Conservancy
Loisaba Conservancy
Kenya 226 km² (87 mi²) Est. 1996
About Loisaba Conservancy
Loisaba Conservancy is a 226-square-kilometre private wildlife sanctuary on the western Laikipia Plateau, perched dramatically on the edge of the Ewaso Ng'iro escarpment. Famous for its iconic Star Beds — open-air platforms where guests sleep under the stars while wildlife roams below — Loisaba embodies the romance of the African safari.
The conservancy's diverse terrain ranges from open grasslands to rugged gorges, supporting all of the Big Five plus wild dogs, Grevy's zebra, and over 260 bird species. Loisaba is a founding member of the Northern Rangelands Trust and a vital wildlife corridor linking the Laikipia highlands to Samburu's semi-arid lowlands.
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Safari Tours
4.2
Avg Rating
3/5
Big Five
30
Years Protected
Highlights
- Iconic Star Beds — sleep under the African sky with wildlife below
- Wild dogs, Grevy's zebra, and Big Five
- Dramatic escarpment setting with panoramic views
- Important wildlife corridor linking Laikipia to Samburu
- Excellent horse riding and mountain biking options
Considerations
- Ultra-luxury pricing puts it out of reach for most budgets
- Very limited accommodation capacity
- Remote location requires a flight or long drive
- Star Beds not suitable for those nervous about open-air sleeping
Wildlife
Big Five Status
🦁
Lion
common
🐆
Leopard
occasional
🐘
Elephant
common
🦬
Buffalo
Not present
🦏
Rhino
Not present
Notable Species
Lion
Common
Leopard
Occasional
Elephant
Common
Cheetah
Occasional
Grevy's Zebra
Common
Gemsbok
Occasional
Wild Dog
Common
Reticulated Giraffe
Common
Common Occasional Rare
Best Time to Visit
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak Season Good Time Less Ideal
Climate Overview
Getting There
Loisaba is approximately 300 km (5 hours) north of Nairobi. Flights from Nairobi's Wilson Airport to Loisaba airstrip take about 1 hour. The conservancy is on the western Laikipia Plateau near the Samburu boundary.
Nearest Airport
Loisaba Airstrip
Nearest City
Nanyuki
Drive Time
5 hours