on our safari holidays, or to book, contact us today.

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Climb up to the specially designed platform where you can feed and stroke these incredible animals. In the nearby lecture halls the centre’s specialist team will tell you all about their work and how you can help giraffes like Kelly, Arlene, Hellen, Ibrahim and Edd.

90% of funds from entrance fees, gift shop and teahouse sales go towards providing conservation education to Kenyan school children, so you can make a difference by simply visiting the centre, having a cupper and buying a cuddly toy.

As well as a close encounter with these beautiful creatures, you can also enjoy the park’s nature sanctuary which boasts 95 acres of indigenous forest with a seasonal river offering a serene environment. As well as giraffes you may spot warthogs, monkeys, squirrels, hyenas and even leopards that come to the forest.

Why not make your visit to Nairobi extra special by staying in a luxury safari lodge? At Ol-Lentille we offer a wide range of houses for couples, groups and families. Each lodge has been designed to reflect a modern African style and has a charming sitting area with open fire and outdoor decking area overlooking our breathtaking conservancy.

The adventurous can enjoy a whole host of activities from game drives and walks with your personal guide, to fly camping, mountain biking and horse riding. Those who prefer a touch of relaxation can kick back by the infinity pool or be pampered at the spa.

For more information about our lodges, or to book, contact us today and ensure your next holiday creates everlasting memories for the whole family.

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Kenya is an ideal wedding destination as it offers beautiful coastal locations and amazing safari experiences which are great for creating your honeymoon adventure. Whether you’re after a simple church or registry office wedding, an exotic beach or safari park ceremony, Kenya has something on offer for all couples.

Kenyan Safari Honeymoons

Safari honeymoons are a popular choice for many newlyweds across the globe. Kenya safaris offer exciting, yet romantic honeymoons where you can start married life by getting up close and personal with nature on thrilling bush drives and spend evenings dining under the stars in your own private lodge.Planning a wedding can be a stressful time which is why many couples opt for a honeymoon where they can kick back, relax and enjoy some quality time together.

At Ol Lentille we have a luxury infinity pool area where you can catch some rays and take in the breathtaking views from our comfy lounging pods.

Why not treat yourself to one of the many beauty, massage and reflexology treatments at the spa before enjoying some once-in-a-lifetime experiences on the reserve? Your personal guide can take you on many game walks and drives at day or night and we offer a whole host of activities, from camel and horse riding, to archery and quad-bike riding. Further afield, you and your partner can experience unique excursions, including trout fishing, bird shooting, helicopter trips, kayaking and river rafting.

Luxury Safari Honeymoon

Our “Eyrie” house is perfect for honeymooners. Perched at the top of our rock kopje, the luxury house has an incredible circular bedroom with wall to ceiling windows boasting mountainous views. Step outside and spend evenings under the stars in your secluded double rock bath.

It’s the little touches that make your honeymoon extra special, which is why our resident staff are always on hand to offer as much or as little help as you need. With your own personal chef, butler, valet and safari guide, you won’t have to lift a finger during your stay.

For more information on getting married or honeymooning in Kenya, contact us today. Our friendly team are happy to offer their expertise.

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Kenya is becoming an increasingly popular honeymoon destination due to its breathtaking African scenery, luxury boutique hotels, and of course the all important, once-in-a-lifetime safari experiences.

Many five star lodges come complete with a butler, chef, safari guide, valet and askari (responsible for your safety and security), so you don’t have to lift a finger during your stay. Hotel rooms and safari lodges boast spectacular views – step out onto your private terrace and you’ll feel like you’re in a scene from Disney’s The Lion King.

Tranquil spa and pool areas are perfect for honeymooners who want to kick back, relax and enjoy a fantastic start to married life. For the more adventurous, many conservancies have a wide range of activities on offer, from horse riding excursions where you can take in some of the area’s most picturesque sites, to incredible game walks and drives under the stars. Of course, you’re not limited to the activities on your reserve, Kenya has many exciting excursions on offer, including helicopter rides, white water rafting, fishing and camel trekking.

Tourists have the opportunity to visit the local communities and learn more about the Maasai culture. Guests can also visit local schools, support local business start-ups and healthcare programmes, and purchase some incredible artefacts, handmade by the Maasai women.

Kenya boasts spectacular game viewing and scenery all year round – January to March is the most popular time to visit as the weather is warm and dry and wildlife is found near the seasonal water holes. However, you can still enjoy an incredible experience during the low seasons and tourist numbers are not as high, so your safari honeymoon will feel more exclusive.

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The evening was jam packed with fabulous entertainment provided by artist Charles Burns, magician Jimmy Sheridan, Flamenco dancer Anita la Maltesa and up and coming singer-songwriter Louise Golbey. The event also included a silent auction where guests had the opportunity to bid for a wide range of incredible items and make generous contributions to the charity.

The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust is a small charity established to honour the memory of famous naturalist David Sheldrick. The charity plays a significant role in Kenya’s conservation efforts. As well as the elephant orphanage, the trust has also hand reared black rhino calves, helping to retrieve the highly endangered species from extinction.

The wildlife experts at the Sheldrick orphanage have successfully saved and hand reared around 82 African elephant calves, some from their day of birth. Elephant calves are often left alone to suffer when their mother and family members are killed by poachers to serve the ivory trade. Rearing an elephant is an expensive and long-term commitment – the team rely on fostering and donations to keep the orphanage open.

If you visit the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and experience a once-in-a-lifetime safari vacation, why not also include a stay at Ol Lentille? We have a wide range of luxury lodges, so you can enjoy your own place in the breathtaking African wilderness.

