Villa
Single villa with one en-suite bedroom joined by a spacious living room and veranda. Outdoor shower, private dining and verandah make for a memorable stay.
- Outdoor shower
- Private veranda
1 king2 adults
Kenya • Luxury Lodge
Saruni Samburu
Iconic luxury eco-lodge perched on rocks high above the Kalama Wildlife Conservancy in northern Kenya. Just six open-fronted villas with sweeping views of the Northern Frontier District and access to Samburu National Reserve.
Kalama Conservancy, Samburu, Kenya
Kenya
Our Narrative
Immerse Yourself in Elegance & Adventure
As the pioneer safari lodge in the community-owned Kalama Wildlife Conservancy, Saruni Samburu paved the way for community-centred ecotourism in northern Kenya.
Consisting of just six guest villas, the lodge offers sweeping vistas over the unparalleled landscapes of northern Kenya. With access to both the Samburu National Reserve and the Kalama Conservancy, guests have ample opportunities to encounter the legendary elephant herds that traverse the terrain and spot endangered species including the “Samburu Special Five” — reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx, gerenuk and Somali ostrich.
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Pioneer safari lodge in the community-owned Kalama Wildlife Conservancy
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Only six luxury villas, ensuring privacy and an exclusive experience
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Sweeping vistas over northern Kenya’s Northern Frontier District
Sanctuary in the Savannah
Discover the rooms, tents, and signature spaces shaped around this lodge's wild setting.
Honeymoon Villa
Famously perched on the edge of a hillside around natural rock formations, with one bedroom and a spacious living area enjoying panoramic plains views.
- Panoramic views
- Outdoor shower
1 king2 adults
Family Villa
Two-bedroom villa with private dressing rooms, a large shared lounge and dining area, and multiple verandahs — ideal for families travelling together.
- Two en-suite bedrooms
- Private dressing rooms
2 kings4 adults
Culinary Journey
Flavors of the Wild
Chef-led dining, sundowners, and bush settings shape the rhythm of each stay, pairing regional ingredients with the atmosphere of the surrounding landscape.
- Communal dining table (Italian-influenced cuisine)
- Private in-villa dining
- Pool-side dining
- Bush dinners
Adventures Await
Tailored experiences pulled directly from this property's current safari offering.
Kalama Conservancy, Samburu, Kenya
Game drives in Samburu and Kalama
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Guided walks with Samburu warriors
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Cultural visits to manyattas
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Sundowners on the rocks
The Map
Our Private Conservancy
Iconic luxury eco-lodge perched on rocks high above the Kalama Wildlife Conservancy in northern Kenya. Just six open-fronted villas with sweeping views of the Northern Frontier District and access to Samburu National Reserve.
•Kalama Conservancy, Samburu, Kenya
•Kenya
Saruni Samburu
Kenya
0.7063647, 37.5300035
Signature Experiences
What sets this stay apart
Game drives explore both the Samburu National Reserve and the Kalama Conservancy, where the legendary elephant herds and “Samburu Special Five” roam.
Beyond game drives, guests enjoy guided walks with Samburu warriors, cultural visits to nearby manyattas, swimming in the rock-hewn infinity pools and treatments at the Samburu Wellbeing Space.
Conservation & Community
A longer view of the landscape
Saruni Samburu opened in 2008 and is eco-rated “Gold” by Ecotourism Kenya (ESOK). The lodge runs on a modern solar system that has reduced generator use to back-up only, uses biodegradable detergents and collects rainwater whenever possible.
A vast majority of staff are Samburu and members of the surrounding community. The lodge’s financial contribution to the Kalama Conservancy covers an important percentage of the annual conservancy budget, enabling habitat protection, school bursaries and the management of community health centres.
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Inside the Lodge