Location: Looking out over the Northern Frontier District towards Samburu, Shaba and the sacred Lolokwe Mountain, Tassia sprawls gently over a rocky bluff, which protrudes from the Mukogodo escarpment. In the valley below, the Loimugi trees, a favourite food for the elephant, grow in abundance.
Description: This community eco-lodge is owned by Lekerruki Community Conservation Group Ranch and leased /managed by Northern Frontier Conservation Ltd. While traditional land use is maintained within the group ranch, the dependence on livestock has been reduced with the introduction of income from tourism. Built entirely from low impact material, the 'organic' structure appears as a natural extension of the ground it is built on.
Accommodation/Facilities: Tassia has six rooms (five double and one twin) with en-suite bathrooms. Extra beds are available for children. A dining/sitting room overlooks a stunning pool built into rocks surrounded by fig trees. Interiors have been carefully and tastefully decorated, and although simple - Tassia offers every comfort.
Hosted By: Martin Wheeler and Antonia Hall alongside a team of Mukogodo Maasai are your hosts. Martin - a keen naturalist, falconer and fly fisherman was born in Kenya and brought up in the bush. Antonia also has Kenyan ancestry and has spent much time hosting guests in various lodges in Kenya. The lodge staff are members of Lekurruki, have an inherent knowledge and understanding of their environment.
Activities: The Mukogodo forest, full of butterflies, birds and rare plants is tempting for any walker. Walks up the dry riverbeds are challenging and exciting. After the rains, the lugga flows and the waterfalls and pools make for great wallowing!
Tassia is a base for adventure: The intrepid paraglider may walk to the summit of Lossos, where a most amazing flight begins.Games viewing and tracking.
Optional Extras: Cultural visits, self-catering option available for residents.
Closed Season: Open all year round.
Access: By daily schedule flight from Wilson Airport (Nairobi) to Lewa Downs followed by road transfer, by private charter flight direct to Tassia airfield, or by road.
