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ClosedWildlife: Closed throughout April 2027.
Closed throughout April 2027.
Kicheche Laikipia
Laikipia, Kenya · Private reserve
Lodge describes itself as: Luxurious. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Tented camp
Mid-range · How we rate: Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
How we rate
Explore Africa level, based on the typical lowest nightly rate per person sharing: Value under A$400, Mid-range A$400 to A$899, Luxury A$900 to A$1,799, Ultra-luxury A$1,800 or more.
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Full board+ (FB+)
Kamok Airstrip transfers, Full board accommodation and 10 more
6 tents
Standard Tent, Family Suite
All ages welcome
Family rooms available
By air
via Kamok Airstrip
Wi-Fi in rooms
Solar power
From about A$810
per person / night, sharing
Overview
About Kicheche Laikipia
Kicheche Laikipia is a six-tent camp beside a waterhole in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, with Mount Kenya rising beyond the highland landscape. Five standard tents and a two-bedroom Family Suite keep the scale small. En-suite bathrooms, in-room WiFi and solar power provide practical comforts, while the shared lounge and dining tent has two fireplaces for cooler evenings. Days centre on game drives, night drives, guided walks and mountain biking. Rhino conservation is a strong part of the setting, with specialist visits available at extra cost. The Family Suite adds a private lounge and an exclusive-use game vehicle.
“A good fit for travellers who want a small camp with more than game drives: walks, night drives and mountain biking add variety, while the two-bedroom Family Suite gives families room to spread out.”
Best for
FamiliesRepeat safari-goersGroups
Known for
What you can expect to see
RhinoGiraffeZebra
Black rhinos and rare northern species, including reticulated giraffes and Grevy's zebras, are a focus in Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Your stay
What's included
Board: Full board+ (FB+)
Special offer: Combine Kicheche Laikipia with any Kicheche camp in the Mara for six nights for the price of five during 2026 or 2027, outside camp closures. The free night is at Laikipia. Conservancy fees remain payable and offers cannot be combined.
Included
- Kamok Airstrip transfers
- Full board accommodation
- Picnics
- Drinks
- Shared game-viewing drives
- Night game drives
- Sundowners
- Picnic breakfast
- Laundry (excluding underwear)
- Guided bush walks
- Mountain biking
- Community Trust contribution
- Game drives
- Night drives
- Walking safaris
Not included
- Concession fees
Ol Pejeta Conservancy fees are additional: US$187 per night for adults and young adults aged 12-17, or US$94 for children aged 3-11.
Optional extras (at a cost)
Specialist rhino visits, the anti-poaching dogs experience and private vehicles cost extra. Departure after midday carries a US$100 per-person supplement in regular and mid tariff seasons, or US$150 in peak tariff seasons; tents must still be vacated by 10:00.
Facilities
Comforts and facilities
At the property
- Restaurant
- Lounge
- Curio shop
In your room
- Wi-Fi in your room
- En-suite bathroom
- In-room WiFi
Rooms
Where you sleep
- Standard Tent5 at camp · En-suite bathroom, Hot shower, Flush toilet, Running water, In-room WiFi, Verandah, Hammock
- Family Suite1 at camp · Two bedrooms, En-suite bathrooms, Private lounge, Private dining table, Exclusive-use game vehicle
Activities
Things to do
Included in your stay
Getting there
How you'll arrive
- Kamok Airstrip
- Transfer
- Kicheche Laikipia
- How you arrive
- By air · via Kamok Airstrip
- Luggage
- 15 kg per person in soft bags
Good to know
Before you book
- Check-in
- From 11:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Children
- All ages welcome. Family rooms available
- Single travellers
- A single supplement applies
- Exclusive use
- Available
- Dietary needs
- Special diets catered for
- Power
- Solar power
- Malaria
- Low malaria risk
When to go
Best time to visit
Month-by-month notes
How we judge each month
- Dry season, best game viewingAmong this property's strongest months for conditions, access and key experiences.
- GoodVery favourable conditions for this property and its key experiences.A generally good time to stay, with some normal seasonal compromises.
- Green seasonWorkable for specific priorities, with notable seasonal compromises.The property operates, but seasonal conditions bring substantial trade-offs.
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Details checked November 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.