Sasaab Luxury Tented Camp Westgate Conservancy Samburu

Sasaab Luxury Tented Camp is a spectacular sanctuary perched on the edge of a river valley in the Westgate Conservancy, just west of the Samburu National Reserve. Blending Swahili and Moroccan design principles, the camp is an architectural masterpiece that keeps guests cool in the African heat while offering breathtaking views across the Laikipia Plateau toward the jagged peaks of Mount Kenya.

Set high on a rocky ridge above the banks of the mighty Ewaso Nyiro River, Sasaab offers a serene oasis in the heart of Kenya’s Northern Frontier District. It is a place of abundant natural diversity, where guests can watch herds of elephants bathing in the river below from the privacy of their own plunge pools.

With its commitment to sustainability and community partnership, Sasaab provides an authentic, luxurious, and soul-stirring safari experience.

Location & Accessibility

✓ Located in an area with one of the largest remaining populations of endangered Grevy’s zebra
✓ Overlooks the Ewaso Nyiro River, Northern Kenya’s largest river and a vital lifeline for wildlife
✓ Home to the “Samburu Special Five”: Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk antelope, and Somali ostrich
✓ Situated on a rocky outcrop in the 35,000-hectare Westgate Community Conservancy, bordering Samburu National Reserve

By Road:

✓ Total journey time is approximately 6 hours (341 km) from Nairobi
✓ The route crosses the Equator and passes Mount Kenya, descending into the arid lowlands of the Northern Frontier District

By Air:

✓ Sasaab also has its own private airstrip for charter flights
✓ Flying time from Nairobi Wilson Airport is approximately 1.5 hours
✓ Flights land at Samburu (Buffalo Springs) airstrip, followed by a 1.5-hour scenic game drive to the camp

Accommodation – Luxury Tented Suites

Sasaab features nine exquisitely designed tents, each over 100m², offering privacy, space, and spectacular views. The rooms are a fusion of canvas, high thatched roofs, and cool polished concrete floors, creating an invigorating open-air experience.

Luxury Double Tents (7 Units)

✓ Includes a rooftop stargazing bed for sleeping under the African sky
✓ Each tent features a private veranda with a plunge pool and sun loungers
✓ Enormous canvas-sided rooms with mosquito netting doors that open fully
✓ Fitted with four-poster king-sized beds and enormous open-air bathrooms with rain showers
✓ Tents are scattered along the cliff for maximum seclusion; Tent 1 is furthest with downriver views, while Tent 4 is closest to the mess area (suitable for less mobile guests)

Riverside Family Suite (Tents 8 & 9)

✓ Includes exclusive use of a game drive vehicle
✓ Separate drive-in entrance available for privacy
✓ Features an expansive wooden deck and a private plunge pool
✓ Ideally positioned near the sandy banks of the river for sweeping views
✓ Comprises large double and twin en-suite bedrooms connected by an open-sided lounge

Poolside Family Suite (Tents 10 & 11)

✓ Includes exclusive use of a game drive vehicle
✓ Perched on the cliff near the main lodge horizon pool
✓ Connected by a central island with a generously sized plunge pool
✓ Features one double and one twin bedroom, each with private bathrooms
✓ Accessed via a winding stairway, making it unsuitable for guests with mobility challenges

Room Features & Amenities

✓ 24-hour solar power
✓ Laundry service included
✓ Free-standing fans for cooling
✓ Private plunge pool in every tent
✓ Complimentary Wi-Fi and in-room safe
✓ Yoga mat and skipping rope for in-room fitness
✓ Mini-bar fridge and tea/coffee making facilities
✓ Rooftop stargazing beds (except Poolside Family Suite)
✓ Handmade Kenyan toiletries and cotton dressing gowns

Dining & Culinary Experience

Dining at Sasaab is impeccable, utilizing fresh ingredients grown in the camp’s own sustainable shamba (garden). The cuisine blends international flavors with local influence, often enjoyed in the open-air dining area or under the stars.

Culinary Highlights:

✓ Private Dining – Available on your tent’s private deck
✓ Pizza Oven – Located by the infinity pool for designing your own wood-fired pizzas
✓ Bush Breakfasts – Cooked to order in the heart of the wilderness with pull-out stoves
✓ Special Diets – Catered for with fresh produce, eggs from the camp’s hens, and bespoke menus
✓ Alfresco Dining – Breakfasts and starlit dinners served on the wooden deck off the dining room
✓ Sundowners – Drinks and “bitings” (canapés) served on Sundowner Rock with panoramic views

Lounge & Common Areas

The main lodge is entered through a beautiful wooden Swahili archway, leading to an expansive open-plan lounge, bar, and dining area set around a sunken courtyard.

