Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp

Loisaba Tented Camp: A Luxury Safari Stay on the Laikipia Escarpment

Loisaba Tented Camp is a luxury tented camp in the Loisaba Conservancy in Laikipia, Kenya. It has 12 spacious tents on the edge of an escarpment, with views across the plains to Mount Kenya. Guests enjoy an infinity pool, day and night game drives, bush walks, horse riding and camel treks. The camp is about a one-hour flight from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport.

Loisaba is one of the most scenic places to stay in northern Laikipia. The camp is part of the Elewana Collection and was once known as Loisaba Lodge. It sits inside a working ranch and wildlife conservancy that supports elephants, big cats and wild dogs.

Key Takeaways

• Loisaba Tented Camp has 12 spacious en-suite tents, set far apart for privacy.

• The camp sits on an escarpment in the Loisaba Conservancy, with views to Mount Kenya.

• Loisaba is one of the best places in Kenya to look for wild dogs, along with elephants and big cats.

• Rates for 2026 start from US$574 per person sharing on full board in the Green Season, and rise to US$977 in the High Season.

• The Game Package adds shared game drives, activities and airstrip transfers for US$220 more per person sharing.

• Activities include night drives, guided walks, horse and camel safaris, e-bikes, mountain biking and a sniffer dog experience.

• Guests fly from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to the Loisaba airstrip in about an hour.

• Your stay supports conservation and community projects with neighbouring Samburu and Laikipiak Maasai communities.

Quick Facts

What Is Loisaba Tented Camp?

Loisaba Tented Camp is a luxury camp with a safari lodge feel. It combines the comfort of a boutique hotel with the setting of a tented camp. The tents are large, airy and built for views.

The camp sits on the Loisaba Conservancy. This is a private wildlife area of roughly 56,000 acres, though sources quote different sizes. It is also a working ranch. Conservation, community and tourism all share the land.

Where Is Loisaba Tented Camp?

The camp is in northern Laikipia, on the Laikipia Plateau. It is about 260 km from Nairobi. The Ewaso Nyiro River lies to the south of the conservancy. Escarpments and open plains stretch to the north.

You can read more about the area on our Loisaba Conservancy page. For other options nearby, see our guide to the Kenya conservancies.

The Tents

Loisaba has 12 generously sized tents. Most are doubles or twins. The tents have high ceilings, polished wooden floors and floor-to-ceiling doors and windows. Each opens onto a private veranda with a long view.

Every tent has an en-suite bathroom. You get a flush toilet, twin basins and a large solar-heated rainfall shower. Inside, you also find plush rugs, a lounge area and bedside lamps.

The camp offers these room types:

The tents are spaced far apart. As a result, you see and hear very little of your neighbours.

Facilities at the Camp

• Infinity pool: A rim-flow pool with views across Laikipia

• Lounge and bar: A large open lounge with comfortable seating

• Dining area: An open dining area and a wooden deck for meals with a view

• Waterhole views: The camp looks out over a waterhole

• Laundry: Included in the full board rate

• Bush dining: Meals can also be served in the bush

Food and Drink

Meals are served in the open dining area. You can also ask for a bush breakfast or dinner. Local Laikipia honey is a popular treat at breakfast.

Full board includes all meals, teas, coffees, soft drinks, beer, house wines and selected spirits on the property. Premium drinks cost extra.

Loisaba Tented Camp Rates and Seasons 2026

Loisaba has three seasons. Rates change with the season and the room type. All figures are in US dollars.

Season Dates

Full Board Rates

Game Package Rates

Triple room and Safari suite rates are for up to three guests.

What Is Included and Excluded

Which Package Is Better Value?

For most guests, the Game Package is the better choice. It costs US$220 more per person sharing in every season. On Full Board, the twice-daily game drives alone cost US$242 per person, and the airstrip transfer costs US$132 per vehicle. The Game Package covers both, and adds night drives, walks and the sniffer dog experience.

Choose Full Board only if you plan to do very little, or if you prefer to pick and pay for single activities.

Which Season Is Best Value?

• High Season brings the driest weather and the busiest months. It is the most expensive.

• Mid Season saves US$238 per person sharing on full board compared with High Season. It includes January to March and June, plus November and early December, when the short rains may arrive.

