Our Review

Saruni Samburu

Sleeps
Resort
Samburu
,
Kenya
Type
Rooms
Cabins
Location
Samburu
Kenya
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overview

Saruni Samburu is nestled within the pristine expanse of the private Kalama Conservancy in Kenya's breathtaking Samburu Nature Reserve. As the solitary oasis in this vast 81,000-hectare wilderness, Saruni Samburu offers an unparalleled escape. Its ethereal villas, spacious and inviting, boast panoramic vistas that effortlessly capture the essence of the surrounding landscape, teeming with awe-inspiring wildlife.

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The view here is to die for. Your jaw will drop.

Ben Nelson
Founder

About

Wide-smiled Samburu staff and the lodge's Italian owners welcome you warmly and the dinners they serve in the main dining area are superb. There's comfortable seating for reading or chatting to the other guests, cocktail in hand. After dinner, gather around the firepit to compare sightings and gaze at the sky – there's nothing to interfere with your views of the stars here. Wi-fi is available.

Rooms

Indulge in eco-chic luxury in the six open-sided villas, each exquisitely appointed with wooden floors, indigenous textiles,and spacious bathrooms ingeniously crafted around natural escarpment boulders. Wake up to breathtaking views from every corner, and unwind on the veranda, equipped with plush chairs perfect for wildlife spotting with binoculars in hand.

Activity

Embark on daytime game drives through Kalama Conservancy, Buffalo Springs National Park,and Samburu National Park, or delve into the mysteries of the night on a thrilling nocturnal safari. Explore the bush on guided walks, discovering avian treasures to add to your birdwatching checklist. For the adventurous souls, ascend Mount Ololokwe, the revered peak of the Samburu people, or partake in the Warrior Academy to hone your bushcraft skills with the family. Whether enjoying a riverside breakfast or dining beneath a blanket of stars, every moment at Saruni Samburu promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of untamed Africa.

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  • Exclusive location in the private Kalama Conservancy, spanning 200,000 acres
  • Spectacular views of wildlife including the rare "Samburu Five" species
  • Relaxing atmosphere with comfortable seating and cocktails
  • Stay connected with Wi-Fi access
  • Six luxury, eco-chic villas with open-sided suites and panoramic views
  • Guided daytime game drives in Kalama Conservancy and national parks
  • Night drives to observe nocturnal species
  • Guided bush walks and birdwatching
  • Adventure activities including trekking Mount Ololokwe and Warrior Academy
  • Memorable dining experiences by the Ewas Ng'iro River or beneath the stars
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