Open on all sides to catch the breeze, it offers a relaxing space with swinging daybeds and Moroccan-style decor. The grounds feature a stunning infinity pool on the cliff edge overlooking the river, as well as a separate lap pool located at the gym/spa area.

Experiences & Activities

✓ Market Day Visits – Trips to vibrant local markets (Wednesdays/Thursdays)
✓ Quad Biking – Thrilling rides along dry riverbeds (for adults and children 12+)
✓ Helicopter Excursions – Scenic flights to Mount Kenya or remote desert pools (extra cost)
✓ Fly Camping – A unique overnight expedition sleeping in mosquito dome tents under the stars
✓ Walking Safaris – Guided nature walks to learn about medicinal plants, tracks, and smaller wildlife
✓ Camel Riding – A traditional and peaceful way to explore the landscape, often leading to a sundowner spot
✓ Samburu Cultural Experiences – Visits to a local manyatta (village) to learn about traditions and daily life
✓ The 4C Centre – An on-site cultural learning hub showcasing Conservation, Community, Commerce, and Culture
✓ Game Drives – Explore Westgate Conservancy and Samburu National Reserve to see elephants, predators, and the Special Five

Facilities & Guest Services

✓ Gym – Fully equipped facility with a lap pool
✓ Boutique Shop – Selling local crafts and safari essentials
✓ Exclusive Vehicles – Included for guests in Family Suites
✓ Two Swimming Pools – Main infinity pool and spa lap pool
✓ The 4C Centre – Exhibition space, boutique shop, and learning hub
✓ Community Projects – Opportunities to visit supported schools and clinics
✓ SpaSaab – A wellness retreat offering massages and treatments using Healing Earth products
✓ Children’s Activities – “Samburu Olympics,” bow and arrow making, and toothbrush tree lessons

Highlights of Sasaab Luxury Tented Camp

✓ Unique fusion of Moroccan and Swahili architecture
✓ Every room features a private plunge pool and over 100m² of space
✓ Home to the “Samburu Special Five” and large herds of Grevy’s zebra
✓ Exceptional range of activities, including quad biking and camel safaris
✓ Unrivaled location on the edge of the river valley with views of Mount Kenya
✓ Strong partnership with the local Samburu community, with 75% of staff employed locally
✓ Award-winning commitment to sustainability through The Safari Collection’s footprint initiatives

Sasaab Luxury Tented Camp Non-Residents Accommodation Prices Per Night Include:

✓ Laundry
✓ Bush meals
✓ Sundowners
✓ Guided bush walks 
✓ Airstrip transfers, game drives 
✓ School/ Clinic village/ Market visits
✓All meals +  house wines, house soft drinks, house beers, house spirits
✓ Camel walks + fly camping (by prior arrangement only and can sometimes involve the exclusive hire of a vehicle at 406 US Dollars per day) 

Notes

* Babysitters are available on request
* There is wifi throughout the property
* Exclusive Use of Vehicle Per Day – 550 US Dollars
* Children aged 2 years and under stay free of charge
* This property is bookable for a minimum of two nights
* Christmas Supplement Per Person Per Night 23 December 2024– 01 January 2025 Inclusive 150 US Dollars
* CLOSURE Sala’s Camp will be closed from 21 April to 31 May 2025 inclusive. These dates are subject to change, and there is flexibility with closure dates.

Non-Residents Prices Per Night Exclude:

* Gratuities
* Road transfers
* Personal effects
* Extra activities
* Health insurance
* Extra Lunch – 50 US Dollars
* Parks and conservation fees
* Treatments in Sasaab Lodge
* Champagne, luxury spirits, selected wines
* Samburu Park Fees & Westgate Conservation Fees 
* Exclusive Use of Vehicle Per Day – 550 US Dollars per day
* Quad bike excursions – 50 US Dollars per person per hour
* Samburu Cultural Experience (With prior arrangement at the discretion of the local community, subject to weather) – $50 per person, a minimum of 10 guests

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