To arrange a Behind the Scenes activity, please secure your accommodation first. These experiences are exclusive to guests staying at lodges on Lewa and Borana. Upon arrival, inform your lodge host or manager of your interest, and they will gladly assist you with the booking. Please note that activities are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage early expression of interest.
How to book a Behind the Scenes Activity
School Visits
Conservation has become a powerful catalyst for development in the communities surrounding Lewa. Our education program is one of the most impactful ways Lewa showcases how conservation can transform the lives of communities and future generations. Visit a local school or meet with our education program staff to discover the educational opportunities we provide to local children.
Meet our Tracker Dogs
Lewa takes immense pride in its renowned tracker dog unit, which plays an essential role in the anti-poaching efforts. These remarkable dogs can follow scents left at crime scenes, leading Lewa’s security team directly to those involved in illegal activities. As a result of their invaluable contributions, wildlife numbers at Lewa have been steadily increasing.
Security Operations
Visit Lewa’s Radio Room and learn about the sophisticated system our rangers use to monitor wildlife at Lewa as well as neighboring conservancies in partnership with the Northern Rangelands Trust.
Elephant Underpass
Discover how Lewa fosters coexistence between wildlife and local communities. Explore the innovative underpass that allows elephants to traverse their traditional migratory routes safely, ensuring minimal disruption to nearby residents and avoiding the hazards of a busy freeway.
Conservation Education
Visit our Conservation Education Center, which aligns with Kenya’s national conservation curriculum, providing an opportunity for school children throughout the region to learn how to apply conservation principles outside of the classroom.
Community Health
Visit one of our clinics or participate in a health outreach event to learn more about Lewa’s efforts to provide healthcare access to neighboring communities.
Water & Sustainable Agriculture
Visit a water project to learn firsthand about Lewa’s efforts to provide water access to local communities and their livestock. You’ll also have the chance to tour a demonstration farm and see the positive impact of sustainable agricultural practices on farmers in the areas surrounding Lewa.