Sasaab Camp, Northern Kenya
Sasaab Camp
Sasaab Camp is embedded in the wild landscape of the West Gate Conservancy, with views over the lush slopes and jagged peak of Mount Kenya to the semi-desert land of the North Frontier District. This tented camp, on Samburu community land, has a luxurious Moroccan theme throughout, from the entire dining experience to the extravagant living areas.
- 14 large Moroccan style tents
- Swimming pool
- Children welcome
- Great for responsible tourism
Style: A luxury tented camp set in the tranquil, yet arid heart of the Samburu Land.
Setting: Sasaab Camp is tranquilly set on the Ewaso Nyiro River banks, a great spot to enjoy the wild, dry beauty and experience some rare and endangered wildlife.
The location encourages some great interaction with the Samburu people, who are fiercely proud of their customs and traditions and enjoy sharing them.
Accommodation & Facilities: The main lodge is set on a high rocky ridge and lets you gaze through the fascinating Moroccan interior. There are 9 Moroccan style tents, all over 100 metres square and include a bedroom, lounge area and en-suite bathroom, complete with twin wash basins. Each tent has its own private plunge pool as well as use of the main pool over which overlooks the river. Two of the tents are located together and share a veranda and pool; this is for the use of families.
All tents have wireless internet access, cooling ceiling fans and power points (all solar powered).
Dining: Food is of exceptionally high quality, fresh and influenced by Moroccan cuisine.
Activities: Day and night game viewing drives, river walks, day visit to Samburu Reserve and bush dinners. Other activities include mountain biking, camel rides, beauty therapy and a trip to visit the proud cultural Samburu people.
Child Policy: Children are welcome and can enjoy their own nature trails. With a group leader they will get to make their own Samburu Arrow and Samburu toothbrush from the toothbrush tree.
Responsible Tourism: Water is solar heated and recycle wherever possible. Food and source materials are sourced locally and a large percentage of employees are from the local area.
