Lewa House

We stayed for 3 nights at Lewa House, in Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (reviewed separately). Our hosts, Sophie and Calum, and the resident managers, Jonty and Sarah, offer an exceptionally warm welcome, making guests feel like family friends for whom nothing is too much trouble. Our family of 4 adults stayed in a cottage with two bedrooms and two shower rooms, and a veranda with comfortable sofa and beautiful view. The main communal area is a large thatched sitting room with a big open fire, and comfortable large veranda, perfect for sundowners (all complimentary). The food was excellent - breakfast in the garden overlooking a waterhole, where you can watch buffalo and zebra, and a variety of beautiful birds, as well as monkeys and rock hyraxes. Breakfast could also be provided on a game drive, complete with tables, napkins, and staff to cook a hot breakfast. Lunch at communal tables in the shady dining room, also afternoon tea with homemade cake. Dinner is provided at a huge table, which is a wonderful chance to meet the other guests and exchange stories of wonderful sightings.|Each party has an individual guide and land cruiser, and a morning and afternoon game drive are provided. Guides are very experienced, often Masai living locally, and they are able to drive anywhere in the conservancy to show you wildlife. We saw lions with cubs of different ages, a cheetah, leopards and cubs, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and of course white and black rhinos for which the conservancy is famous. This was in 48 hours. Other wonderful things were a bush walk and a forest walk, with a chance to swim in magical pools under waterfalls. My son is interested in birds, and one of the staff spent an early morning hour and a half with us in the compound showing us a huge variety of local birds.|I can't say enough good things about this place, it's absolutely wonderful. Go and you won't regret it.

Have just spent 4 fantastic days here and did not want to leave. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel special. The cottage was great as were the amazing views from the veranda and of elephants and ostrich passing by. The bedroom so very comfortable. The management and staff were welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Lews House is a calm and peaceful little bit of heaven.|Our guide Martin was exceptional and very knowledgeable. His driving skills incredible. Always concerned for our safety. His calm gentle nature was appreciated.|In all a fantastic 4 days, with memories to last a lifetime, we hope to return.|Thank you Sarah, Jonty, all the staff and Martin. With our very best wishes Sue & George

My husband and I cannot recommend Lewa House highly enough. From the moment we met our guide, Joseph, we felt welcomed and immediately began spotting an incredible array of wildlife. Joseph's extensive knowledge of the animals and landscape truly enriched our experience, and he was always ready to answer our many questions.||We also had the privilege of holding our elopement ceremony at Lewa, featuring a beautiful blessing from the Maasai tribe. This turned out to be a truly spectacular experience—more magical than we could have ever imagined. Jonty and Sarah went above and beyond in planning our ceremony, ensuring we felt cherished throughout our entire three-day stay. They truly made us feel like royalty.||We wholeheartedly encourage anyone to visit Lewa. The breathtaking beauty, abundant wildlife, and exceptional hospitality will exceed your expectations!

Our family enjoyed our trip to the Lewa house. They understand hospitality and ensured we had a fantastic experience. The owners were so wonderful and shared so much of the history and love they have for Lewa! The grounds were very wonderful and the location was incredibly convenient for wildlife and the airport. The food was wonderful and they managed food sensitivities wonderfully! Their staff was wonderful and our guide Joseph was incredibly knowledgeable and absolutely wonderful with all of us including our children. He answered all their questions and taught us a lot about Lewa! I highly recommend Lewa House to anyone going on safari!

Yet another gem in Kenya! Loved staying at Lewa House in Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. The accommodations are small houses yet very spacious with large outdoor patio. Loved getting the morning coffee and tea brought to us for enjoyment on the patio watching the animals around the watering hole.|The food was amazing, well done to the chefs and the kitchen staff.|Our driver and guide, Martin, was simply fabulous! He was an encyclopedia when it came to wild life, the culture and everything about Kenya. We truly enjoyed bumping around in the safari jeep with Martin. So much fun! Thank you to the hosts and staff and Lewa House! You all made our stay with you memorable and very special.

We started our unforgettable safari at Lewa. Martin our guide was amazing both as a guide and with our children. We are so grateful for Martin and his experience. Whilst at Lewa we saw soo many rhino. We didn’t see them anywhere else while on safari. We also partook of the canopy walk and a horseback safari, which as an equestrian was unforgettable! We were so blessed by the hospitality of the management and owners during our stay and had a private walk to the hand axe site with Callum while there. If there was a negative at all it could have been the way other (American) guests reacted to our children’s presence- they asked how we ‘wound up there?’ And avoided our children quite evidently. All of this with the note that we spent so much time away on excursions that their behavior did not dampen our experience and enthusiasm for Lewa We would still. And do highly recommend! Thank you for all you do for the children at the schools you sponsor and wildlife! I will forever be grateful for my time with you and the time I spent with your students teaching a lesson! |Asante Sana!

What an unbelievable 4 days at Lewa House. Incredible luxury and hospitality. Sophie, Callum, Sarah and Jonty were incredible hosts. The food was delicious and bountiful. Lots of great surprises. A huge shout out to our indefatigable guide Wilson who went above and beyond to make sure we saw everything! We will be back!

This is heaven to put it simply. You can see the deers and giraffes from the breeakfast table. The view from the cottage is everythingggg. There is a fireplace for when it gets cold. Martin was such a sweetheart. If I could stay in a place and never leave,this would be it. So peaceful and aesthetically pleasing. I would give 10 stars if I could.