Co-founders, Kyle and Leah. Ubuntu Travel, Couple Safari, Lewa, Laikipia
Sirikoi Lodge, Lewa Conservancy, Kenya

Why We Love Sirikoi

What stands out most to us is the balance Sirikoi achieves. The lodge feels refined without ever becoming pretentious, while the warmth of the team creates an atmosphere that is both relaxed and deeply personal. Combined with some of Kenya’s best rhino viewing and one of the widest activity selections in Lewa Conservancy, Sirikoi offers far more than a traditional safari experience.

One of Leah’s favourite experiences at Sirikoi was the behind-the-scenes garden tour. Reflecting on the experience, she said: “Seeing all the fruits and vegetables they grow, and learning about the techniques they use to keep seasonal produce thriving throughout the year, was truly eye-opening.”

It gave us an even greater appreciation for Sirikoi’s farm-to-table dining philosophy. We loved discovering this often-overlooked side of the lodge, and it is something we would highly recommend making time for during your stay.

Insider Tip: If rhino sightings are high on your safari wish list, Lewa Conservancy is one of the destinations Kyle would most strongly recommend in Kenya. The combination of conservation success, beautiful landscapes, and excellent guiding makes sightings here feel incredibly meaningful.

Sirikoi FAQs

What makes Sirikoi different from other safari lodges in Kenya?

Sirikoi stands out for its warm and personal atmosphere, exceptional rhino viewing, and strong connection to the surrounding landscape of Lewa Conservancy. Unlike more traditional luxury safari lodges, the experience here feels relaxed, authentic, and deeply immersed in nature.

One of the defining features of the lodge is its spring-fed wetlands and waterhole, which regularly attract elephant, zebra, birdlife, and the region’s distinctive reticulated giraffe throughout the day. Wildlife interactions here feel natural and unforced, creating a far more grounded safari experience.

Guests also benefit from private safari vehicles and guides per booking, allowing for a more flexible and personalised stay, whether travelling as a couple, family, or small group.

The Rooms and Configuration at Sirikoi?

Sirikoi offers elegant tented accommodation designed to feel connected to the surrounding landscape, while still providing a high level of comfort and privacy.

  • Sirikoi Luxury Tents –  Three luxury tents featuring private decks, sitting areas, fireplaces, and ensuite bathrooms with free-standing Victorian baths and rain showers. Guests enjoy private safari vehicles and guides per group, along with full access to lodge facilities.
  • Sirikoi Family Tent – A spacious luxury tent designed for families travelling with children aged 6 to 12, featuring a secure annex with two additional beds, a shared bathroom, and a private deck. Guests also enjoy private safari vehicles and guides during their stay.

What wildlife can you see at Sirikoi Lodge?

Sirikoi Lodge offers excellent wildlife viewing within Lewa Conservancy, including black and white rhino, elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, Grevy’s zebra, and reticulated giraffe. The lodge’s wetlands and waterhole also attract a wide variety of plains game and birdlife throughout the day.

Is Sirikoi Lodge good for families?

Yes, Sirikoi is very well suited to families. The Family Tent provides a secure and comfortable setup for children aged 6 to 12, while activities such as camel safaris, the Ngare Ndare canopy walk, horseback riding, and cultural visits create a more varied safari experience for younger travellers.

How many nights should I stay at Sirikoi?

We would recommend spending at least two to three nights at Sirikoi. The variety of activities available within Lewa Conservancy allows guests to experience far more than traditional game drives, while still having time to properly slow down and enjoy the lodge itself.

Is Sirikoi good for rhino sightings?

Yes, Lewa Conservancy is one of the best places in Kenya to see rhino, and Sirikoi provides excellent access to the conservancy. Both black and white rhino are regularly seen during game drives, supported by Lewa’s long-standing conservation and anti-poaching efforts.

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From the very first zoom call with Leah to the detailed itinerary that Jenna put together to the boots on the ground communication from Jacinta, Mandie, Nyameka and the whole team we had the most incredible first safari experience in Kenya thanks to Ubuntu. They put us up in the most iconic tents with staff that went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable experience. Our plane transfers from lodge to lodge were seamless and very easy to navigate. We had the absolute best safari vacation and we owe that to Ubuntu!
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We just arrived home from a 31 day epic adventure in Africa. We covered SA (Cape Town and surrounds), Singita at Sabi Sands, Vumbura Plains in the Okavango Delta, Joburg, Vic Falls Zimbabwe, Tanzania (Nomad at Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and Tarangire National Parks), Rwanda (Kigali and Singita at Volcanoes National Park). Ubuntu did an absolutely amazing job in arranging the trip. They were with us every step of the way. Excellent team and service! CDT
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What an incredible South Africa trip Ubuntu planned for my wife and I! Ubuntu set us up with full-day guided Peninsula and Winelands tours during our few days in Cape Town, followed by four days of Safari game drives at the Savanna Lodge within the Sabi Sands Nature Reserve. A huge thank you to Ubuntu for finding a perfect balance/mix of fun activities and relaxed downtime throughout out trip! Ubuntu took care of all the travel logistics once we got down to South Africa. Ubuntu set us up with our Guest Experience Liaison that would check-in with us ever couple of days and was available on call if we needed any sort of logistical support. We didn't end up needing to lean on our liaison since everything went so smoothly, but surely felt we had all the support we needed had something come up. We know we will be utilizing Ubuntu the next time we travel to Africa and highly recommend Ubuntu to anyone else planning a trip to Africa!
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