Lalanasi Lodge ★★★

"Lalanasi se ha convertido en un favorito de la familia! Hemos estado allí tres veces ahora, y cada visita se ha vuelto mejor. La Sra. Irene, la Supervisora, nos dio la más cálida bienvenida y nos trató como VIPs. Su amabilidade y atención nos hacen sentir en casa, y estamos muy agradecidos por su hospitalidad. ¡Ya estamos planeando nuestra próxima visita este diciembre con familia y amigos!"

JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp ★★★★★

"Just finished 5 days at the newly opened JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve, set within Solio Game Reserve Conservancy—and it was an incredible experience. First, ask for Caleb as your guide/driver. I don’t know what magic he pulled off, but we saw all 4 of Solio’s Big 5: lion, leopard, Cape buffalo & rhino (both black & white). He also found lions feeding on an oryx, jackals feeding on an unnamed antelope, and a lion vs. rhino encounter, among many other sightings. Most importantly, Caleb has the patience of a saint, allowing us to spend as much time as we wanted observing the animals. That’s one of the advantages of a private conservancy: far fewer vehicles, no crowds, and no rush. We spent 7–9 minutes on many sightings and over an hour watching feedings & lion cubs. If you want to actually observe animal behavior rather than simply check animals off a list, Solio is hard to beat. And the “tents”? This is glamping, not camping. They’re essentially suites with a freestanding soaking tub, indoor & outdoor showers, conversation pit, plunge pool, minibar and minifridge. Housekeeping comes twice daily, including turn-down, and even handles 5 pieces of laundry per person each day. The food was simply amazing—fresh vegetables from the garden, beautifully prepared meats & fish, and a wide variety of cuisines. Three meals a day overlooking a lawn where giraffes & rhinos come to graze while you graze. The service was equally impressive; the staff quickly learned our preferences and anticipated our needs. The lodge itself is beautiful and relaxed, with a game room, pool, gym, well-stocked bar and roaring fireplace. And Mercy is a mixologist beyond compare. A particularly nice touch for photographers: the camp provides Canon EOS R6 Mark II cameras with 200–800mm lenses. Ian, their resident photographer, was also invaluable in helping us capture the wildlife Caleb found. Esther, the general manager, and Tanuj, the experience manager, bent over backwards to make our stay exceed our wildest expectations. From warm towels after every game drive to coffee and cold drinks in the Land Cruiser—and even champagne and snacks upon pickup at Nanyuki Airstrip—the little touches were everywhere. As much as I want to gatekeep this new property, I think it’s only fair to share: if you’re looking for a truly exceptional safari experience, put JW Marriott Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve on your list. I’m already trying to figure out how to return."

Kambi Mstuni Resort ★★★

"Kambi Mstuni graciously hosted our guests for lunch following a networking forum, and we couldn’t have been more pleased. Despite giving them very short notice, they managed to put together a delicious and well-balanced meal that was both healthy and satisfying for everyone. The portions were generous, the flavors well thought out, and the setting added a lovely touch of calm after a busy morning. Their warm hospitality stood out, making our guests feel welcome and well cared for. It’s the kind of place you remember and we’re already looking forward to returning soon."

Ol Pejeta Mansion ★★★