SIRIKOI

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy | Kenya

HIGHLIGHTS

WHAT WE LOVE

Thrilling horse riding and seeing forest elephants in Ngare Ndare

Strolling the gorgeous organic garden with more than 80 species

Cosy accommodation with indoor fireplaces for chilly evenings

WHEN TO VISIT

Dry Season:  July to October

Green Season:  April to May – short rains
November to December – long rains

Shoulder Season:  April to May

CONSERVATION & COMMUNITY

Reforestation
Former maize fields around the lodge are being returned to indigenous acacia forest, a vital food for rhinos and elephants

Community outreach
All proceeds from Sirikoi’s beauty treatments go to Lewa School for which it also supplies water and sponsorships; produce and supplies are bought from Il Ngwesi community members where possible; and educational support includes funding further training at the Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association

Green operations
On-site purification of spring water; recycling of all glass, plastic and metal; elimination of plastic food wrapping via the use of glass containers; replacing illegal single-use plastic bags with cloth and paper shoppers; solar power for electricity and water heating; and wastewater is reused via a BioBox

OVERVIEW

Sirikoi is a lovely collection of tents and thatched cottages that all look out onto sprawling lawns dotted with iconic acacia trees. The home-from-home feeling is only enhanced by comfy armchairs overlooking the popular waterhole, games of croquet on the grass and strolling the thriving organic kitchen garden that supplies the just-picked fruit, vegetables and herbs that go into every farm-to-plate meal.

The surrounding bush of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy thrives too, from herds of reticulated giraffe and beautiful Grevy’s zebra to a sizable population of black and white rhino found on drives and walks. Fun activities include braving the swing bridge in Ngare Ndare Forest Reserve to soaring the craggy mountains and unexpected lakes of northern Kenya on a helicopter flip.

FACILITIES

  • Swimming pool
  • Waterhole
  • Hide
  • Bar
  • Lounge
  • Dining room
  • Family unit
  • Laundry service
  • Safari shop

TENT FEATURES

  • Deck
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Wi-Fi
  • Indoor bathtub
  • Indoor shower
  • Lounge
  • Electrical charging point
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

COTTAGE FEATURES

  • Two bedrooms
  • Two bathrooms
  • Lounge
  • Dining room
  • Kitchen
  • Television
  • DVD player
  • Wi-Fi
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

HOUSE FEATURES

  • Three bedrooms
  • Three bathrooms
  • Lounge
  • Dining room
  • Deck
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Private vehicle
  • Private chef
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Entertainment system
  • Indoor bathtub
  • Indoor shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

ACTIVITIES

  • Game drives
  • Birding
  • Nature walks
  • Horse riding (extra cost)
  • Scenic helicopter flights (extra cost)
  • Croquet

GALLERY

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