Description
Situated above the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, in the arid heart of Samburu land, Sasaab’s tranquil setting offers views towards the Laikipia plateau and of Mount Kenya.
The main area sits on a high rocky ridge allowing one to enjoy the spectacular views through the Moroccan interior and courtyard. The swimming pool is perched on the hillside overlooking the river.
Massage & beauty treatments are offered from the privacy of your tent or in the spa. Sasaab offers a true wilderness experience with excursions into the famous Samburu National Reserve known for its large herds of Elephant and the endangered Grevy Zebra.
Strong emphasis is placed on the highest quality and freshest products and the dishes are of a Moroccan influence.
Accommodation
Accommodation consists of nine Moroccan thatched and canvas suites, each over 100 meters squared they all have a bedroom, sitting room and fully serviced bathrooms. Five of the suites have double beds and the remaining four tents have twin beds. Electricity is solar powered, offering outlets for charging equipment in each tent. All suites have cooling fans and a private plunge pool.
Childcare
There are no specific facilities for children however, they are welcome in camp and meal times can be tailored to suite everyone's needs. Babysitting can also be arranged where necessary.
Facilities
Electricity is solar powered, offering outlets for charging equipment in each tent. All suites have wireless internet connection, cooling fans and a private plunge pool.
The main swimming pool is perched on the hill side overlooking the river. Massage & beauty treatments are offered from the privacy of your tent.
Activities
Sasaab offers a true wilderness experience with excursions into the famous Samburu Reserve known for its large herds of elephant and the endangered Grevy Zebra. Activities include game drives & night game drives, game walks along the river or through the dry country. From camp you can also go mountain biking, walking, camel riding and take a Samburu cultural visit. It is also possible to go fly camping.
Free Activities : Game Viewing, Community Visitis, Game Walks, Fly Camping
When to travel
Sasaab camp is closed in November.
The main tourist season is in January and February, when the weather is hottest and driest. At this time, the animals in the wildlife parks tend to congregate more around the watercourses, making them easier to spot.
Northern and eastern Kenya temperatures vary from highs of up to 40°C during the day to less than 20°C at night. Rainfall in this area is sparse and, when it does occur, is often in the form of violent storms. July is usually the driest month, and November the wettest.
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Location and directions
Samburu, Kenya
Sasaab is situated in Westgate Community Conservancy of Ngutuk Ongiron Group Ranch (NOGR), in the Northern Frontier District of Kenya. The conservancy was established in 2004, it borders Samburu National Reserve to its south east, Kalama Community Wildlife Conservancy to its east and Namunyak Wildlife Conservation Trust to the north. The Westgate Community Conservancy (a member of the Northern Rangeland Trust) forms a crucial habitat for the endangered Grevy’s Zebra.
How to get there
8.5hr international flight. Just over an hours flight from Nairobi into Buffalo Springs (scheduled twice daily) & then a 1 ½ hour drive through Samburu Reserve to Sasaab with a game drive on the way, or directly into Sasaab's airstrip by private charter.
