Arijiju Safari House Kenya - Luxury Safari Lodge Africa

2680

The Borana Reserve, Kenya

Arijiju

From £98000 a week

5 Bedrooms

5 Ensuite Bathrooms, 3 guest bathrooms

Sleeps 14

Outdoor Pool

Fully Staffed

Possibly the most beautiful safari house in Africa

Inspired by Ethiopian monasteries, this exceptional Luxury safari lodge in Africa is hewn into the landscape and leaves a very subtle footprint on the view of Mount Kenya. Arijiju, suggested to be the most beautiful house in Africa by Peter Browne in Condé Nast, has five bedrooms and can only be rented exclusively.

Built on the Borana conservancy in Laikipia, the land is teeming with wildlife, including Africa’s Big Five, wild dogs, and cheetahs.

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Arijiju

From £98000 a week

To the north and east of Arijiju lie snow-capped mountains, dense forests and sprawling deserts, while to the south looms Mount Kenya. Whichever way you face, it is towards adventure.

Departure Month

Adults / Children 2 Adults, 1 Child

Adults

Children
Ages 0–12

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Things to know

Check-in 4pm

Team of chefs throughout your stay

Concierge Included

Rooftop star bed

Cinema room

Infinity pool where elephants come to drink

Helicopter excursions

Mountain biking and trail running

Daily spa and beauty treatments

Big 5 game viewing

Your Hidden and Found Stay

Staying with Hidden and Found provides you with the confidence your stay is being managed by hospitality professionals from your initial enquiry through to your departure. Discover more on this home below and get in touch on how we can design and build your personalised Hidden and Found stay.

What we think

Arijiju is a retreat very few can match

Natural beauty and adventure blends with the luxurious and comfort of a lodge paradise. Arijiju is a retreat very few can match located in Kenya’s Laikipia Plateau.

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Safari and wellness retreat

Arijiju is not just a luxury safari lodge in Africa but a wellness retreat too. Home-grown produce and fresh daily juice blends lend to the healthy lifestyle Arijiju supports.

There is a 25-meter (82-foot) infinity lap pool, running trails through the bush, a spa, Hammam, a fully equipped gym, a yoga deck, a clay tennis court, and a squash court, all inconspicuously blending into the valley, and the highly skilled masseuse and beauty therapist is available at no extra cost.

Take a closer look inside below.

Sleep

Sleeping 10 in five good sized suites, three are located in the main house with two suites in the adjacent cottages.

All suites have beautiful ensuite bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers as well as bathtubs for added relaxation.

Living Space

You will find multiple areas inside and out around the villa to relax and enjoy the open plan living spaces.

Furnished to a very high standard the natural light as well as chandeliers create a warm and cozy setting at all times of the day.

Each space perfectly suited for entertainment and story telling of the days adventures.

Grounds

Arijiju is a stunning setting, a retreat to come to for relaxation and natural adventure. Run with sustainability and the local community in mind, the upmost care is taken to keep footprint to a minimum.

Exploration of the area is encouraged by mountain bike, on foot or on horseback. Back at the villa, every type of facility is waiting to rival most five star hotels.

Wellness

A safari adventure is not complete without being able to take a time out, marvel at the midnight stars after making use of the daily inclusive body treatments from the expert therapist.

Yoga deck, hamman and spa as well as a 25 metre infinity pool provide guests a stay that is equally relaxing as it is adventurous.

Furnishings

Within this luxury safari lodge, you will see references to the famous monasteries of neighbouring Ethiopia throughout and around Arijiju.

The owner taking this inspiration and blending it beautifully with more modern western style furnishings. You will see chandeliers hanging inside the main living spaces coupled with stylish decor and fittings.

Dining

Farm-to-table ethos with attentive and friendly service. Nutritious and healthy eating is the focus at Arijiju and the highly professional staff will ensure all dietaries and requirements are catered for.

Two large fireplaces in the main dining area under the chandeliers creates a perfect setting for your meals, though you are welcome to dine on the many decks and terraces around the property.

Sport

With a squash court, clay tennis court and 25 metre infinity pool you won’t be short of keeping fit or your eye in with your favourite sport.

Keen trail runner? Be one of very few people who can go running through the African landscape accompanied by a support vehicle and ranger for security and added reassurance.

Kenya

When to Visit

June – October

You can visit Kenya year round though to avoid the long rains between March and May it is advised to visit June through to October and early December through to March.

Should you wish to add a coastal trip in with your safari stay, it is best visited between August and end of March.

Location Borana Reserve, Kenya

Arijiju is situated approximately 250 km north of Nairobi in the Borana reserve.

Three daily flights from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Lewa, or for added luxury we can organise a private charter to Borana airstrip where inclusive road transfers are included to the property.

the hospitality

Included as standard. Always.

Privacy

A private sanctuary will become your home in Africa. Snow-capped mountains lie to the north whilst south looms Mount Kenya.

Catering

A team of private chefs and waiters will wine and dine you throughout your stay from morning and night. Whatever you want, when you want.

Concierge

Our in-house concierge is included the minute you book with us and throughout your stay to helping you board that flight for your onward journey.

Transport

You will be collected from the airport in a private transfer and driven around the island when needed.

Housekeeping

Our housekeeping will ensure the property inside and out is kept to the highest standards morning to night throughout your stay.

Wellness

You will leave refreshed and rejuvenated through treatments, time in nature and culinary experiences. Make the most of the facilities on hand at this unique property.

Special experiences Unforgetable Moments We take pride in curating tailored trips and experiences, we and our local teams are on hand to help you experience your stay on your terms, as you want it and when you want it.

Mount Kenya heli-drops

Heli-drop to fly-fish the lakes of Mount Kenya, explore the dunes at Suguta Valley or traverse the rocks at Kenya’s Northern Frontier.

Rhino Tracking

Join rangers to track Africa’s endangered black and white rhino and learn about the conservation efforts that protect them from poaching.

Treetop walks

Explore the Ngare Ndare forest on a treetop canopy walk and swim in waterfall pools the colour of tanzanite.

Health & Adventure

Daily yoga and wellness within the facilities of Arijiju sets the tone before venturing off on horseback to arrive at a lavish breakfast of nut loaf and pressed juices in the dappled shade of towering hardwoods.

Mountain Bike Safari

Join the resident rangers for unforgettable safaris, exploring Borana in 4x4s, on foot or on mountain bike

Wellness

Arijiju is home to the most sophisticated wellness facilities of any private home in Africa, and they are yours to enjoy. The clean air, high-altitude, endless running trails and energy-rich food soon restore weary and world-worn guests to effortless health.

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