Exquisite Accommodation, Extraordinary Adventures
At Exclusive East Africa we seek out, share and showcase a new generation of unique and exceptional retreats – a small and personal portfolio of our region’s most distinctive and desirable places to stay – luxury bush villas, stellar safari lodges and other rare and precious East African gems.
our latest properties are
Unique & Unrivalled
Every property is a gorgeous and inspiring destination in its own right – offering the chance to escape, enjoy, relax and reconnect with family and friends in sublime and stylish seclusion.
Each is also a pristine and private base from which to strike out and explore some of the continent’s most spectacular scenery, experience its unique cultures and abundant wildlife and take part in its most exhilarating adventures.
Suyian Lodge
“Inspired by the ancient rock formations that characterise the region, Suyian Lodge seamlessly blends into its natural surroundings, embracing a unique sense of place”
Angama Safari Camp
“This stellar, sole-use mobile camp offers serene and stylish accommodation and an abundance of authentic safari adventures…”
Sirai Beach
“A magnificent private retreat designed and built in contemporary Swahili style, Sirai Beach is unmatched on the Kenyan coast…”
Eden
“Eden is the very definition of a boutique hotel – intimate, personal, uniquely stylish and filled with comfort and creativity…”
Sirai House
Angama Amboseli
“A striking, intimate, contemporary, elegant and welcoming new bush lodge in the heart of Amboseli’s Kimana Sanctuary….”
The experiences are
Unpackaged & Unconstrained
Staying in wild luxury in a private conservancy ensures that safari adventures are always abundant and authentic. Escape and experience the wilderness and the wildlife on foot, on two wheels or four, on horseback or from the skies.
The Indian Ocean offers every kind of maritime adventure above and below the waves. Dive the region’s largest marine reserve, ride the trade winds on a traditional Arab dhow and discover some of the world’s richest deep-sea fishing grounds.
“Explore the Masai Mara’s private Enonkishu Conservancy, home to herds of elephant, a resident pride of lion, families of cheetah and leopard…”
“Riding safaris offer an exhilarating contrast to traditional game drives and the stables on Borana Conservancy cater for all levels of experience and ability…”
“Discover Mount Kenya or Lake Turkana from the air. All kinds of scenic flights, expeditions and visits can be arranged – from trout lakes to elephant orphanages…”
“Sirai Sea, a powerful, luxurious and superbly-equipped 38-foot bill fishing boat is available for private charters, whale watching and ocean safaris…”
“Take to the skies for an unforgettable hot-air balloon safari – float gently along and above the Mara River as the sun comes up over the savannah…”
“Set sail in a traditional Arab dhow, put out to sea in a dinghy, kayak or by paddle board – or expend some adrenaline jet-skiing, wake boarding or water skiing…”
“Discover the ancient cave paintings of the Lolldaiga Hills – the area was home to early mankind several thousand years ago…”
“Enjoy a spectacular hot air balloon safari in Amboseli National Park or take part in inspiring Conservation and Community activities with the Big Life Foundation…”
“Discover the wonders of the Great Rift Valley on foot on a guided walk with a Masai Naturalist through dappled forest and sunny savannah…”
“Set out on foot with armed rangers to help track, identify and monitor Black and White Rhino before enjoying breakfast in the bush…”
“Snorkel with the gentle and friendly whale shark – the largest fish in the world – whose breeding ground is just south of Thanda Island…”
Our approach is
Expert & Experienced
We focus exclusively on East Africa and on destinations we love and believe in. We experience, evaluate and understand in detail every property we recommend – only selecting those that meet and exceed our and your exacting criteria.
Based here on the ground in Kenya in the heart of Nairobi’s safari community, we pride ourselves on our in-depth local knowledge, our above-and-beyond personal service and our familiarity with the unique and wonderful features of each property
“Spend a wildly romantic night or two at Segera’s celebrated Nay Palad Bird Nest, a strikingly original elevated hideaway in the heart of the bush…”
“Drink, dine and relax at Eden’s extraordinary Ostrich Egg Bar, a regular venue for special events focusing on culture, community and creativity…”
“At stylish and secluded Thanda Villa expansive living areas lead out onto wrap-around verandas and the incredibly inviting, glass-rim, cerulean-blue pool…”
“As well as heated infinity pool, tennis court and yoga pavilion, Sirai’s luxury spa features steam and treatment rooms and inside & outside whirlpools…”
“A covered veranda with a pizza oven is a delightful hub for al fresco breakfasts and evening drinks and meals under the African sky…”.
