Amazing Lodges in Samburu
Samburu Rhino Camp: A Walk With Rhinos
Set within the expansive Sera Conservancy – 15 km east of Sereolipi and the A2 Road – along the banks of the River Kauro, Saruni Rhino Camp, holder of one of three “Best African retreats” to receive the prestigious World Travel Award, 2017, for its high flown ambiance, experience and design, is perfect for travelers seeking a deeper, more authentic connection with Africa’s wildlife and landscapes, while supporting conservation and local communities. It is renowned for offering one of Africa’s most unique wildlife experiences: the opportunity to track endangered black rhinos on foot, accompanied by expert Samburu guides and rangers.
Apart from rhino tracking, Saruni Rhino offers game drives through the Sera Conservancy, where guests can spot elephants, lions, leopards, and other iconic wildlife. End-to-end, Sera Conservancy is a remote and pristine wilderness, far from the crowded tourist circuits. Guests can also take part in walking safaris led by Samburu guides, allowing for a more personal connection with the landscape and its flora and fauna. The Samburu people have an incredible knowledge of the land, history, and wildlife, enriching the experience with their cultural insights.
Set about two-hours drive from its sister establishment Saruni Samburu Lodge at Kalama Conservancy, which guests can book on consecutive terms, Saruni Rhino also offers a singular twist of authentic safari on an opulent scale. Here too, the luxury-camps with private verandas are set on a secluded patch looking out to the knockout scenery. The camp has just three open-air bandas, or cozy cottages, offering an intimate and exclusive stay. Each cottage is eco-friendly and tastefully finished with a rustic charm that blends seamlessly with the surrounding country.
As is the way with wildlife, they move with seasonal trends, adding an element of surprise in game tracking and favouring the game viewer exploring Sera on open top game drives, but by no means eliminating the guests relaxing on its chic camp lookout. At Saruni Rhino Camp guests enjoy seclusion on a rather grandiose scale, having to themselves miles upon miles of untouched wilderness. Other highlights include; the Black Rhino tracking experience, the Samburu well-being space, and hiking Ololokwe. The experience at Saruni Rhino Camp is more than just a safari.
Around Kenya, there is a collection of rare experiences, in amazing lodges, offering guests intimate encounters with parts of the world not many get to know – and the chance to slow down and truly discover them. Each lodge is rooted in its local community and dedicated to protecting the habitat and cultures.
Index of Amazing Lodges Around Kenya
Homa Bay County - Rusinga Island Lodge, Mfangano Island Lodge, Isiolo County - Joy's Camp Shaba, The Sanctuary at Ol Lentille, Kilifi County - Vipingo Ridge, Kamili House, Casa Dalton, Watamu Tree House, Hemingways Watamu, Medina Palms, Kudu Camp Galana, Kitui County - Ithumba Camp, Ithumba Hill Camp, Man-Eaters Camp, Kwale County - The Maji Beach Boutique Hotel, Swahili Beach Resort, Lantana Galu Beach, Kinondo Kwetu, Sands at Chale Island, Laikipia County - Elewana Loisaba Star Beds, Lamu County - Peponi Hotel, Shela Fort, The Majlis, Manda Lodge, Makueni County - Umani Springs Lodge, Meru County - Elsa's Kopje, Lewa Safari Camp, Sirikoi, Nairobi County - Emakoko, Giraffe Manor, House of Waine, The Glee, Nakuru County - Loldia House, Lake Elementaita Serena, Narok County - Mahali Mzuri, Sand River Masai Mara, Royal Mara Safari Lodge, Kilima Camp, Fairmont Mara Safari Club, Nyeri County - The Fairmont Mt. Kenya Safari Lodge, Samburu County - Saruni Samburu Lodge, Saasab Camp, Kitich Forest Camp, Sarara Tented Camp, Saruni Rhino Camp, The Desert Rose Lodge, Taita Taveta County - Campi Ya Kanzi, The Finch Hattons, Galdessa Little Camp
Samburu County, in northern Kenya, offers stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unique wildlife. Known for its stunning mountains, hills, remote wilderness, traditional Samburu culture, and less-visited national reserves, the county provides an authentic experience away from the popular safari circuit.
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50 Destinations in Samburu County, arranged as one would visit these - south, north, west then south - with aid of narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart:
Shaba National Reserve, Buffalo Springs National Reserve, Ashnil Samburu Camp, Archer's Post, Chanler’s Falls, Umoja Cultural Village, Nashipa Eco Camp, Lion's Cave Camp, Samburu National Reserve, Samburu Sopa Lodge, Samburu Intrepids Camp, Ewaso Lions, Kalama Conservancy, Saruni Samburu Lodge, Westgate Conservancy, Rhodia Mann Museum, Meibai Conservancy, Mount Ololokwe, Namunyak Community Conservancy, Sarara Camp, Singing Wells, Reteti Sanctuary, Mathews Range, Kitich Camp, Sera Conservancy, Saruni Rhino Camp, Ndoto Mountains, Mlima Tatu, Ngurunit, Ngurunit Rock Pools, Camp Ndotto, Mount Nyiru, Desert Rose, El Barta, Samburu Hills, Baragoi Deanery, Nachola Site, Napong Hills, Losiolo Escarpment, Emuruangogolak, Kirisia Forest, Ngari Hill Lodge, Maralal Safari Lodge, Yale Camp, Maralal Camel Derby, Kenyatta House Maralal, Loroghi Plateau, Engare Narok Sanctuary, Lake Mbaringon
Know More About Samburu County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including a distance chart, Airports, Climate & National Monuments
Samburu is almost always hot! The driest months are January and February. The mean annual temperature is 29oC, with fast blowing winds especially on the lowlands. Rain is temporal and erratic.
Over 80% of Samburu lies within the fragile arid to semi-arid ecological vast block of Kenya. Altitude, excepting the ranges and mountains, varies from 2040 ms to 600 ms asl.