Experience Kenya’s incredible wildlife, including the endangered African wild dog, greater kudu leopard and Grevy’s zebra before winding down with a luxurious spa treatment.  The infinity pool area is great place to relax and enjoy some incredible views, and with your butler, chef and valet always on hand, you won’t have to lift a finger during your stay. Click here to find out more and book.

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January to March is a popular time to travel to Kenya as the weather is hot and dry. These months are also ideal for bird viewing in the National Parks and Reserves and at the beautiful Rift Valley lakes. Game viewing at the perennial water holes is popular at the beginning of the year; but the great thing about Kenya is that you can visit at any time of year and have an incredible experience.

At Ol Lentille we have a wide range of activities on offer, including game walks and drives at day and night, mountain biking, horse riding, rock climbing, and fly camping. For the less adventurous, we also have a magnificent spa offering a variety of massage, aromatherapy, reflexology and beauty treatments, so you can kick back, relax and be pampered.

When you’re not on safari, you catch some rays at our luxurious infinity pool area which boasts spectacular views of the Conservancy and beyond. We want you to enjoy every moment of this spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime holiday, which is why we offer a butler, valet, safari guide, askari, and chef with each of our stunning lodges.

Each of our four private accommodations has a unique African style, and features a lounge and dining area with charming open fire. Most of the houses also have a plunge pool or large outdoor bath set in the rocks so you can bathe under the stars.

When you’re not spending the evening in your boutique lodge, you can take a walk up to our club room, where you can read, write, relax, or chat with fellow guests over a glass of wine. Just above is our viewing deck which has an open fire, bar and GPS controlled telescope for star gazing or taking a look at the Conservancy wildlife.

Life’s too short for ifs and buts – book your luxury African safari today.

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Relaxation

There is no better place to relax than in one of the exclusive houses at the Sanctuary. Sunbathe in your own outdoor decking space and enjoy the spectacular views for miles across the conservancy alongside our private plunge pool. Your valet is dedicated to keeping your house clean and tidy and will be able to unpack for you, wash laundry, iron your clothes and clean your shoes if you so desire. Lounge and enjoy the finest dining wherever you are; your butler will bring your food and drinks to you.

Our houses are decorated with lavish furnishings, traditional art and antiques, or, if you are staying in The Chief’s House, bathe in candlelight under the stars in our outdoor bath. For relaxed entertainment play a game of boules or croquet or enjoy treatments in our on-site spa; our on-site nanny can enable you to enjoy some alone time.

To meet other guests in a different environment make a visit to The Library, our ‘club room’. Here you can read, write, have a drink from the bar and use the state-of-the-art GPS telescope.

Nature and wildlife

Laikipia, Kenya is world-renowned for its pristine wilderness, which is home to a wealth of wildlife and flora. Ol Lentille is situated deep within a private conservation area with acres of grassy hills, valleys and wooded areas.

The conservancy is home to the endangered African wild dog, zebra, leopard, hyena and klipspringer, and your guide, a local Maasai, will be able to arrange trips within the conservancy or further afield, sharing his unique knowledge of the area with you.

Try a day or night game drive, horse or camel trek for 1 to 5 nights, trout fishing on Mt Kenya, visit other parks and reserves or get close to nature with a fly camping trip or a bush skills course. And perhaps best of all, by staying at Ol Lentille you will be contributing to protecting the environment of this beautiful region for years to come.

Adventure

Ol Lentille also caters to the adrenaline junkie. Your personal guide will be able to plan trips mountain biking, abseiling, rock climbing, bird shooting, kayaking or river rafting. For something truly special we can even arrange helicopter trips. You might enjoy camping under the stars in the conservancy; nothing is too much trouble for our dedicated team of staff.

Simply tell our staff what you want from your holiday at Ol Lentille and let us plan some truly memorable experiences for you.

Communities

Your guide, a local Maasai, has an unrivalled knowledge of the areas surrounding the houses at Ol Lentille, which he is more than happy to share with you. The Laikipiak Maasai are responsible for looking after the Kijabe Group Ranch, where Ol Lentille is situated. Around a hundred Kijabe residents helped with the construction of the Sanctuary at Ol Lentille, and which is owned by them, so your holiday really couldn’t be any more cultural or community-based.

Take a guided visit to a local school or the Manyatta craft village and learn about Maasai traditional cooking techniques, house building, animal husbandry, musical instrument construction, games and beadwork.

Your stay at the Sanctuary really depends on you. We understand that everybody wants something different which is why we offer such a diverse range of activities to guests. Whatever you are hoping to get out of your time with us we can guarantee an unforgettable experience tailored to your needs.

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Of course, looking’s no good on its own. Once you’re there, you’ll want to get out and explore Kenya. Usually, this means booking yourself onto a scheduled tour and cramming yourself into an overcrowded jeep with no guarantee that your driver even knows where he’s going. At Ol Lentille, our private 4x4s are here for you. You can ride on the roof for the best views, while our specially employed bush guides take you for a tour of the 20,000 acre private wildlife conservancy. And there’s no waiting around to catch a tour either; we go when it suits you.

For those of you who like to take your time and savour your delights, we can also arrange horse- and camel-back tours. That way, you’ll be sure to have time to take everything in. You can go for a short tour if you like, but a longer trek opens up the chance to experience another wonder of Africa; a night out beneath the clear, starry sky of the plains. In the morning, you’ll awake to a top quality meal cooked by waiting chefs.

When you’re out on safari here, the animals you want to keep an eye out for are some of the most endangered in Africa. Our conservation area abounds with elephant, African wild dog, leopard, striped and spotted hyena, greater kudu, and klipspringer, as well as the more common species

Let Africa remain undiscovered no longer.

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