Night game drive in Lumo Conservancy
The Lumo Conservancy is a great area for game drives and walking safaris with the usual suspects of African wildlife present. But, and that’s a really cool but, since it’s not an official national park, you can do game drives in the darkness of the night here. This way you can spot night creatures such as aardvarks, porcupines and serval cats, and you get a chance to see lions and leopards hunting – which makes this thrilling experience even more riveting. So buckle up (please), because this one will keep you on the edge of your seat.
What Makes a Night Game Drive in Lumo Special?
When the sun sets and darkness falls, a completely different world emerges. Nocturnal animals that remain hidden during the day become active, predators begin hunting, and the conservancy transforms into an entirely new ecosystem full of sound, movement, and mystery.
A night drive in Lumo allows you to observe:
✅ Nocturnal predators on the hunt
Lions
Leopards
Hyenas
Cheetahs (occasionally active at dusk)
These predators use the cover of darkness to stalk prey, giving visitors rare sightings and dramatic wildlife encounters.
✅ Unique nocturnal species
Animals you’re unlikely to see during the day suddenly appear, including:
Aardvarks
Civets
Genets
African porcupines
Spring hares
Bushbabies
Bat-eared foxes
Owls and nightjars
Spotlighting helps reveal their reflective eyes, making sightings both exciting and intimate.
✅ Elephants under the moonlight
Lumo Conservancy is home to large elephant herds that frequently roam at night. Watching these giants move silently through the bush under moonlit skies is an unforgettable safari moment.
The Experience: What to Expect
🌙 Professional spotters & guides
Trained guides use red-filtered spotlights to avoid disturbing animals while helping you spot wildlife behaviour rarely seen during daytime drives.
🌙 Cooler temperatures & active wildlife
Night drives are often more comfortable, and with many species becoming more active after sunset, sightings can be spectacular.
🌙 A different soundtrack of the African bush
You’ll hear owls hoot, hyenas call, lions roar in the distance, and the soft rustle of nocturnal creatures moving through the grasslands.
🌙 Photography opportunities
Although challenging, night photography in Lumo can be incredibly rewarding with the right equipment. Many guests capture dramatic predator images illuminated by spotlight.
Best Time for Night Game Drives in Lumo
Night drives are available year-round, but the dry season (June–October & January–February) offers the best visibility and wildlife concentrations around water points.
Why Choose Lumo Conservancy for a Night Safari?
One of the few locations in Kenya where night drives are permitted
Lower visitor numbers than major parks
Rich wildlife population, including big cats and elephants
Strong community conservation efforts
Scenic landscapes of savannahs, hills, and open plains
Excellent combination with a Tsavo West or Taita Hills Safari
Book Your Lumo Night Game Drive With Kiwoito Africa Safaris
Experience the African night in its purest and most mysterious form. At Kiwoito Africa Safaris, we organise fully-guided night game drives in Lumo Conservancy, complete with professional spotters, 4×4 safari vehicles, and expert naturalists who understand nocturnal animal behaviour.