Elewana Loisaba Star Beds

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Elewana Loisaba Star Beds

Loisaba is a 227km² private wildlife conservancy, under the new ownership and management of the Loisaba Community Trust, and supported by The Nature Conservancy. A beautiful landscape with springs, plains, valleys and views, and the great Ewaso Nyiro River, it is an important elephant haven.

Poised on a rocky kopje, the Star Beds command sweeping views over an undulating valley and a permanent waterhole, frequented by resident wildlife.

Handcrafted four-poster wooden beds sit on raised wooden platforms jutting out from a thatched-roof accommodation and are rolled out each night for guests to sleep under the endless African sky. Rustically designed to complement the surrounding environment, each star bed is individually built in harmony with the natural rocky features, incorporating a sitting area, and open plan bathroom with a view.

A team of traditional Samburu & Laikipiak Masai warriors welcome and host you with their customary warm African hospitality. A day of fun on Loisaba is rounded off with drinks by the log fire in the Star Beds lounge, sharing tall tales of the African bush, with the tale-telling continuing over a delicious shared dinner.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS

Unique Accommodations ~ Star Beds offers the wonderful experience of sleeping under the endless African starry sky, undisturbed by light pollution.
Activities ~ Renowned for its beautiful landscape and wildlife, Loisaba also offers a multitude of activities to enjoy it by – horse riding, camel safaris, mountain biking, night game drives, fishing, visits to the conservation head quarters… the list goes on!
Private location ~ Loisaba is a 227Km² private game sanctuary, with limited accommodations on it. With 4.8km of wilderness to each bed, Loisaba offers some of the most exclusive safari experiences available in East Africa.
Conservation ~ Loisaba’s conservation model is a multilateral approach involving community, conservation organisations, tourism partners, agricultural and research institutions. Learn about the cutting-edge concepts being used to sustain the future of this stunning wilderness.

ACTIVITIES

Shared day game drives in custom 4×4 vehicles
Night game drives
Cultural visits to Samburu village
Guided bush walks (age restrictions apply to children under 16 yrs) All bush walks are subject to the discretion of the lead guide due to the nature of the activity
Bush breakfasts and sundowners
Horse and camel safaris
Mountain biking
Fishing (seasonal)
Visits to conservancy head quarters and anti-poaching sniffer dogs

FACILITIES SUMMARY

24 hr power
In-room and reception charging facilities
Credit card facilities
Daily scheduled flights
Private airstrip
4×4 custom game vehicles
Wi-Fi internet throughout the camp
Children’s menu
Laundry
Bronze Eco-rating with Eco-Tourism Kenya

OPEN/CLOSED

Open all year round, minimum 2 night stay.

HOW TO GET THERE

Loisaba airstrip is a 1hr flight from Wilson Airport, and a 15 minute drive from Loisaba Star Beds.

Once daily scheduled Safarilink flight departing Nairobi Wilson
Once daily schedule Air Kenya flight departing Nairobi Wilson
Private charters from anywhere

CAMP & AIRSTRIP COORDINATES

Loisaba airstrip coordinates:

0°36’43.6”N 36°48’03.2”E

Loisaba Star Beds coordinates:

0°37’54.8”N 36°50’45.5”E

ELECTRICITY

Electricity runs on 100% solar, with a generator in place for emergency.
All tents have power 24 hours a day for lighting
Guest batteries can be charged in the tents and in the main area
All game viewing vehicles have inverters allowing battery charging whilst on game drives
The system cannot support hairdryers
Guests are recommended to bring converters & universal plug adaptors. The camp uses UK square three pin plugs.

WATER

Purified drinking water is provided free of charge. It is sourced, filtered and treated on site and available at dispenser points in main areas. Water is provided during meals and in rooms. Guests are issued with a refillable bottle.

Bottled mineral water is also available free of charge.

LAIKIPIA CLIMATE

Altitude: 5,500 – 6,000 ft

Wet months: April, May & November

Hot days, cool nights, low humidity

MALARIA

Areas higher than 4000 ft, including Loisaba, can be considered malaria free. Star Beds have mosquito nets.

COMMUNICATION SERVICES

Internet: Wi-Fi internet is available in all rooms and public areas.

Mobile phones: Phone signal is available, but may be limited in some areas.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

Warrior training – Learning how to make a fire, throw a spear and make a bow & arrow
Guided bush walks around camp
Horse riding and camel riding for older experienced children
Visit to sniffer dogs, with anti-poaching demonstration
Mountain biking (over 12 years old)
Visit to Samburu village
Children’s menu

SPECIAL FEATURES & KEY WILDLIFE IN THE AREA

Loisaba Star Beds offers the amazing experience of sleeping under the open sky and stars, an exciting and real “back to nature” experience.
Laikipia has the second largest population of elephant in Kenya and Loisaba is an important breeding area and migration route for the Laikipia elephants.
Greater kudu are abundant on the escarpment and valleys. Local wildlife includes also Grevy’s Zebra and Beisa Oryx.
The Nature Conservancy operates many conservation initiatives from Loisaba including research programs involving Space For Giants Elephant Foundation, the San Diego Zoo Global Reticulated Giraffe Research Program and Lion Landscapes. A visit to the Conservancy Head Quarters offers a wonderful opportunity to find out about the latest research and conservation concepts.