Lewa Wildlife Conservancy Holiday Guide

Language	Swahili and English
Time Difference	3 hours
Currency	Kenyan Shilling
Voltage	220V

The 65,000 acres that form the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy are home to some of the most incredible species in Kenya. The first private rhino sanctuary in East Africa, Lewa is home to ten percent of Kenya’s rhinos, with over 200 white and black rhinos in this protected area. Investing heavily in the protection of the wildlife, Lewa is a highly successful example of anti-poaching and conservation efforts.

Game drives and guided walks with expert rangers offer an unforgettable and privileged experience, with rhino, Grevy zebra, elephant, giraffe and wild dog all on your doorstep. Get ready for a close up view of some of the most stunning nature on the planet, with the knowledge that this incredible trip protects the wildlife of Kenya.

Wildlife

With a rich diversity of wildlife in Lewa, the game drives are truly an unrivalled experience. Over 70 species of mammal are found within the conservancy, including lion, leopard, rhino and elephant, buffalo, hyena and antelope. The morning and afternoon game drives offer the opportunity to observe these in the day, whilst evening game drives open another world within the conservancy, of predators and interesting nocturnal creatures.

Conservation Work

Leading the world in conservation, the number of black rhinos in Lewa has grown from 15 at its establishment to well over 150 - an incredible achievement thanks to the important work here. As well as phenomenal wildlife encounters, you can directly contribute to the conservation and support the local communities, with a wealth of ‘behind the scenes’ activities that include tracking dog demonstrations, local school visits and visiting the Samburu community. A visit to the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy supports the important work it does, all while offering an unforgettable luxury safari experience.

Within the conservancy the climate is mild, with warm days and cooler nights. As it's close to the equator, there is not much variation in the weather, however warm clothing is needed for mornings and evenings. During the wet season, there are lots of cloudy days, but it isn't wet all day.

Temperature Guide

These figures show monthly average maximum temperatures and monthly average rainfall for Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.

	Temp °C	Rain mm
January	25	35
February	24	28
March	24	75
April	23	123
May	23	62
June	22	39
July	21	43
August	21	45
September	23	41
October	24	81
November	22	107
December	24	58

Fly from London Heathrow to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi (eight hours 35 minutes), followed by a 30 minute drive to Wilson Domestic Airport. From here, there are one hour flights to the Lewa Airstrip with Air Kenya.

Travelling With Children or Without an Adult

Children travelling without both parents should be aware that some countries require documentary evidence of parental responsibility before allowing lone parents to enter the country or, in some cases, before permitting the children to leave the country. Please contact the relevant Embassy for the county you are travelling to for further information.

Visa and Advance Passenger Information

All passengers must ensure they have a valid, acceptable passport, any required visa and any other documentation for both the final destination and any stop-off points en route. Please make sure that Advance Passenger Information is submitted in advance to travel for all destinations. Failure to hold correct documentation or submitting incorrect details with Advance Passenger Information or Visa applications may result in refusal of carriage or entry into a country. Please check with the relevant Embassy regarding visa requirements well in advance of your travel date. Charges may apply for some visas.

Passengers not travelling on a British Passport are advised to contact their relevant Foreign & Commonwealth office for individual Visa requirements.

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