“Don’t miss the well-equipped photographic studio, complete with high-end camera hire, professional tuition and safari photoshoots…”
“As well as swimming pool and hot tub, snooker table, croquet and boules, Amani House has a basketball / pickle court and gym…”
“At Sirai Beach make sure to taste Head Chef Thoya’s signature lobster ravioli with saffron butter or his legendary tuna carpaccio…”
“Delicious dinners are served in the more formal setting of the beautiful high-ceilinged Dining Room, complete with enormous fireplace…”
“As the East African hub of Zeitz MOCAA Cape Town, Segera is home to an extraordinary collection of modern African artworks….”
“The Mnara is a striking observation tower specially built for watching the many elephants who enjoy visiting the surrounding marshland and riverine forest…”
“The service at Bateleur Camp is warm, genuine, kind and thoughtful and you even get your own private butler”
Plan your stay
Whether you are ready to make a booking - or if you need further information or advice of any kind - our travel team is here to help.
The commitment is
Environmental & Ethical
Our properties and destinations are all dedicated to wildlife conservation and to programmes that make a positive social, economic, environmental and cultural impact.
Every guest contributes directly to the success of such initiatives and plays a vital role in helping to protect endangered species, preserve threatened habitats, empower local communities and promote meaningful development.
“Conservation and community are at the heart of the Borana experience, with a thriving population of over 200 Black and White Rhino…”
“The SATUBO group empowers women from three separate tribal groups, transforming the tradition and craft of beading into a financially-viable enterprise…”
“Green and Hawksbill turtles both recently returned to nest on Thanda Island and the very first turtle nest hatched 110 babies…”
“Visit the Mara Elephant Project and learn about the vital work being done to reduce human-wildlife conflict and protect the elephants of the Masai Mara …”
“The Angama Foundation supports the work of The Mara Raptor Project in researching and conserving vultures, eagles and other birds of prey…”
“The Zeitz Foundation has built six schools which educate 1800 local children – their Waterbank School won the ‘Greenest School in the World’ award…”
“Angama’s on-site clinic serves the medical needs of the lodge’s guests and staff, and also hundreds of members of the surrounding communities…”
“The largest marine protected area in the Indian Ocean, Shungi Mbili Marine Reserve is blessed with extraordinary biodiversity…”
“Wildlife and conservation attractions include the AFEW Giraffe Centre where feeding the resident Rothschild giraffes is a must…”
“Protecting over 1.6 million acres of wilderness, Big Life partners with local communities to safeguard nature and wildlife for all…”
“At Enonkishu and Naretoi low-impact, high-end eco-tourism goes hand-in-hand with conservation and livestock farming…”
“At The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Elephant Orphanage watching the baby elephants receive their 11 am feed is always popular…”
Guests & Press
“Stunning food, wildlife, art, architecture and people – I have never been anywhere like it”
Visitors’ Book, Segera Retreat
“This is a stylish, idyllic oasis that makes the perfect base for a trip to Nairobi”
Condé Nast Traveller on Eden Nairobi
“The house is beautiful, the team are charming and attentive to a fault, the food impeccable”
Visitors’ Book, Sirai Beach
“What an astonishing place! It’s a secret treasure and altogether lovely”
Visitors’ Book – Lolldaiga House
“Ecotourism and rewilding mix with game viewing at this exclusive Masai Mara retreat”
The Times (London) on Amani House
“Stately but supremely friendly – it’s the home in Africa we all wish we owned”
The Telegraph (London) on Lengishu
“Sirai House and its staff provided the pinnacle of pioneering hospitality and frontier luxury”
Visitors’ Book, Sirai House
“Thanda Island has been voted The World’s Leading Exclusive Private Island at the World Travel Awards every year from 2016-2022”
“So good that it defies comparison – it will leave you in tears when it’s time to go home.”
Fodor’s Travel (USA) on Angama Mara
“Combines luxury hospitality with an exceptional wildlife experience”
Forbes on Angama Amboseli
“This new, exclusive-use camp delivers old-school serenity with an ultra-stylish, 21st-century twist”
National Geographic on Angama Safari Camp
“A perfect honeymoon spot… this island is one powerful aphrodisiac.”
The Telegraph (London) on Mnemba Island
“All your safari fantasies are brought to fruition at Bateleur Camp in the Masai Mara”
Condé Nast Traveller on Bateleur Camp