Borana Ranch, is 35,000 acres of beautiful and varied land situated on the Northern slopes of Mount Kenya, 16 miles from the equator and adjacent to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. A stay at Borana, which is family owned and run, will give you an insight into the workings of the ranch, including all the projects which involve the neighbouring communities. The area is home to rare and endangered species including black and white rhino, wild dog and reticulated giraffe. From your room you will see elephant, great herds of buffalo and zebra – and the birdlife is spectacular, with over 300 species having been recorded.
One of the best ways of seeing the ranch is on horseback and rides are encouraged for all standards, it really is the best way of seeing game and should not be missed.
Note: Borana is closed in April and November.
FACILITIES
Borana has a swimming pool with wonderful views over the valley and a shop selling works of art from all over Africa.
TRANSFER
Scheduled 45-minute flights from Nairobi to Nanyuki and 15-minute private charters into Borana, or one hour’s drive from Nanyuki.
No. of Bedrooms
Six cottages: two with double beds, four with twin queen size beds. All have an open fireplace, en suite bathroom and private verandas.
Activities
Game drives in the company of knowledgeable rangers and trackers
Game walks with an experienced guide
Night game drives
Explore the ranch on horseback
Visit Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, home to black and white rhino and other endangered species
Bush meals with Maasai dancers
Fly fishing on Mount Kenya
Day trips to Samburu and the Save the Elephant camp
Professionally guided walking safaris or mountain biking expeditions to two exclusive-use lodges (Il N’gwesi and Tassia)
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