Solio Lodge | Kenya Luxury Lodge

Explore the wilderness and wildlife of Solio Lodge on foot, horse-back, mountain bikes or by exceptional game drives.

Why you'll love it here

Visit Solio 45,000-acre Game Reserve. Internationally recognised as one of the most successful private rhino breeding sanctuaries.
Gollop across the open plains on horseback
Watch wildlife come and go from the lodges watering hole
Learn about the myriad of birdlife on a nature walk with expert guides

Cheryl

Travel Specialist

01244 435 119

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Included in your holiday

Lounge passes and meet & greet service in UK airports
Transfers to and from your hotel

All flight luggage allowances
Personal concierge service

24/7 assistance when travelling
Full ATOL protection

Full accommodation information

Hotel information

Solio Lodge, tucked in a valley between the slopes of Mount Kenya and the peaks of the Aberdare Mountains, offers total exclusivity in one of Laikipia's private conservancies and is surrounded by a 45,000-acre private ranch. The location is rich in wildlife and is internationally recognised for its private rhino breeding sanctuaries which is home to 200 black and white rhinos and some of Northern Kenya's indigenous wildlife.

The lodge has five individual cottages and one family unit with two en-suite bedrooms. Each cottage has floor-to-ceiling glass windows and a large veranda so you can enjoy the spectacular views of Mount Kenya. Solio's ranch affords many activities such as horseback riding, cycling, walking safari and is one of the best places in the world to encounter wild rhinos.

Room Options

Cottage

Sleeps: 2 Adults

Each cottage has a large sitting area with an open fireplace. The en-suite bathrooms are enormous with double sinks, showers, baths, separate toilet and a dressing area.

Family Cottage

Sleeps: 3 Adults , 2 Children

Solio's family cottage is a unit comprising of two interconnecting by a shared lounge, two bedrooms and two en-suite bathrooms.

Facilities/Amenities

Dining area's
bar
Gym In A Bag
In-room massage
Laundry
Wifi

Activities & Entertainment

Enjoy game drives within the conservancy, also go horseback riding, walking or cycling within the Solio's Ranch. The lodge's location allows for easy access to Mount Kenya by helicopter and the Aberdares by road, for trout fishing.

Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism

Each guest who stays at Solio pays conservation fees that go towards the conservation of the endangered white and black rhino as well as other species within the sanctuary.

Solio Lodge is also involved in education and health programmes in the local community. The Safari Collection has strong links to local schools around the Solio Lodge and in two years their donors have completely rebuilt the Charles Wickham Honi Primary School.

Kenya travel information

Time zone: +3 GMT
Flight time: 8 hours
Recommended airlines: British Airways, Kenya Airlines
Currency: Kenyan Shilling
Tipping guideline: 10-15%
Health considerations: There is a risk of dengue. There is a risk of Zika virus. There is a high risk of malaria in Kenya as a whole, but there is a very low risk of malaria in the city of Nairobi and in the highlands above 2,500m. There is a risk of yellow fever transmission in parts of Kenya and there is a certificate requirement. Yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.

Capital: Nairobi
Population: 5.6203e+007
National languages: English, Swahili
Electricity and plugs: Type G, 240V
Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
UK passport visa requirements: You need an ETA for Kenya if you have a British passport - apply online

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Saturday: 9am - 5pm

Sunday: 10am - 4pm

Cheryl

Travel Specialist

01244 435 119

Not sure where to stay in Laikipia And Samburu? I'm here to help. Give me a call and I'll share my first-hand insights to find your perfect spot.

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