• Green Season is the cheapest, saving US$403 per person sharing against High Season. It covers the long rains in April and May, so expect rain and some muddy tracks.

Example Cost

For two people sharing for three nights:

Flights and extras are not included in these examples. Conservancy fees are charged on top, so ask us for the current rate. Plan your safari with us, and we will confirm the total for your dates.

What are the Activities and Experiences at Loisaba?

Loisaba offers more activities than most camps. This table shows what each package includes. Prices are in US dollars per person.

Arrange cultural visits in advance. The camp then coordinates with the community.

Extra Meals

Wildlife at Loisaba

Loisaba is known for its wildlife. The conservancy also forms part of an important elephant corridor. Here is what you may see:

• African savanna elephants
• Lions, leopards and cheetahs
• African wild dogs, which are rarer and exciting to see
• Giraffes, zebras and buffaloes
• Many bird species

Sightings vary with the season and the day. No sighting is guaranteed.

Conservation and Community

Revenue from bed nights and conservancy fees supports conservation. It also funds health, education and enterprise projects for neighbouring Samburu and Laikipiak Maasai communities. Staff come from the local communities too.

Loisaba has its own anti-poaching team. It includes sniffer dogs and their handlers. The conservancy works with The Nature Conservancy and other partners. If this matters to you, explore our conservation-based safaris.

How to Get to Loisaba Tented Camp

Flying is the easiest option. You can also combine Loisaba with Ol Pejeta.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Loisaba?

Laikipia is a year-round destination. The dry months are usually best. These are June to October and December to March. Wildlife gathers near water, and tracks are drier.

The short rains from October to December can bring greener landscapes and fewer visitors. However, they can also bring mud. For late 2026, a strengthening El Niño is expected to bring heavier rain. Read our guide on El Niño and Kenya safaris before you book. For month-by-month advice, see the best time to visit Kenya for a luxury safari.

Who Is Loisaba Tented Camp Best For?

• Couples who want views, space and privacy

• Active travellers who enjoy riding, biking and walking

• Wildlife lovers who want to see wild dogs

• Small families, using the triple rooms and Safari suites

• Travellers who want a luxury safari in Kenya without the crowds

Ask us about the current child policy when you book.

Combine Loisaba With Other Luxury Stays

Loisaba pairs well with other Laikipia properties. For example, you could add a private house on the Borana Conservancy:

• Sirai House
• Lengishu House
• Arijiju Retreat

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Loisaba Tented Camp?
It is in the Loisaba Conservancy in northern Laikipia, Kenya, on the edge of an escarpment.

How many tents does Loisaba Tented Camp have?
It has 12 en-suite tents.

How much does Loisaba Tented Camp cost in 2026?
Full board starts from US$574 per person sharing in the Green Season. It rises to US$739 in Mid Season and US$977 in High Season.

What are the Loisaba Tented Camp seasons?
High Season runs 1 July to 31 October and 20 December to 3 January. Mid Season runs 4 January to 31 March, 1 to 30 June, and 1 November to 19 December. Green Season runs 1 April to 31 May.

What is the difference between Full Board and the Game Package?
Full Board covers accommodation and meals. The Game Package adds shared game drives, activities and airstrip transfers, for US$220 more per person sharing.

What is included in the Game Package?
Full board accommodation, scheduled shared game drives and activities, and transfers to and from the designated airstrip.

Are conservancy fees included?
No. Conservancy fees are charged on top. Ask us for the current rate.

How do I get to Loisaba Tented Camp?
Fly from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to the Loisaba airstrip in about an hour. Alternatively, drive for about 5.5 to 6 hours via Nanyuki.

What is there to do at Loisaba?
You can enjoy game drives, night drives, guided walks, horse and camel safaris, e-bikes, mountain biking, a sniffer dog experience and a Samburu village visit.

Can I see wild dogs at Loisaba?
Loisaba is one of the best places in Kenya to look for them. However, sightings are never guaranteed.

Does Loisaba Tented Camp have a pool?
Yes. It has an infinity pool with views across Laikipia.

When is the cheapest time to stay at Loisaba?
April and May, in the Green Season.

Plan Your Stay at Loisaba Tented Camp

Ready for sunrise over Laikipia and Mount Kenya? Plan your safari with us. Share your dates, group size and interests. We then confirm availability, price and flights for you.