An exclusive-use villa on Solio Ranch, one of Africa's original and most successful rhino breeding sanctuaries.
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Overview
Solio's Quiet Plains
Tambarare sits inside Solio Ranch, a private sanctuary that has bred more rhino than almost anywhere else on the continent.
Sanctuary Tambarare occupies its own private plot on Solio Ranch, a fenced private sanctuary between the Aberdare Range and Mount Kenya widely regarded as one of Africa's most successful black and white rhino breeding programmes. The villa is typically booked on an exclusive-use basis, with its own vehicles, guide and staff, making it a natural fit for families or small groups wanting total privacy alongside outstanding rhino sightings. Open grassland plains, framed by two of Kenya's most dramatic mountain backdrops, define the setting.
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Exclusive-Use Villa
4-5
Bedrooms
17,500ac
Solio Ranch Size
40+ yrs
Rhino Breeding Programme
Suites
A Private Villa
The whole property is typically taken on an exclusive-use basis for one group at a time.
Private Villa — Sanctuary Tambarare
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Exclusive-Use BookingThe villa, staff, guide and vehicle are dedicated to a single group for the length of the stay.
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Multiple BedroomsA flexible mix of bedroom configurations suited to families or groups of friends.
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Private Guide & VehicleA dedicated guide and 4x4 included for the length of the stay, tailored to guest interests.
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Open-Plan Living AreasShared lounges and dining spaces opening onto views of the plains and mountains beyond.
Experiences
Rhino, Undisturbed
Solio's density of black and white rhino is among the highest of any reserve in Kenya.
Wildlife
Rhino Tracking
Exceptional sightings of both black and white rhino across the Solio plains.
Scenery
Mount Kenya & Aberdare Views
Open grassland framed by two of Kenya's most recognisable mountain ranges.
Privacy
Exclusive-Use Stays
A whole property reserved for one group, ideal for families or private celebrations.
Dining
Home-Style Dining
Meals are prepared to suit the group staying, served wherever they choose across the property.
01The main dining table for shared group meals
02Outdoor terraces for meals with a view
03Bush breakfasts and sundowners on request
04A private bar stocked to the group's preference
Terrace Dining — Sanctuary Tambarare
Location
Solio Wildlife Sanctuary
A private rhino sanctuary between the Aberdare Range and Mount Kenya, in Kenya's central highlands.
Located within Solio Ranch, a private wildlife sanctuary in Kenya's central highlands.
Set between the Aberdare Range and Mount Kenya, roughly 3 hours by road from Nairobi.
One of Africa's longest-running and most successful rhino breeding programmes.
Well suited to combining with Laikipia or Mount Kenya-region properties.
Fly
Charter flights connect to nearby Nanyuki airstrip from Nairobi Wilson Airport.
Drive
Around 3 hours by road from Nairobi via Nyeri.
Arrive
Check-in from 14:00 with a private welcome and orientation drive.
Private Retreat
A Sanctuary of Your Own
Exclusive-use villa living inside one of Kenya's most storied rhino sanctuaries.