Shaba and Samburu


Destination Overview

Shaba and Samburu National Reserves lie to the eastern of the region where Kenya's savannah gives way to desert scrub and mountains. The scenery is dramatic, and besides a familiar cast of classic African animals you'll find species here that don't occur in Kenya's more popular parks, making it one of Kenya's most appealing places of interest.

Where To Stay at Saba and Shamburu

1. Ashnil Samburu Lodge

Ashnil Samburu Camp is a luxury tented set in the spectacular backdrop drop of the Mighty Ol Olokwe Mountain fronting Ewaso Nyiro River. The 30 exclusive luxury Tents are spread out along the shady banks of the river under a thick stand of doum Palms.

It features an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sun lounges, a garden and a Lounge bar offering views of the African savannah. Each tent features a decked Terrance with views of the Ewaso Nyiro River. The restaurant offers views of the river and serves a variety of menus comprising of Oriental, traditional and international cuisines.

EXPERIENCES AT ASHNIL SAMBURU LODGE

  • Game drives,
  • Nature Walks
  • Cultural visit to the samburu village
  • Bush lunch/dinner and sundowners.

Perched on the edge of a river valley, the architecture of Sasaab blends Swahili and Moroccan design principals in which the African heat is of primary consideration. Each of the nine canvas-sided rooms is over 100m² with private plunge pools and breath-taking views across the Laikipia Plateau toward the jagged peaks of Mount Kenya. Its position above the river naturally facilitates watching the herds of elephant that come to bathe below as well as a host of other wildlife.

EXPERIENCES AT SAASAB LODGE

  • Pizza by the pool
  • Samburu cultural dance and jumping
  • Elephant spotting
  • Dinning under the stars whilst flying camping
  • Bush breakfast along the river bank
  • Quad biking
  • Sundowners
  • Camel rides
  • Yoga

 

Shaba National Reserve has a particular place in the history of Kenyan wildlife preservation, as it was home to conservationists Joy and George Adamson for many years. Joy was the renowned author of the epic “Born Free” and “Living Free” and Sir Richard Harris stayed at Sarova Shaba game lodge for weeks whilst filming the Adamson’s story in “To Walk with Lions”. There is a magic about this Reserve.

EXPERIENCES AT SAROVA SHABA GAME LODGE

  • Game drives
  • Guided climbing experiences
  • Camel Safaris
  • Crocodile feeding and bird watching at the lodge
  • Visit to traditional Samburu village
  • Riverbed dining

 

WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT SAROVA SHABA

Simply amazing. It’s a true paradise on earth, to be on a lodge that is completely green in a desert

The always flowing water from a nearby oasis makes this a paradise in Africa. The road there is also very smooth. _ George Matuthu

 

 


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