Laikipia · Kenya
Solio Lodge
Solio Lodge is an exclusive luxury lodge nestled in a valley between Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Mountains, offering unparalleled rhino viewing experiences. As the sole accommodation on the 45,000-acre Solio Game Reserve, internationally recognized as a highly successful private rhino breeding sanctuary, guests are guaranteed an intensely exclusive wildlife encounter. With over 200 black and white rhinos, sightings of up to 40 at once are common, providing a truly mesmerizing experience. The lodge offers a well-rounded safari for all ages, ranging from thrilling game drives to horseback riding, cycling, and immersive cultural excursions. Guests can indulge in pampering wellness treatments, nutritious cuisine, and bush breakfasts, all while surrounded by abundant wildlife and stunning views.
Beyond rhino encounters, Solio Lodge provides a complete range of outdoor activities, including game drives to spot lions, leopards, zebra, giraffe, and various antelope species. Helicopter experiences offer breathtaking views of Kenya's hidden gems, from mountain peaks to flamingos over Lake Bogoria. The lodge prides itself on exceptional hospitality, personalized service, and a commitment to conservation and community. Its fertile location allows for engaging excursions to local farms employing sustainable practices, including coffee plantations and flower farms. Solio Lodge is ideal for families, offering private vehicles, flexible schedules, spacious cottages, and dedicated family units, ensuring a memorable and adaptable safari experience for all.
The lodge's dedication to ethical tourism is evident in its rhino conservation efforts, where a dedicated ranger team monitors and protects wild rhinos from poaching. Solio Lodge is part of The Safari Collection, which owns six distinct camps and lodges in Kenya, offering tailor-made safaris across East Africa. Guests can expect a peaceful oasis, abundant wildlife, and a range of activities designed to connect them with the wilderness, all while enjoying exquisite cuisine and world-class service. It has been recognized for its excellence, ranking highly in Conde Nast USA Readers' Choice Awards, affirming its status as a premier luxury safari destination.
Highlights
- ✦Unique and mind-blowing rhino viewing experiences with sightings of up to 40 rhinos at a time on the 45,000-acre Solio Game Reserve.
- ✦Exclusive accommodation in the only lodge within one of East Africa's most successful private rhino breeding sanctuaries.
- ✦Variety of tailor-made activities including game drives, horseback riding, cycling, helicopter tours, guided walks, and cultural excursions to local farms and communities.
- ✦Exceptional hospitality, personalized service, and outstanding cuisine with fresh produce from the lodge’s kitchen garden.
- ✦Commitment to conservation, ethical tourism, and community support through local school visits and sustainable practices.
What makes it unique
- ✦Unrivaled access to over 200 black and white rhinos in an intensely private and ethical viewing environment.
- ✦Sole luxury accommodation on the vast Solio Game Reserve, ensuring an exclusive and intimate safari experience.
- ✦Diverse range of activities catering to all ages and interests, from adrenaline-filled helicopter tours to relaxing wellness treatments.
- ✦Strong emphasis on sustainability and community engagement, offering guests opportunities to contribute positively to the local environment and people.
- ✦Strategic location between Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Mountains, providing stunning scenery and additional exploration opportunities.
Facilities
- Luxury accommodation with private vehicles for every room and dedicated two-bedroom family units
- Dining experiences including bush breakfasts and sundowners
- Spa treatments and wellness options
- Horse stables with horses for all riding levels
- Bicycles for exploring the conservancy
- Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas
- Kitchen garden providing fresh produce
- Expert guides for game drives and nature walks
- Private helicopter for scenic flights and transfers
- Access to nearby National Parks and Conservancies
