Sosian Lodge

Sosian Private Game Ranch

Laikipia, Kenya

(Sosian Lodge is located in a 24,000 Acre Private Ranch in the heart of Laikipia, Kenya. Laikipia is a Plateau District, straddling the Equator North West of Mount Kenya. Sosian Private Game Ranch is one of the gems of Laikipia. Sosian Lodge from Nairobi is a 4 ½ hour's drive. The flying time from Nairobi to Sosian Camp is approximately 1 Hour. The closest Airstrip is Loisaba which is 1 hours drive away. Alternatively one could fly into Nanyuki Airstrip which is 1½ hours drive)

Sosian Lodge - Laikipia, Kenya

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Sosian lodge; Sosian lodge is a beautifully restored African ranch house that was built in the 1940’s by Italian artisans, and accommodates up to fourteen people in the atmosphere of a private home. Sosian lodge seven cottages lie in the tropical garden overlooking Mt Kenya and miles of unspoiled Africa, each with its own private verandah and en suite bathroom.

Sosian ranch itself is a privately owned game ranch, located on the Laikipia Plateau, an area historically known for its wildlife and ranching traditions. Whilst Sosian ranch retains a small herd, of cattle the majority of the land has been turned over to wildlife. The original house forms the centerpiece of the Sosian lodge.

The lodge has a swimming pool, tennis court and miles of wilderness to explore with top guides. Sosian is well known for its delicious home cooking using fresh ingredients from the organic vegetable garden and for its warm and friendly hospitality.

Sosian lodge offers extremely wide range of activities including day and night vehicle safari, walks, horse and camel rides around the ranch, overnight camping in remote locations, plus swimming, tennis and snooker back at base. A wide variety of ecosystems are present on Sosian Private Ranch.

The northern half of the ranch is dominated by open grass plains dotted with acacia trees. Herds of the rare Grevy's zebra, Grant's gazelle, oryx and other antelope congregate here. The southern part of Sosian Private Ranch is mostly acacia woodland and inhabited by elephant, buffalo, reticulated giraffe and impala. Lion and leopard are seen or heard regularly around Sosian.

Even endangered wild dogs, thought to be extinct in Laikipia, have returned to the area in healthy numbers. Bisecting the southern portion of Sosian is the Ewaso Narok River which provides the perfect habitat for hippo, otter and prolific birdlife.

Sosian Lodge Accommodation & Safari Rates

Notes

* Sosian Conservancy Fee Adult 70 US Dollars/ Teen: 55 US Dollars/ Child 35 US Dollars per day

Sosian Lodge Accommodation & Safari Rates are Inclusive of:
* Full board accommodation at Sosian Lodge
* All drinks (sodas, beer & house wine)

* Day and Evening Game Drives

* Horse Riding, Camel rides

* Sosian Airstrip Transfers

* Cattle Ranch Activities

* Birding and Archery

* Fly-Camping

* Bush Walks

* Laundry
* Fishing

Sosian Lodge Accommodation & Safari Rates are Exclusive of:
* Champagne
* Exclusive use of vehicle - 250 US Dollars per vehicle per day

* Nanyuki Airstrip transfer (one way) - 200 US Dollars per vehicle

* Extra Lunch - 30 US Dollars per adult & teen and 15 US Dollars per child (under 12years)

* Sosian Conservancy Fee Adult 70 US Dollars/ Teen: 55 US Dollars/ Child 35 US Dollars per day

* Single Supplement - 100 US Dollars per person per night (one free single per booking applies for 2010)

* Loisaba Airstrip transfer (one way) - 75 US Dollars per adult & 40 US Dollars per child under 12 years

Sosian Lodge Safari Activities

Sosian lodge offers walking safaris, horse riding around the ranch, day and night game drives, camel safaris, and the chance to involve oneself in the daily life of the ranch. Equally one might choose to relax by the large swimming pool, play croquet or just admire the stunning scenery of Laikipia and the snow capped peaks of Mount Kenya on the horizon. One particular highlight for many guests is the glorious walk up to the waterfalls on the Ewaso Narok River. With some Dutch courage and a little encouragement, one can jump from the 30 foot falls into the deep pool below.

Max Hastings wrote about his time in Laikipia "it is amazing how soon one becomes indifferent to the outside world, concerned only for the big events taking place within one's own horizon." Sosian embodies this notion. In this great wilderness you find both beauty and comfort but the only thing worth thinking about is what you intend to do with your long African day'. Sosian Private Ranch is dedicated to the conservation of wildlife and is a member of the Laikipia Wildlife Forum, working to protect Laikipia's wildlife through sustainable land uses such as eco-tourism. Sosian Lodge is open all year round.

Booking & Reservations for Sosian Lodge, Laikipia Plateau - Kenya

Booking Office Tel: + 254 (0)20 2437871

Mobile : 0721242711 (Safaricom) - Kenya

Email: info@africanspicesafaris.com