Conservancy
Borana Conservancy
Kenya 135 km² (52 mi²) Est. 2013
About Borana Conservancy
Borana Conservancy is an exclusive, privately owned wildlife sanctuary on the Laikipia Plateau, bordering Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. In 2014, Borana removed its fence with Lewa, creating a combined 93,000-acre wildlife corridor that has dramatically boosted rhino and elephant conservation across the region.
Covering 135 square kilometres of open savannah, rocky outcrops, and cedar forests on the northern slopes of Mount Kenya, Borana offers an intimate and luxurious safari experience. The conservancy is home to all Big Five and supports an important population of black and white rhinos. With just a handful of exclusive lodges, visitor numbers are kept deliberately low.
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Safari Tours
4.0
Avg Rating
4/5
Big Five
13
Years Protected
Highlights
- Ultra-exclusive experience with very low visitor numbers
- Connected corridor with Lewa — 93,000 acres of wildlife habitat
- Big Five with excellent rhino sighting opportunities
- Stunning Mount Kenya views and varied terrain
- No malaria risk at high altitude
Considerations
- Very expensive — aimed at ultra-luxury market
- Limited lodge options (only a few exclusive properties)
- Requires booking well in advance
- No self-drive — guided activities only
Wildlife
Big Five Status
🦁
Lion
occasional
🐆
Leopard
occasional
🐘
Elephant
common
🦬
Buffalo
Not present
🦏
Rhino
common
Notable Species
Lion
Occasional
Leopard
Occasional
Elephant
Common
Black Rhino
Common
White Rhino
Common
Grevy's Zebra
Common
Wild Dog
Occasional
Reticulated Giraffe
Common
Common Occasional Rare
Best Time to Visit
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Peak Season Good Time Less Ideal
Climate Overview
Getting There
Borana is accessed via Nanyuki, approximately 250 km (4 hours) from Nairobi. Flights from Nairobi to Lewa/Borana airstrip take about 1 hour. The conservancy shares access with Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.
Nearest Airport
Lewa Airstrip
Nearest City
Nanyuki
Drive Time
4 hours