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    Loisaba Star Beds

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    About Loisaba Star Beds

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    The star beds at Loisaba overlook a waterhole/dam. There are two sets of star beds. The first set are located among a kopje of rocks in one of the eastern valleys overlooking the ‘Kiboko’ waterhole. The second set is named the Koija Star Beds and are located about 8 kilometres further south on the banks of the Ewaso N’giro River. These are perched over the flowing river below and are reached by footbridge from the opposite bank.

    These are part of an exciting new joint venture project that Loisaba has undertaken in partnership with the Laikipiak Maasai people from the Koija community.

    Each Star Bed consists of a handcrafted wooden raised platform, and partially covered with a thatched roof. Homemade ‘Mukokoteni’ (uniquely designed bed on wheels’), can either be wheeled onto the open deck area for a night under the stars, or left under the shelter of the roof.

    All the beds have complete ‘four-poster’ insect netting. The Star Beds are normally reached by one of many options; on foot, horse, camel or vehicle and with two sets now in place create a unique opportunity to travel between them both and the lodge as part of a Star Bed Expedition.

    From the star beds the facilities and activities at Loisaba Lodge can also be used.

    Fair Trade / Responsible Tourism
    Koija Starbeds is a community-owned project bringing an income to this Laikipiak Maasai community of about 2200 people. Loisaba helped set up the camp and also markets and helps run it.

    Highlights and information

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    Highlights

    • Sleep under the stars in a beautiful wilderness area
    • Fantastic range of activities and personalised game viewing
    • Rustic, comfortable accommodation.

    Situation

    Loisaba Wilderness Area, Laikipia.

    Activities

    Game drives in 4WD vehicles day and night; guided ush walks, horse riding, mountain biking, cultural visits, busy meals and sundown drinks, rifer rafting and fishing (seasonal), tennis, croquet, boules and pool (at the main lodge), quad biking, helicopter rides, spa and massage.

    Facilities

    3 star beds in each cluster - access to activites and facilities from Loisaba Lodge.

    Child policy

    Families welcome but star beds not really suitable for small children.

    Open

    All year except November.

    Best time

    Any time.

    Inclusions

    Game drives day and night, soft drinks, beers and house wines, guided bush walks, horse riding and mountain biking, cultural visits, river rafting and fishing, bush meals, sundowners, tennis.

    Meals

    all meals included.

    Pricing guidelines for Kenya

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    We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

    International flights will add from about £400 to £800 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). Kenya combines well with Tanzania or Uganda.

    For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

    • Example tripPrice per person
    • 1 week safari using small good quality lodges or tented campsBetween £2000 and £3000
    • 2 week safari using small good quality lodges or tented campsBetween £4000 and £5000
    • 2 week safari and beach holidayBetween £3000 and £4000
    • 1 week on Lamu IslandFrom about £1500+
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