Eastern Africa

From the great conservancies of Kenya to the mountain gorillas of Rwanda and the thundering falls of Uganda — where the safari was born, and where it continues to be reinvented.

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"Eastern Africa is not one landscape. It is the plains of the Mara at dawn, the mist over the Virunga volcanoes, the silence of a Laikipia morning, and the roar of the Nile in full force."

Amarembo

📍 Kinigi, Rwanda

🛏 8

Price: 💸 $$$$

Amarembo by Touchdown is a boutique retreat near Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park that pairs cosy, design-led rooms with gardens, a standout open-air boma, and seamless access to gorilla trekking and cultural experiences.

Why We Love This Retreat

A calm, design-forward base in Rwanda’s Virunga region, made for early starts and slow evenings.
Close to Volcanoes National Park (great for gorilla trekking logistics without the long transfers).
Boutique scale (1 Executive, 5 Deluxe, 2 Standard) so it keeps that intimate, unrushed feel.
The open-air boma is a real signature, especially for fireside dinners under the stars.
Gardens + views that soften the whole experience (it reads “retreat” as much as “safari”).
Warm, cosy details that matter here (think fireplaces / heated touches for cool Virunga nights).
Strong credibility markers with recent recognition (LUXlife + Seven Stars awards).
Experiences are built in: gorillas, golden monkeys, cultural visits, hikes plus curated itineraries via the team.

Sosian Lodge

📍Laikipia, Kenya

🛏 8

Price: $$$$

Sosian Lodge is a working ranch and wildlife conservancy in Laikipia where serious riding meets river days and homely hospitality. A sanctuary for adventure, conservation and family friendly calm.

Why We Love This Retreat

A working cattle ranch and wildlife conservancy in one landscape, with river country and Mount Kenya views
Lodge-based riding with a well-kept yard of about thirty horses, plus ponies and an arena for lessons
River days with waterfalls, wild swims, kayaking, seasonal tubing, and rock-top sundowners
Family friendly set up with an interconnecting family cottage, early suppers, pool and tennis
Fly camping under the stars and night drives for big sky and nocturnal wildlife
Conservation in action, with predator-proof bomas that cut night losses to lions, collaboration with Lion Landscapes, and ranger support from For Rangers
Community partnership through jobs for local neighbours, a school and clinic program, and a community cattle trading project
Homely ranch house life with verandah mornings, garden shade, and fireside evenings