Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge Named Best Safari Lodge at Tourism Awards

NAIROBI, KENYA, FEBRUARY 11, 2026 - Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge was recognised as Best Safari Lodge at the 2025 Kenya Tourism Awards, reinforcing its position as one of Kenya’s leading luxury safari and leisure destinations. Located 1,400 feet above the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lake Elementaita, Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge offers an elegant fusion of luxury and nature, with sweeping views across the surrounding ecosystem. Its strategic location places guests within proximity to some of the Rift Valley’s most iconic attractions, including Lake Nakuru National Park, Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy, and the Menengai Crater. “This award reflects our team’s unwavering commitment to excellence, authenticity, and meaningful guest experiences,” said a Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge General Guest Relations Executive, Domisia Muriuki. “We are proud to contribute to Kenya’s tourism growth story while showcasing the unique beauty and potential of the Elementaita region and Nakuru County at large.” The recognition comes as Kenya’s tourism sector continues to register strong recovery and sustained growth, buoyed by rising international arrivals, renewed domestic travel, and increasing demand for high-value, experience-driven destinations. Kenya’s tourism sector demonstrated steady and strategic growth, with tourist arrivals up by 4.0 per cent in the first three quarters of 2025, a strong performance amid rising regional competition Beyond celebrating the lodge’s achievement, the award shines a spotlight on Lake Elementaita and the wider Elementaita Mountain region, which is increasingly emerging as a premier destination for both domestic and international travellers. The region’s blend of natural beauty, biodiversity, and accessibility positions it as a compelling alternative within Kenya’s broader tourism circuit. The Kenya Tourism Awards are among the country’s most respected platforms for recognising excellence, innovation, and leadership within the tourism and hospitality industry. The annual Gala Dinner convenes tourism stakeholders, hotel operators, tour companies, policymakers, industry partners, and media to celebrate outstanding performance and sector leadership. Winning the Best Safari Lodge award not only reinforces Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge’s standing as a benchmark for luxury safari hospitality but also signals confidence in the region’s growing role within Kenya’s tourism economy. As the lodge looks ahead, the recognition marks both a significant milestone and a continued commitment to delivering authentic, world-class experiences that celebrate Kenya’s natural heritage.