Tassia

Tassia captures all elements of the African bush, tranquil beauty combined with excitement and adventure.  The dramatic setting of the lodge, perched on the edge of the Mokogodo escarpment, gives a mesmerising view of the Northern Frontier District and the sacred Lolokwe Mountain. Tassia was built for the Mokogodo Massai, allowing a symbiotic relationship with community and conservation. 

The lodge’s distinctive architecture is of Maasai origin and is inspired by the surrounding area. The six individual rooms are all en-suite, with their own unrivalled view.  The open plan sitting and dining area offers a spectacular vista over the natural rock swimming pool and on to the 60,000 acre Lekurruki conservation area.

The Laikipiak (Mokogodo) Maasai have been guardians of the Mokogodo forest for over a hundred years.  They are descendants of the Yaaku tribe and these forest dwellers had a language (Seiku) that was more similar to Somali, Rendille and several Ethiopian languages than to Maa, the Maasai language.  They lived in caves, foraging in the forest, tending goats and bee keeping.

Tassia offers a wide range of activities and is a base for adventure as well as game drives. Exploring on foot is the main attraction and is the best way to discover the wonders of the wilderness.

Walking up dry riverbeds offers an excellent opportunity to view game at close quarters. After the rains when the luggas are flowing there are idyllic waterfalls and plunge pools for wallowing.  This stunning location lends itself perfectly to bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and sundowners. In addition, Tassia offers guided camel walks and overnight camping in the bush. For the intrepid explorer, a climb to the summit of Mount Lossos should not be missed, especially for keen paragliders.

 

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Booking information: for an itinerary and prices email us or call  0207 622 5114  and ask to speak to a Kenya consultant about Tassia community project and lodge