Sasaab is a spectacular luxury tented camp offering the ultimate safari in Samburu. Situated just outside Samburu National Reserve in Kenya’s Northern Frontier District, the landscape is dotted with mountains, wildlife and a rich cultural heritage. It is a place of abundant natural diversity with an astounding number of animals, from elephants to cheetah and wild dogs to the ‘Samburu Special Five’ (five species unique to the area): the Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Gerenuk antelope and Somali ostrich.
Perched on the edge of a river valley, the architecture of Sasaab blends Swahili and Moroccan design principals in which the African heat is of primary consideration. Each of the nine canvas-sided rooms is over 100m² with private plunge pools and breath-taking views across the Laikipia Plateau toward the jagged peaks of Mount Kenya. Its position above the river naturally facilitates watching the herds of elephant that come to bathe below as well as a host of other wildlife.
Sasaab offers the ultimate destination for an African wildlife safari adventure. There is so much to see and do to suit every type of safari-goer, from photography enthusiasts to those fascinated in local culture to people who love fast-paced fun and those simply seeking a tranquil escape to nature. Mealtimes and locations are flexible depending on your itinerary for the day, which can start as early or as late as you like. Wherever your interests lie, Sasaab’s team can’t wait to make your safari adventure in Samburu an unforgettable experience.
