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Where To Stay In Samburu | Africa safari
Stays In Kenya

Where To Stay In Samburu

11 places to sleep, from lodges, luxury camps and more.

Staying In Samburu

About Your Stay In Samburu

Hot red earth, the Ewaso Nyiro River and northern rarities such as Grevy's zebra, gerenuk and reticulated giraffe.

Below are 11 places to stay in Samburu, grouped by type. Each one links to Google Maps so you can see exactly where it sits. Rates change with the season and the room, so tell us your dates and we will quote the real price.

Our tip

Riverside tents are cooler under the doum palms. Pool afternoons between drives are part of the Samburu rhythm.

Best TimeJune – October and January – February
Famous ForSamburu Special Five
Getting ThereShort flight or long scenic drive from Nairobi
Best ForSecond safaris and culture lovers
Ideal Stay2 – 3 nights
Stays11 recommended · rates on request
Where You Could Sleep

Camps, Lodges And More

Lodges
4 stays

Lodges

Solid walls, a pool and a bigger dining room. Easy, comfortable and a favourite for families and first-time visitors.

Best for
Families, first-timers and anyone who likes plenty of facilities.
The catch
Larger lodges mean more people at meals and more vehicles on the drives. Ask about room location.
01

Soroi Samburu Lodge

Samburu

A lodge, Samburu. A good fit for families, first-timers and anyone who likes a pool.

02

Samburu Sopa Lodge

Samburu

A lodge, Samburu. A good fit for families, first-timers and anyone who likes a pool.

03

Samburu Elephant Lodge

Samburu · Archers Post

A lodge near Archers Post, Samburu. A good fit for families, first-timers and anyone who likes a pool.

04

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

Samburu · Shaba National Reserve

A lodge near Shaba National Reserve, Samburu. A good fit for families, first-timers and anyone who likes a pool.

Luxury Camps
4 stays

Luxury Camps

Canvas on the outside, proper beds and hot showers on the inside. These are the stays that most people picture when they dream of safari.

Best for
Couples, honeymooners, photographers and first safaris.
The catch
Walls are canvas, so you hear everything. Many are unfenced and you are walked to your tent after dark.
01

Soroi Larsens Camp

Samburu

A tented camp, Samburu. A good fit for couples, photographers and first safaris.

02

Elephant Bedroom Camp

Samburu · Samburu National Reserve

A tented camp near Samburu National Reserve, Samburu. A good fit for couples, photographers and first safaris.

03

Basecamp Samburu Luxury camp

Samburu

A tented camp, Samburu. A good fit for couples, photographers and first safaris.

04

Saruni Samburu

Samburu · Kalama Community Conservancy

A tented camp near Kalama Community Conservancy, Samburu. A good fit for couples, photographers and first safaris.

Bush And Mid-Range Camps
3 stays

Bush And Mid-Range Camps

Simpler camps with the same wildlife and the same guides. Great value, with more of the budget left for activities.

Best for
Active travellers, shorter budgets and anyone happy to rough it a little.
The catch
Fewer extras, simpler bathrooms and more shared space. Perfect when you plan to be out all day anyway.
01

Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp

Samburu

A bush camp, Samburu. A good fit for travellers who want the wildlife and a lighter bill.

02

Surana Buffalo Springs

Samburu

A bush camp, Samburu. A good fit for travellers who want the wildlife and a lighter bill.

03

Ashnil Samburu Camp

Samburu

A bush camp, Samburu. A good fit for travellers who want the wildlife and a lighter bill.

See Samburu On Google Maps

Curious where everything sits? Open the map and explore the area before you choose.

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Choosing Your Stay

Which Stay Suits You?

Choosing

With Children

Look at the lodges first, then ask about age rules, family rooms and a pool.

Choosing

Couples And Honeymoon

Choose a tented camp with a private deck. Ask us to add a bush dinner or a surprise.

Choosing

Groups And Families

Ask about interconnecting rooms or booking a whole camp. We can manage the sleeping plan for every age.

Choosing

On A Budget

Bush and mid-range camps give the same wildlife for much less. Green-season rates are the lowest.

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