As a small and intimate family-owned safari lodge, Sirikoi offers unrivalled exclusivity and charm. The four luxury tents, Sirikoi Cottage and private Sirikoi House are perfectly positioned along the spring-fed Sirikoi stream, immersed in nature with wildlife all around.
Sirikoi resembles an eco-chic African home and while it offers a sure sense of luxury and high level of service, it manages to be welcoming, comfortable and unpretentious. All the rooms are spacious and tastefully designed, with unique décor touches, a sitting area, big Victorian bathtubs, rain-showers, fireplaces and a private deck.
Surrounded by 68,000 acres of pure wilderness of the renowned World Heritage Site, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, the location of the lodge is truly exceptional. With Kenya’s arid North to one side, and the lush foothills of Mount Kenya on the other, Sirikoi enjoys a beautiful spring-like climate year round.
Days are as action-packed or as rejuvenating as desired, and Sirikoi offers a range of unique and adventurous activities for all ages to experience and explore the wilderness and wildlife. Guests enjoy prime game viewing on morning, evening and night game drives on Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in their own exclusive and open vehicle, or in a leather chair on the Sirikoi deck overlooking the busy waterhole and wildlife on the lawns.
The wildlife on Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is abundant and includes many endangered species such as black and white rhino, and the largest resident population of Grevy’s zebra in the world. Families of elephant have carved Sirikoi into their migratory routes and almost daily they can be seen just in front of the Sirikoi dining deck for hours at a time.
Sirikoi has always strived to operate in harmony with their beautiful environment. The lodge runs off solar power, taps all water from a natural spring, uses natural cleaning products and toiletries wherever possible, follows a strict recycling policy and grows their own fruits and vegetables. As a result of these efforts, Sirikoi has been honoured with a Gold level Eco-rating for the last three years running.
The food at Sirikoi is always thoroughly enjoyed, and the farm-to-table experience is extraordinary. Meals are colourful, fresh and unpretentious. Guests are delighted by the simple and elegant home-styled cooking, and even more so when they see where most of the fresh produce comes from - the prolific vegetable garden. With spring water feeding the garden, naturally rich soil, organic elephant-dung fertilizer made on site, and equatorial sunshine, the garden produces an impressive amount of fruits, vegetables and herbs – over 80 in fact – all year round.
A large team of 48 staff work tirelessly behind the scenes to look after just 18 guests when the lodge is full. Most of the staff are from the neighbouring villages close by and have worked at Sirikoi for years, developing and learning new skills along the way. There is a great sense of pride and enjoyment, which shines through the team’s cheerful service and attention to detail.
Accommodation at Sirikoi:
The Sirikoi House includes three en-suite bedrooms (a Master Suite and separate bedroom cottage with two en-suite bedrooms), which lead on to a central living and dining cottage renowned for its unique positioning and decor. There is a private deck built overlooking the wetland, perfect for private meals and sundowners. Sirikoi House is only sold on an exclusive use basis and comes with its own private safari vehicle and guide, as well as chef and team of staff. Guests at the Sirikoi House have the choice of private dining or having meals on the main Sirikoi deck. The House is sold exclusively for 6 guests.
The Sirikoi Cottage is perfect for with families with children or friends traveling together. The Cottage has two en-suite bedrooms with large bathrooms, a central living and dining room, and small kitchen. The shared living space opens out onto a spacious private deck from which to enjoy beautiful views of the waterhole. The Sirikoi Cottage is for 4 guests sold exclusively.
Each luxury tented room has a sitting area leading onto the outside deck, a large double bed or two single beds with a wardrobe behind the bed, a fireplace which is lit each evening, and an en-suite bathroom with a free-standing bath and rain shower with more beautiful views. The tents are sold indivdually.
Key facilities in all rooms/accommodation include:
- High-speed WI-FI
- Exclusive game drive vehicles
- Private deck
- Sitting area
- Fire places in all rooms
- Victorian baths in all rooms
- Rain shower in all rooms
- Hair dryers in all rooms
- Handmade, organic toiletries
- Laundry
- Digital safes
- International plug sockets
- Gym
Also on the property for all guests to enjoy is the organic vegetable garden, Sirikoi Gift Shop, Gym and infinity pool.
Awards:
Top 15 Resort in Central and East Africa - Conde Nast Traveler’s - Readers’ Choice Awards 2023
Kenya’s Leading Safari Lodge 2023 – World Travel Awards
Kenya’s Leading Safari Lodge 2022 – World Travel Awards
Kenya’s Leading Safari Lodge 2021 – World Travel Awards
Kenya's Leading Safari Lodge 2020 – World Travel Awards
2020 Travelers' Choice Winner - Tripadvisor
Kenya's Leading Safari Lodge 2019 – World Travel Awards
#1 Luxury Resort in the World - Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Award
#1 Safari Property in Africa 2019 - Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Award
Africa’s Leading Luxury Lodge - World Travel Awards 2017
Conde Nast Gold List 2016, 2017 and 2018
Ecotourism Kenya Gold-rated Lodge from 2015 - 2023
