Reviews of Sosian
Wildlife sightings and reviews
17 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Sosian and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Sosian lodge"
Enjoyed breakfast in the bush with freshly cooked breakfast to order, an evening meal by the river and a special dinner for two near the swimming pool.
Managed to track the wild dogs, spent a special time with them just as the sun was going down, a real treat after a long drive and persistence of our wonderful guide makesh.
Lots of activities on offer, you can do as much or as little as you wish. Enjoyed a walk with Simon along the river.
Food was very good, breakfast usually taken at the lodge after a game drive or activity." See all these reviews: 8n in Kenya
"Great lodge in the wild scenery of Laikipia"
On the down side, the showers in the bathrooms where we had problems in both rooms. The owners were not there and I m not sure what we have lost without them being there. There were a brother and a sister that were replacing them. The girl, Camilla was just amazing, engaging and very pleasant person." See all these reviews: 3n in Kenya
They say the wood-fire heated water sometimes has a faint, but not unpleasant smoky aroma that some guests remark on. However, all the usual room checks were done before these guests’ arrival, so it is a mystery where the problem in the other bathroom lay. Sosian’s response underlines how worthwhile it is to deal with any niggles at the time they appear.
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"Sosian review"
would visit again tomorrow!!" See all these reviews: 7n in Kenya
"Sosian review"
Guides very determined for us to see the wild dogs. We did see all 22 of them after some wild chases. Animals not as prolific but had some great safari breakfasts, lunches and sundowners. Visit to village and school was very interesting." See all these reviews: 9n in Kenya
"Wonderful Lodge; pure luxury"
This same day we saw the wild dogs. Our guides made such an effor to be sure we got to see them. I am so impressed that all the guides took their jobs so serioulsy and were alway more than willing to search out the special animals for that area.
I visited a school and read a book to a group of children; one of the highlights of my entire trip. I encourage anyone who makes this stop to include a school visit. We also visited a village; another must.
The setting of Sosian was superb. The hosts and food were the best we had." See all these reviews: 8n in Kenya
"Great Safari and Hospitality at Sosian Ranch"
I was treated to the sighting of many animals by Ambrose and our spotter. One evening we tracked a pride of 11 lions and after finding them we sat for close to half an hour no more than 15 feet away and watched them yawning, turning over and preparing for their nighttime search for food. After that, we drove to a different part of the bush where Simon, Rosie and Megan joined me for a delicious dinner cooked over a bonfire. It was a perfect ending to a perfect day.
I also saw a family of elephants and spent a good deal of time watching them up close as well. After dark one night, I was treated by spotlight to leopards and a cheetah with it's little baby. I saw water buck, buffalo, impala, eagles and many other birds and animals.
This safari stay at Sosian far exceeded any expectations I might have had before I arrived." See all these reviews: 6n in Kenya
"Sosian Lodge"
We picked Sosian because we really wanted to see wild dogs which we did several times but this camp is also great for other activities and we thoroughly enjoyed a night sleeping out under the stairs and also a camel ride. Lunches down by the river were another highlight.
We would happily recommend this lodge." See all these reviews: 9n in Kenya
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