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Sasaab Safari Lodge

Conscious Luxury Meets Wild Kenya at Sasaab Safari Lodge

Situated between Westgate Conservancy and Samburu National Reserve in Kenya, Sasaab is a stunning luxury-tented safari camp. The lodge, perched on the edge of a river valley, provides breathtaking views of the Laikipia Plateau and Mount Kenya.

A safari experience here is unique as the reserve is home to species endemic to this area, the ‘Samburu Special Five’: the Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk antelope and Somali ostrich. The area is also renowned for its majestic herds of elephants, lions, leopard and cheetah.

Each of the nine spacious canvas-sided rooms boasts a private veranda with a plunge pool and sun loungers, and views above the river and the Laikipia Plateau. Its elevated position naturally facilitates watching the herds of elephant and other wildlife that come to bathe in the river.  The Riverside Family Suite and Poolside Family Suite are ideal for families or groups, offering interconnected rooms with spacious living areas.

The architecture of the lodge, a harmonious blend of Swahili and Moroccan styles, is crafted to respect the African heat, allowing for a cooling and airy atmosphere. Relaxation is key at Sasaab, with SpaSaab providing a serene sanctuary for guests. The infinity pool, gym and spa area offer breathtaking views, enhancing the tranquil experience.

Sasaab offers a fabulous range of exciting activities for everyone, from exploring the wilderness on foot, camel or quadbike, to fly-camping under the stars and epic helicopter experiences in Kenya’s remote north.  Enjoy morning, evening, and night-time game drives. Sasaab’s all-inclusive approach covers meals, drinks, and a range of activities, including game drives, bush breakfasts, sundowners, and nature walks.

Sasaab also emphasizes its commitment to conservation and community, with a significant portion of its team employed from the local Samburu community and involvement in various initiatives like The Grevy’s Zebra Trust and a School Lunch Programme.

Sasaab Safari Lodge, part of The Safari Collection, is not just an escape to the wild; it's a journey into a vibrant culture, a rendezvous with nature, and a luxurious retreat in one of Kenya's most spectacular locations.

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Sustainability Criteria

    • Sasaab employs 75% of their team from the local Samburu community
    • Projects include annual health clinics, female empowerment workshops and initiatives promoting HIV and FGM awareness among youth
    • Sasaab is closely involved with several local schools, the Westgate Community Conservancy
    • Scholarship programme which currently supports 24 high-achieving students from the local community to attend secondary boarding schools
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    Community
    • Sasaab exists in partnership with Westgate Community Conservancy
    • Conservation fees go towards securing wildlife habitat
    • Sasaab has been awarded Global Ecosphere Retreat®
    • The lodge supports the Grevy’s Zebra Trust, Grevy’s is one of Africa’s most endangered large mammals
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    Conservation
    • The safari lodge generates all its power and hot water via solar panels
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    Energy
    • On-site vegetable garden & chicken coop
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    Food
    • The hotel is single-use plastic free (including amenities)
    • Guests receive a reusable water bottle
    • Organic waste is composted
    • Waste is separated and brought to a Nairobi recycling station
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    Waste
    • Handmade Kenyan toiletries
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    Wellness

Features & Activities

  • 24h Room Service
    24h Room Service
  • Bar at Hotel
    Bar
  • Holiday Villa, Chalet or Cabin
    Chalet or Villa
  • Concierge Service Available
    Concierge Service
  • Culture
    Culture
  • Family Friendly Hotel
    Family Friendly
  • Gym at the Hotel
    Gym
  • Hotel for Honeymooners
    Honeymoon
  • Horseback Riding Nearby
    Horseback Riding
  • Hotel Close to Nature
    Nature

ACTIVITIES

  • Enjoy guided walks, bird watching, stargazing, swimming, and a visit to SpaSaab.
  • Go for a game drive in Samburu National Reserve or in the Westgate Conservancy.
  • Start the day amidst pristine wilderness with a delicious bush breakfast and cap off the days’ activities by dining under the stars with a bush dinner.
  • Explore the area the traditional way by camel or opt to buzz around the bush on an ATV.
  • Immerse yourself in Samburu culture and visit an authentic local village or witness a traditional ceremonial dance.
  • Sip on sundowners at our special viewpoints and drift off to sleep under the Milky Way in our fly camp. For more information read our activities and extras document.

FAMILIES

Children are welcome and under-threes stay free. Extra beds are available on request. We recommend parents book the family suite (rooms 8 & 9), as it has a shared central area and pool. The family suite can also be taken as an exclusive-use villa. The Samburu guides will teach children about their traditions and show them how to make bush tools. Special meals can be arranged with advanced notice. The lodge has drop-off steps and pools in every room. Young children must be accompanied at all times.

 

WEDDINGS

Sasaab is well-equipped to host weddings. We recommend a civil wedding in the home country, before the ceremony.

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James Wild
in the last week
Wonderful camp, with fantastic views… a bit of a hike to the park. Kitchen was also tops !!
Fiona Rugg
11 months ago
This is such a special place to visit, and located in the most breath-taking landscape of the Samburu. Elsa & Jean the camp managers are such brilliant hosts and made us feel like family right away. They really went the extra mile to look after us and our two teenagers, and as a result we
Becky Hall
a year ago
I’ve never had a more special experience in my life. My husband and I started our honeymoon here and couldn’t be more thankful that we did. The extraordinary service, delicious food, breathtaking views and simply gorgeous lodge were way more than we had imagined. I also highly the recommend Murisha and William as your guides.

Location

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Sasaab is located in Samburu National Reserve.

You can get here by plane twice-daily with scheduled flights from Nairobi. By road, it is a 7.5-hour drive from Nairobi, north past Mt Kenya, and onward via Archers Post.

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