Accommodation: Samburu & Shaba

Elephant Bedroom Camp:

Set on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in Samburu National Reserve surrounded by doum palms and other beautiful indigenous trees and shrubs sits this small and exclusive camp of 12 luxury tents - all furnished in rustic African style while offering all the comforts expected of a luxury Camp (hot & cold running water, electricity and herbal products). The lounge and dining area offer vibrant safari colours with original oil paintings, soft intimate lighting designed to relax guests returning from an exciting game drive. Huge herds of elephant, prides of lion or the solitary leopard amongst other game are regular visitors around the camp providing excellent game viewing in spectacular scenic background of rugged rolling hills. Dining is a culinary experience with al-fresco breakfast, 3 course lunch and 4 course candle lit gourmet dinner set either under the African sky or inside the well appointed dining area.


Elephant Watch Camp:

This exotic camp is perched on the sand banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, beneath big Kigelia and Acacia trees. It is home to some of the largest bulls in Samburu who can often be spotted resting under an acacia tree or picking pods beside the tents. The trees are filled with a multitude of birds and monkeys. The camp accommodates a maximum of ten guests with its wide and breezy desert tents, individually styled, draped with colourful cloth and unusual furniture. Bathrooms are built around trees, giving guests a novel washing experience with plenty of sun heated water and lights. Everything about Elephant Watch Camp is a feast for the senses, with bright swathes of cotton fanning in the breeze, huge cushioned sofas, woven local mats and special beds and furniture made from fallen trees. Menus are a fusion of bush gourmet, fresh from our farm, with tropical fruit and drinks and a selection of good wine. At night, flame torches and lanterns light up the camp along the river.


Joys Camp:

Joys Camp is built on the site of Joy Adamson's tented home in Shaba National Reserve. The camp overlooks a large natural spring where elephants, lions, buffalos, giraffes, zebras and the rare desert species of Beisa oryx come for a drink. Guests sleep in ten luxury tents set on raised platforms with private decks from which they can view game, enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding hills, relax or just soak in the wonders of Shaba. The spacious tents have an Arabic influence and are decorated with local cloth design, handmade glass and the colourful fabrics of the local nomadic tribes.


Samburu Intrepids:

Saruni Samburu is a design lodge located on Kalama Conservancy next to Samburu National Reserve. Surrounded by 95,000 hectares of private conservancy and perched a top a hill with an all-round view of Northern Kenya, its large and luxurious rooms overlook several waterholes where the famous Samburu elephant, leopard, reticulated giraffe, oryx and Grevy’s zebra gather to drink. The lodge is made up of 6 houses(2 of which are large family villas with separate bedrooms and bathrooms). For extra pampering and comfort there is the Samburu Wellbeing Space perfect for a well earned massage. The private villas overlook a waterhole and a splendid infinity pool, with Mt Kenya on one side and the Mathews Range on the opposite and the sacred mountain Lolokwe just behind Saruni Samburu. Guests can enjoy a variety of activities including morning and night game drives, rock climbing, professionally led game walks, bush dinners and star gazing. Guests to Saruni Samburu enjoy a new dimension of this popular region: exclusivity, having an incredibly large area to themselves and a high level of comfort and tailor-made service.


Private Home Stay

The Samburu Serena Safari Lodge:

The rustic Samburu Serena Lodge is located in the center of the Samburu National Reserve. It is set on the hot and arid fringes of vast northern Kenya within the lands of the colourful Samburu pastoralists. The landscape is home to a variety of rare game and different bird species. Nestled amidst the acacia groves that border the crocodile-filled reaches of the Uaso Nyiro River, the lodge stands centre-stage to miles of lion-stalked grasslands, elephant-studded plains and wildlife-teeming bush. It is also ideally placed for visits to the neighbouring parks of Buffalo Springs and Shaba National Reserve. The long, low, shingled buildings of the lodge blend seamlessly into the soft green of the acacia woodlands lining the banks of the languid brown loops of the Uaso Nyiro River, whilst the architectural style makes optimum use of soft local stone and traditional Samburu building motifs. All 62 rooms are ensuite and have private verandas with uninterrupted vistas of the languid river and the wildlife it attracts, as well as the countless crocodiles that make the waters their home. The outdoor pool has lounge chairs, tables, umbrellas and fresh towels. Communication is available via telephone, fax and radio. Samburu details and murals depicting local nature graciously enhance dining and lounge areas. Overlooking the outdoor swimming pool and the meandering Uaso Nyiro River, the open-air dining room serves guests sumptuous international menus, buffets and barbecues alongside authentic African dishes. There are two bars, one beside the pool, where drinks are served all day long. A number of activities can be arranged, among them game drives, walking safaris, Camel treks through bush and dry river beds and bird viewing. For those who wish to relax after a hot and dusty safari, luxurious beauty treatments and toning massages are offered and a well stocked library helps to get some more scientific background on the extensive wildlife in this area.


SaSaab Camp:

Situated above the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River, in the arid heart of Samburu land, SaSaab’s tranquil setting offers views towards the Laikipia plateau and Mount Kenya. The descent from the lush slopes of Mount Kenya, into the semi-desert of Kenya Northern Frontier District, is breathtaking. SaSaab is on Samburu community land, on the Ngutuk Ongiron Group Ranch, known as the West Gate Conservancy. The main area sits on a high rocky ridge allowing one to enjoy the spectacular views through the Moroccan interior and courtyard. The swimming pool is perched on the hill side overlooking the river. Massage & beauty treatments are offered from the privacy of your tent. Accommodation is offered in nine Moroccan tents, each over 100 m² comprising of a bedroom, sitting room and fully serviced bathrooms. 5 tents have double beds while 4 tents have twin beds. Electricity is solar powered, offering outlets for charging equipment in each tent. All tents have wireless internet connection, cooling fans and a private plunge pool. Strong emphasis is placed on the highest quality and freshest products and the dishes are of a Moroccan influence. SaSaab offers a true wilderness experience with excursions into the famous Samburu Reserve known for its large herds of Elephant and the endangered Grevy Zebra. Activities include: Day & night game drives, Game walks along the river or in the dry country, day trips to Samburu Reserve, Mountain biking, camel riding and Samburu cultural visits.