Lentorre Lodge, Kenya
The best wildlife photography hide in Kenya
Lentorre Lodge is an exclusive wildlife lodge designed for discerning travellers and serious wildlife photographers seeking immersive, low-impact safari experiences. Set within a private conservation landscape, Lentorre combines refined comfort with purpose-built photographic infrastructure, making it one of the finest destinations for close-range wildlife observation and backlit animal photography.
Location of Lentorre Lodge
Lentorre Lodge is located within a protected wildlife area renowned for its high density of mammals and birdlife. The lodge’s strategic placement near permanent water sources allows consistent wildlife movement throughout the year, offering exceptional viewing opportunities directly from the property. Its secluded setting ensures minimal disturbance, privacy, and uninterrupted access to nature—ideal for both leisure travellers and professional photographers.
Rooms in Lentorre Lodge
Lentorre Lodge offers a limited number of luxury safari rooms, ensuring exclusivity and personalised service:
Spacious, elegantly designed rooms with natural materials and neutral tones
Private decks overlooking waterholes or open savannah
Comfortable king or twin bedding, en-suite bathrooms, and climate control
Thoughtfully positioned rooms that maintain proximity to wildlife corridors
Every accommodation unit is oriented to maximise wildlife viewing while preserving a quiet, immersive atmosphere.
Food and Dining in Lentorre Lodge
Dining at Lentorre Lodge is flexible, intimate, and tailored to guest preferences:
Customised meal planning, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other special dietary requirements (with advance notice)
Outdoor dining experiences, including bush breakfasts, sundowners, and private dinners under the stars
Flexible meal timings designed around wildlife activity and photography sessions
In-room or hide-side refreshments for extended observation periods
All meals focus on fresh ingredients, balanced nutrition, and elegant yet understated presentation.
Wildlife seen around Lentorre Lodge
During a stay at Lentorre Lodge, wildlife viewing is frequent and intimate, particularly around the lodge’s waterholes and photographic hides. The most commonly seen species include large herbivores such as elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and various antelope, along with regular visits from lions, hyena, and jackal, especially during low-light hours that are ideal for photography. Patient guests may also be rewarded with sightings of rarer and more elusive animals such as leopard, cheetah, aardwolf, bat-eared fox, and nocturnal species, as well as a wide variety of birds of prey and smaller mammals. The hide-based experience allows prolonged observation, making even subtle and uncommon wildlife moments possible.
Activities in Lentorre Lodge
Guests staying at Lentorre Lodge can enjoy a carefully curated range of activities:
Extended sessions in photographic hides, day and night
Guided nature walks and interpretive wildlife tracking
Bird photography and macro opportunities around the lodge grounds
Optional guided game drives depending on location and season
Post-processing and image review sessions for photographers
Activities are intentionally unhurried, prioritising quality sightings over quantity.
Why Choose Lentorre Lodge?
Exceptional photo hides with professional lighting setups
Close-range wildlife encounters without vehicle disturbance
Ideal for photographers, filmmakers, and wildlife enthusiasts
Limited guest numbers ensure exclusivity and personalised hosting
Seamless blend of luxury, conservation, and technical excellence