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Ol Malo Lodge

Laikipia, Kenya

Lodge describes itself as: Luxury. Self-declared by the lodge, not an official grade.Lodge
Luxury · 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+)

Full board accommodation, Private guide and 14 more

4 rooms

One-bedroom cottage, Two-bedroom family cottage

All ages welcome

Family rooms available

By air

5 min from Ol Malo bush airstrip

Wi-Fi in rooms

Solar power

From about A$1,560

per person / night, sharing

Overview

About Ol Malo Lodge

Ol Malo Lodge sits on an escarpment in northern Laikipia, with four stone-and-thatch cottages looking across the valley. Three have one bedroom, while a two-bedroom family cottage shares a bathroom between its rooms. Private verandahs give guests space to retreat; the sitting room, dining area and horizon pool provide places to gather. Days range from game drives and guided walks to horse riding, camel rides and visits to Samburu homesteads. A Treehouse or Leopard Hide sleepout adds a night outdoors without giving up your cottage. Children of all ages are welcome, and the lodge can be booked for exclusive use.

“Four cottages keep the stay small, while riding, walking and camel outings offer variety beyond game drives. The family cottage and private group activities suit families and friends who want to explore at their own pace.”
Why we love it · Explore Africa

Best for

FamiliesGroupsBirders

Known for

What you can expect to see

GiraffeZebraBirdlife

Explore northern Laikipia by vehicle, on foot, on horseback or by camel, in country home to reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra and more than 340 bird species.

Your stay

What's included

Board: Full board+ (FB+)

Included

  • Full board accommodation
  • Private guide
  • Day and night game drives
  • Soft drinks and local beers
  • Non-premium wines and spirits
  • Laundry
  • Ol Malo Airstrip transfers
  • Horse riding
  • Camel riding
  • Guided walks
  • Treehouse or Leopard Hide sleepout
  • Samburu beading
  • Samburu homestead visits
  • Sitting room
  • Dining area
  • Private verandah
  • Walking safaris
  • Horse riding
  • Game drives

Not included

  • Concession fees

Conservancy fees are USD183 per adult and USD92 per child per night until 3 January 2027, rising to USD200 and USD100 from 4 January. Transfers from Loisaba Airstrip cost USD110 per vehicle each way; transfers from Ol Malo’s own airstrip are included.

Optional extras (at a cost)

  • Gratuities

Champagne, premium spirits, cellar wines, helicopter excursions and staff tips cost extra. Fly camping has a USD500 nightly mobilisation charge and requires pre-booking.

Facilities

Comforts and facilities

At the property

  • Swimming pool

In your room

  • Wi-Fi in your room
  • En-suite bathroom

Rooms

Where you sleep

  • One-bedroom cottage3 at the property · En-suite bathroom, Private verandah, Large windows
  • Two-bedroom family cottage1 at the property · Two bedrooms, Shared bathroom, Private verandah, Large windows

Activities

Things to do

Getting there

How you'll arrive

  1. Ol Malo bush airstrip
  2. 5 min transfer
  3. Ol Malo Lodge
How you arrive
By air · 5 min from Ol Malo bush airstrip
Transfers
Road transfers take about seven hours from Nairobi, five to six hours from Lewa or Borana, and three hours from Nanyuki, depending on conditions.
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
No single supplement
Exclusive use
Available
Power
Solar power
Malaria
Malaria area. Ask your doctor about prevention.

When to go

Best time to visit

  1. January: Dry season, best game viewing
  2. February: Dry season, best game viewing
  3. March: Dry season, best game viewing
  4. April: Closed
  5. May: Closed
  6. June: Green season
  7. July: Dry season, best game viewing
  8. August: Dry season, best game viewing
  9. September: Dry season, best game viewing
  10. October: Dry season, best game viewing
  11. November: Closed
  12. December: Dry season, best game viewing
  • Dry season, best game viewing
  • Green season
  • Closed
Month-by-month notes

Jan

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Best months for wildlife viewing and other activities.

Feb

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Best months for wildlife viewing and other activities.

Mar

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Best months for wildlife viewing and other activities.

Apr

Closed

The lodge is closed.

May

Closed

The lodge is closed.

Jun

Green season

Wildlife: Long rains.

Jul

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Best months for wildlife viewing and other activities.

Aug

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Best months for wildlife viewing and other activities.

Sep

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Best months for wildlife viewing and other activities.

Oct

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Best months for wildlife viewing and other activities.

Nov

Closed

The lodge is closed.

Dec

Dry season, best game viewing

Wildlife: Best months for wildlife viewing and other activities.

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 October 2026. Rates and availability are confirmed when you enquire.