Loisaba is home to an array of wildlife species, with two permanent rivers and abundant permanent springs. The previous owners, the Ancilotto family, bought the land in the early 1970s and managed it as a low impact cattle ranch and tourist destination, with a vision to keep this wilderness intact for wildlife and future generations. Count Ancilotto achieved this largely by leasing the land in 1997 to a group of young Kenyans and an American investor who created the Loisaba brand and managed it as a successful conservation, tourism, and ranching business until December 2014.

Supported by generous donors, The Nature Conservancy and Space for Giants facilitated the transfer of ownership of the property and operating companies to the Loisaba Community Trust. The Loisaba Community Trust, together with its partners, continues to ensure Loisaba remains a catalyst for community development, a hub for wildlife research, and a world-class ecotourism destination, offering unique opportunities for guests to become part of the Loisaba story both during their visit and for years to come.