We Saw a BLACK LEOPARD at Kenya's Newest Safari Lodge | andBeyond Suyian Review
Sundowner Safaris
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We spotted a melanistic black leopard at andBeyond Suyian Lodge — one of the rarest wildlife sightings in Africa.
This brand-new lodge opened in late 2025 on a private 44,000-acre concession in Laikipia, Kenya, and we were among the first guests.
In this video, we share the full experience: the bush flight from the Masai Mara, the traditional welcome, a complete room and property tour, the food (including the best bush breakfast we've had), sundowners, and our honest take on what works and what still needs time.
Suyian is architecturally stunning — concrete domes, soaring ceilings, and a landscape that looks more like Jordan than East Africa. But is the wildlife there yet? We give you the real story.
🏕️ SUYIAN LODGE AT A GLANCE
— Location: 44,000-acre private concession, Laikipia Plateau, Kenya
— Opened: Late 2025
— Accommodations: 14 luxury suites with private plunge pools
— Architecture: Concrete domes, kopje-inspired design
— Wildlife: New conservation area
— sparse game, but melanistic leopard on the concession
— Best for: Design lovers, honeymooners, couples seeking stunning views
— Our rating: 3.5/5
📖 Read our full written review: https://www.sundownersafaris.com/blog...
📋 More safari lodge reviews: https://www.sundownersafaris.com/reviews
CHAPTERS
0:00 — Intro
0:24 — Bush flight from the Mara
1:28 — Arrival & welcome
2:01 — Property tour
7:12 — Room tour
17:30 — AndBeyond Suyian chat with Denzol
20:28 — Game drives & guiding
22:12 — Black leopard sighting
28:23 — Final verdict
ABOUT SUNDOWNER SAFARIS
We're a boutique safari company co-owned by a a professional guide with 30+ years of experience recognized by Condé Nast Traveler. We design private, tailor-made safaris across nine African countries. Every review on this channel comes from our own firsthand experience.
🌍 Planning a safari? sundownersafaris.com
📧 info@sundownersafaris.com 📞 (949) 323-3111
#blackleopard #kenyasafari #suyianlodge #andbeyond #laikipia #safarilodgereview #luxurysafari #melanisticleopard #africansafari #safarikenya #lodgereview #honeymoon
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We Saw a BLACK LEOPARD at Kenya's Newest Safari Lodge | andBeyond Suyian Review
Sundowner Safaris
1,131 views
We spotted a melanistic black leopard at andBeyond Suyian Lodge — one of the rarest wildlife sightings in Africa.
This brand-new lodge opened in late 2025 on a private 44,000-acre concession in Laikipia, Kenya, and we were among the first guests.
In this video, we share the full experience: the bush flight from the Masai Mara, the traditional welcome, a complete room and property tour, the food (including the best bush breakfast we've had), sundowners, and our honest take on what works and what still needs time.
Suyian is architecturally stunning — concrete domes, soaring ceilings, and a landscape that looks more like Jordan than East Africa. But is the wildlife there yet? We give you the real story.
🏕️ SUYIAN LODGE AT A GLANCE
— Location: 44,000-acre private concession, Laikipia Plateau, Kenya
— Opened: Late 2025
— Accommodations: 14 luxury suites with private plunge pools
— Architecture: Concrete domes, kopje-inspired design
— Wildlife: New conservation area
— sparse game, but melanistic leopard on the concession
— Best for: Design lovers, honeymooners, couples seeking stunning views
— Our rating: 3.5/5
📖 Read our full written review: https://www.sundownersafaris.com/blog...
📋 More safari lodge reviews: https://www.sundownersafaris.com/reviews
CHAPTERS
0:00 — Intro
0:24 — Bush flight from the Mara
1:28 — Arrival & welcome
2:01 — Property tour
7:12 — Room tour
17:30 — AndBeyond Suyian chat with Denzol
20:28 — Game drives & guiding
22:12 — Black leopard sighting
28:23 — Final verdict
ABOUT SUNDOWNER SAFARIS
We're a boutique safari company co-owned by a a professional guide with 30+ years of experience recognized by Condé Nast Traveler. We design private, tailor-made safaris across nine African countries. Every review on this channel comes from our own firsthand experience.
🌍 Planning a safari? sundownersafaris.com
📧 info@sundownersafaris.com 📞 (949) 323-3111
#blackleopard #kenyasafari #suyianlodge #andbeyond #laikipia #safarilodgereview #luxurysafari #melanisticleopard #africansafari #safarikenya #lodgereview #honeymoon