The Sanctuary at Ol Lentille, Laikipia’s first all villa property, is a lodge that is proud to be different. Located at one of the highest points in Laikipia on a secluded 40,000 acre private conservation area and offering spectacular views in every direction, this is a very special property with lots of wow factor.
Ol Lentille is a pioneering example of how private partnerships with the community can successfully work in Kenya. The lodge is in partnership with the neighbouring Maasai and Samburu communities, and successfully balances luxury travel and economic development with ambitious conservation and community development programmes.
Your stay here is not the usual safari format of game drives every morning and evening - as well as these, you can also enjoy all the other activities that Laikipia is renowned for. Most importantly, your stay is designed to be restful - you can wake up in your own time, have a private breakfast in your villa when you like and then do the private activity of your choice - be it a game drive, a walking safari, a camel trek, horse riding, mountain and quad biking, or visiting the local communities.
This flexibility combined with unlimited spa treatments ensures guests relax in this stunning environment and leave totally revitalised!
Four spectacular villas with discreet butler service offer guests a truly special and memorable stay. The villas are one, two or three bedrooms and are all individually designed and themed, and offer an incredibly high standard of accommodation. Guests staying here will experience a very personal and private time in a spectacular wilderness setting coupled with authentic Maasai and Samburu culture.
The main property also boasts a library, spa and stunning infinity pool.
Rates Include
Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner (including lunch on day of arrival); private dining in your villa house; wines, local beers, spirits and soft drinks; private day and night game drives; walking safaris; camel trekking; mountain and quad biking; conservation initiatives; community experiences with the Maasai and Samburu culture; unlimited spa treatments; sundowners and bush meals in stunning locations; croquet, boules and archery; Wi-Fi; transfers to and from the private airstrip, and a laundry service (2 nights or more) are included.
Children Policy
Children of any age are welcome.
General Information For Guests
The Chief’s House has 3 double bedrooms, sitting and dining rooms, and a kitchen. The sitting room has a charming open fire and there is a large terrace with far reaching views.
The Sultan’s House has one enormous double bedroom, a huge sitting/dining room and a kitchen.
The Colonel’s House has 2 double bedrooms, sitting and dining rooms, and a kitchen. Each bedroom has a dressing room and a sunken bath, and the courtyard has a plunge-pool.
The Eyrie has one bedroom, a sitting and dining room with open fire and a kitchen. It is seductively furnished and perfect for honeymooners.
The main guest areas consist of a library, a pool and a spa. Internet access is complimentary. Wi-Fi access is available in the main reception area.
A laundry service is available.
All rooms have a safe, a hair dryer, a balcony/deck and a fireplace.
Credit cards are accepted.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in the reception area and library. There is good mobile phone reception.
Room service is available.
Activities include day and night game drives, walking safaris, birding expeditions, camel trekking, mountain and quad biking, community experiences, spa treatments, bush meals, and daily yoga sessions. Some activities are an additional cost.
The airstrip is about a 15 minute drive from the main lodge.
90% of the water the lodge uses is stored rainwater. They do not extract water from any rivers nor do they discharge any effluent to any water courses. Guests are given the option to be water-economisers.
All the electricity is solar generated and hot water is solar heated.
