Sarara Camp

Sleeps

Resort

Samburu

Kenya

Type

Rooms

Cabins

Location

Samburu

Kenya

Hot air balloon floating across savannah with the great Wildebeest migration below

overview

Sarara Camp is a remote and luxurious tented camp set in the foothills of Kenya’s Matthews Range, within the Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy. Offering sweeping views across the savannah and dramatic mountain landscapes, it is one of East Africa’s most exclusive safari experiences, where wildlife, culture and conservation come together in profound harmony.

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Ben Nelson

Founder

About

Sarara is more than a safari lodge; it is a deeply immersive experience that supports and is run in partnership with the local Samburu community. The camp blends into its natural surroundings, with a strong commitment to low-impact, sustainable tourism. Guests can expect warm, attentive service, authentic cultural engagement, and a stay that connects them to both the land and its people, without sacrificing comfort or style.

Rooms

The camp offers a collection of spacious, open-fronted tents that feel at one with the landscape. Each suite is elegantly appointed with hardwood floors, handwoven rugs, and en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets and open-air hot showers. Positioned for privacy, the tents offer panoramic views of the valley below, allowing guests to enjoy sunrises, wildlife sightings, and starlit nights from the comfort of their deck.

Dining

Meals at Sarara are freshly prepared using local and seasonal ingredients, with menus tailored to guests’ preferences and dietary needs. Dining takes place in the main mess area or al fresco under the stars, with the team crafting delicious, wholesome dishes that reflect both African and international influences. The atmosphere is relaxed and communal, often with stories shared over sundowners by the fire.

Activity

Experiences at Sarara are deeply enriching, from game drives and guided bush walks to immersive visits with the local Samburu community. One of the highlights is a visit to the nearby singing wells, where guests can witness the extraordinary tradition of Samburu warriors singing as they water their livestock. Birdwatching, hikes in the Matthews forest, and cooling off in Sarara’s dramatic rock-hewn infinity pool are all part of the rhythm of life here.

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Sarara Camp is a secluded, high-end tented camp nestled in Kenya’s Matthews Range, offering sweeping views of the Namunyak Conservancy and an exceptional blend of wilderness, culture and luxury.

Deeply rooted in its partnership with the Samburu community, the camp delivers an immersive, sustainable experience that honours local traditions while providing thoughtful service and meaningful connection to the land.

Open-fronted tents are spacious and elegant, with hardwood floors, handmade furnishings, en-suite bathrooms and panoramic decks that look out over the valley—perfect for sunrise views and wildlife watching.

Dining is fresh, seasonal and relaxed, served in the mess area or under the stars, with wholesome, flavourful meals influenced by local produce and global inspiration, and shared over fireside conversations.

Activities range from game drives and guided walks to cultural encounters, with highlights including visits to the singing wells, forest hikes, birding, and swimming in the stunning natural rock pool with views across the savannah.