Elewana Lewa Safari Camp

My first time to Kenya and Lewa Safari Canp exceeded my expectations. From the comfort and privacy of my tent to the outstanding hospitality to the gorgeous grounds. It culminated into an extraordinary experience. Being vegan I was unsure how the food would be. I was blown away. Best food ever - and so much of it! Abdul was a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and the wildlife was in great abundance on all the drives. What an amazing place. Thank you again and hope to return soon!

This was our 3rd camp on our 16 night safari covering both Kenya and Tanzania. We stayed 3 nights. The facility is nice, rooms are great and the food was good. We had some fantastic game viewing including more rhinos than we ever expected to see. So why only 3 stars? The guides. The passion and enthusiasm that our guides had at our previous 2 Elewana camps was entirely lacking. The basics of the games drives were covered and we saw some amazing things. However, there's a noticeable difference between a guide who is passionate about what they are doing vs someone just doing a job. The job got done, but it certainly could have been done better. Unfortunately this seemed a camp-wide issue not limited to our guide. Also, there is an a la carte menu of add-ons that is presented during the check-in process. Felt like cruise ship upsells vs higher end safari camp. In spite of the somewhat off-putting cruise ship-like additional charge, we were interested in doing a night game drive. We brought it up to our guide who basically told us that there's no point in doing it. We won't see much, not worth the time. Based on that we decided not to do it but not because we agreed with what he said. At our previous camps we came back at dark on some of our games drives and in the headlights saw some glimpses of the nocturnal critters. We wanted to see more on a dedicated night game drive however our guide had no interest. Had we purchased, he clearly wouldn't have been happy and our experience would have suffered. Based on the situation, we opted not to do the night game drive but we both feel that was an opportunity missed. As I said in my previous reviews, the guide truly makes or breaks the safari experience.

Lewa Safari Camp with Elewana exceeded all of our expectations, delivering an unforgettable experience. The tent accommodations were beautiful and impeccably clean, with every detail thoughtfully designed for comfort and luxury. One of the highlights of each day was the wake-up call with cappuccinos and biscuits delivered directly to our tent—a perfect start before embarking on a morning game drive. Our guide, George, was phenomenal. His deep knowledge of the wildlife and the surrounding ecosystem added so much to the experience, and he went above and beyond to ensure we had incredible sightings. We were fortunate to enjoy unforgettable moments with elephants, rhinos, lions, a leopard and small herds of the endangered Grevy’s zebra. The quiet, close encounters—often without any other vehicles nearby—made it feel like we had the place to ourselves. George knew just where to place the Land Cruiser for the perfect view. Starting with our drive from the airport, Lewa Downs, we were immediately immersed in the wild life. We saw all the big five within our first two days. George made every game drive memorable. His eyesight is phenomenal, spotting animals at great distances and then getting us upclose to them. The culinary team was outstanding. I have extensive food allergies, and the chefs went out of their way to accommodate me, creating delicious meals that made me feel entirely safe and cared for. From surprise bush breakfasts to sundowners. Every meal was an experience in itself. Our personal tent valet, Freddy, was attentive and always a step ahead, ensuring our stay was seamless and comfortable. Glynn and Keen, who facilitate and manage the camp, clearly run a tight ship and create an atmosphere of warm hospitality and professionalism. Every staff member we encountered was delightful and committed to making our stay unforgettable. We cannot thank the team enough for their exceptional service, knowledge, and kindness. Lewa Safari Camp is a true gem, and we hope to return someday!

Merveilleux séjour à Elewana Lewa. Camp confortable, au calme, belle chambre et salle de bain. Personnel aux petits soins. Le bush breakfast était super. La nourriture est délicieuse et variée, c'est agréable d'avoir un menu à la carte pour le dîner et d'avoir les boissons incluses. La formule d'entrées et de plats à partager pour le déjeuner au bord de la piscine était sympa. Nous avons adoré le morning tea devant notre chambre avec la vue sur la savane et le petit déjeuner sur la terrasse entourée d'oiseaux et des fleurs du jardin.

We absolutely loved our stay at Elawana Lewa Safari Camp. The accommodations were beautiful, spacious and comfortable. The food was delicious and plentiful served graciously by Maxwell. Mike our game driver was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and knew exactly how to track the white and black rhinos that Lewa is known for as well as cheetah, lions, giraffes and elephants. We had a special experience watching a pride of lionesses with their cubs and had a very close encounter with a male lion. We had great sundowners in the bush with beautiful views and one extra fun one where we watched a large family of elephants playing in the water while we sipped our cocktails. We loved our stay here and highly recommend this camp.

Our stay at Elewana Lewa Safari Camp was nothing short of magical! The grounds were stunning, with breathtaking views all around. Our tent was clean, spacious, and perfectly situated to catch cool breezes – making it a relaxing retreat after our game drives. A special mention to Michael and Alex, the expert guides who accompanied our driver. Both were incredibly knowledgeable about the land and wildlife, and their passion for the area was contagious. Michael had an amazing eye for spotting animals, including a cheetah walking through the tall grass—a sight we’ll never forget! Alex took us to a lion's den, where we were lucky enough to see four adorable cubs up close. The experience was unforgettable. The staff at the camp were friendly, kind, and always eager to help. The food was exceptional, but after a week in safari lodges and having never tried the local food, I mentioned my interest in trying traditional Kenyan food, and they kindly accommodated my request. We enjoyed a delicious meal alongside our guide and driver, which was a wonderful way to end our safari. Overall, Elewana Lewa Safari Camp offers a top-notch experience with incredible wildlife, stunning views, and impeccable hospitality. Highly recommended!