Mugie Ranch lies at the far north of Laikipia and is the consummation of an African dream by Californian vintners, Nicky and Gaby Hahn. Having built a series of cedar and stone cottages with a communal lounge and dining room and private pool overlooking the plains of northern Kenya rolling away to the horizon, they decided to share their home with visitors and opened it as a lodge.
The ranch, although still operating, is now divided between livestock, agriculture and wildlife and has recently become an important rhino sanctuary. Game here, though increasing, is not yet prolific, and so walks or specific visits to the rhino sanctuary may be more enjoyable here than game drives. This is a great spot for families though as the place is open and safe and Luke and Jacky, parents themselves, are very flexible and hospitable where children are concerned.
Laikipia is a vast expanse of wild country in the central highlands of Kenya - it covers almost 2 million acres and runs from Mt Kenya in the East to the Rift Valley in the west. Laikipia lies outside the jurisdiction of National Parks, and is somewhere to get out of a vehicle and embrace the numerous safari activities that Kenya has to offer. Read more?
Kenya is the most established safari country, and consequently you have to step a little off the conventional route to find real wilderness, but it’s certainly there. Kenya also has much going for it as a family destination, and also a good number of very individual safari camps and lodges with a personal approach that makes your experience very special. Kenya also has a particularly diverse ecology which ranges from snowy mountains to true desert, rolling grassy plains filled with wildlife to craggy scrub intersected with dry riverbeds, sparkling beaches and volcanic ranges. Read more?
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At Natural High, we've had long experience putting together trips in Africa that really work. Whether it's intimate bushcamps in out of the way places, or a private lodge in one of Africa's top-billing wildlife areas, light mobile camping or remote island escapes, we know there is a lot to choose from. We're absolutely confident that we can recommend the right places for you.
