Dik Dik House, Mara North Conservancy

A delightful colonial-era bungalow and guest cottages overlooking Lake Naivasha, Ajabu sits withinto—Nairobi. the private 5,500-acre Loldia Conservancy on the quiet and little-visited North Lake shore. Tranquil, traditional and highly-recommended as the ideal weekend escape from—and antidote to – Nairobi.

Summary

An exclusive-use bush retreat well away from the crowds
Peacefully tucked away in woodland in the 74,000-acre Mara North Conservancy
Excellent ‘Big Five’ wildlife viewing from the doorstep
Private safari vehicle with driver/guide, delicious full-board tariff
Day & night game drives, bush walks, safari breakfasts, and sundowners
One double bedroom with ensuite bathroom, one twin bedroom with shared bathroom
Open-plan living & dining room, veranda, private viewing tower
Swimming pool, poolside dining and bar, wellness area—shared with Mara & Acacia Houses
Accommodates up to 4 guests in two bedrooms
Up to 16 guests can be accommodated together in the three bush houses.

Location

On the northwestern border of the Masai Mara National Reserve, the 74,000-acre (28,000-hectare) Mara North Conservancy is a beautiful private wilderness area and a vital part of the greater Masai Mara ecosystem. It enjoys a stellar reputation for its abundant wildlife, quintessential East African landscapes of rolling savannah, acacia trees, and riverine forest, and for its pioneering commitment to community conservation.

Established in 2009, Mara North is a partnership between 12 tourism providers and over 750 Masai landowners, who share a long-term commitment to the protection of the environment, wildlife, and local communities. The MNC strongly believes in low-density, low-impact, high-end tourism and in minimizing environmental impacts. The conservancy is accessed exclusively by the 12 member camps, whose guests are assured of a unique and truly privileged safari experience.

Mara North is home to several prides of lions and large numbers of elephants and offers excellent opportunities to view cheetahs and leopards in the wild. A wide variety of adventurous safari activities are permitted, including day and night game drives, horse safaris, and scenic guided bush walks. Guests are usually also free to enjoy dinners, lunches, breakfasts, and sundowner drinks in a variety of beautiful bush locations.

There are several scheduled daily flights from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport to the Mara North Airstrip, and the flight takes one hour or less, followed by a scenic 45-minute game drive to the camp. Private light aircraft or helicopter charters are also available.

Detailed Information

Dik Dik House accommodation

Accommodates 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
1 double bedroom with ensuite bathroom
1 twin room with a shared bathroom
Open-plan living and dining room with fireplace
Veranda with sitting and dining areas
Private tower for game viewing and stargazing
Swimming pool, bar, and dining area—shared with Acacia and Mara Houses
Wi-Fi internet
Solar and generator-powered electricity

Activities Include

Day & night game drives
Bush walks
Picnics, bush meals & sundowners
Wellness space for massages
Young Explorers Club—family activity
Visit to local weekly village market
Tribal storytelling through song & dance
Drive atop Mount Kileleoni
Ol Chorro Rhino Sanctuary visit
Birdwatching

How to get there

By air
There are 3 or more daily scheduled flights to and from Nairobi to the nearby Mara North airstrip on Air Kenya and Safarilink from Nairobi’s Wilson Airport. There are also daily flights to the Mara from Nanyuki and other Laikipia destinations and from the Kenya coast on Mombasa Air Safari. The airstrip is also accessible to private charter flights.
By road
The property is a 5-6 ho5- 6-hour drive from Nairobi via Narok, and a 4×4 vehicle is required.

Visitors Book

“Our family of four—me,usband, 27-year-old son,, and 24-year-old daughter—loved Dik Dik House. We were there for four nights. We really enjoyed the privacy of having our own bush house. It was very comfortable, the service was outstanding (Leonard and Robert!!), the food was five-star gourmet, and whatever we needed/wanted happened. We had zebras, elephants, gazelles, and baboons in our backyard. There is a fun tower (like a treehouse) right outside the house for viewing. We came home one day from a fabulous game drive and found monkeys staring into our house at the back windows—so fun!! Diana and Sasha were our drivers. They were interesting, informative, flexible, and fun to be with. The bush sundowners, breakfasts, and “bitings” were also amazing. We saw lots of animals. All of the Big Five. Sasha, sis, I’m still not sure how you found the leopard. We can’t say enough about our days at Dik Dik House, and we loved having the privacy of our own home in the bush.”

Rates

Full-Board Accommodation Rates

Minimum stay – 2 nights.
Maximum occupancy – 4 guests
Minimum stay over Christmas and New Year – 3 nights.

Low Season: March, April (excluding Easter), May & November

Unit Price (up to 4 people) – KES 100,000

Mid Season: 3rd Jan-28th Feb, June, October & 1st-19th Dec

Unit Price (up to 4 people) – KES 120,000

High Season: July, August, September & 20th Dec-2nd Jan

Unit Price (up to 4 people) – Kes 140,000

Children under 5 years old stay free.

Conservancy fees and conservation charge—KES 4,000 per resident adult per night
Conservancy fees and conservation charge—KES 2,000 per resident child aged 5-16 years per night

Check-in from 11.00 am and check-out before 10.00 am. Late departures must be pre-arranged (subject to availability) and would incur an additional fee.

Rates include all meals, soft drinks, house wines, selected beers & house spirits, shared day & night game drives in open-sided vehicles, bush meals, picnic excursions, and sunset sundowners at a scenic spot, selected laundry service, unlimited internet, 1 x safari vehicle and guide per house, guided bush walking safari, Return airstrip transfers, local weekly market visits (Thursdays only), participating in local community projects, and VAT & taxes.

Available at additional cost—transfers (other than airstrip transfers mentioned), extra safari vehicle hire with a guide at $400 per day, additional lunch at $30 pp, and a visit to the Masai Mara National Reserve entry fee of KES 5,000 per adult per day based on season. Massages and treatments, temporary flying doctor evacuation cover, and all other activities & excursions not mentioned in the “included” section.

These rates are for Kenyan residents—please contact us for non-resident rates.

These rates and terms and conditions are valid for stays up until 2nd January 2027

Please contact us to make a booking.

Please familiarize yourself with all our terms & conditions when making a booking

“Our family of four (children ages 13 and 15) had an absolutely amazing stay at Dik Dik House. From the moment we arrived, the whole team made us feel right at home. The house is beautiful and cozy—a spacious master, a comfy living room with a fireplace, and indoor and outdoor dining areas. The deck out back overlooks a path leading to a watering hole, so we were able to watch monkeys, baboons, zebras, giraffes, and even buffalo wander by throughout the day.

Our chef, Sam, was amazing; every meal was fresh and delicious. Raydon, the property manager, went above and beyond to make sure everything ran perfectly. He organized a visit to a local school where we helped plant trees and celebrate with the students. It was an unforgettable and heartwarming experience. He also organized a volleyball game for our family with the staff—so much fun!

A huge highlight was spending time with James, our private driver and guide. Not only did he teach us about the animals, but he also shared so much of the Maasai culture. Visiting a Maasai village and the local market were very special experiences where we learned about the Maasai way of life.

James and Kileyah, our house staff, were so kind, attentive, and welcoming. Every detail was taken care of, from morning coffee to evening fires.

We truly can’t recommend Dik Dik House enough. It’s the perfect mix of comfort, adventure, and authentic connection to the incredible land and people of the Mara. We’re leaving with full hearts and memories that will last a lifetime. We hope to be able to come back and visit in the future!”