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Sasaab

Samburu, Kenya

An intimate eco-lodge immersed in the Samburu wilderness.

Property Overview

Perched above a river valley, Sasaab blends Swahili and Moroccan design influences with a deep connection to its surroundings. Spacious canvas-sided accommodations feature private plunge pools and sweeping views across the Laikipia Plateau toward Mount Kenya, while the river below draws elephants and other wildlife within sight of the lodge.

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Agent Tips

  • Immerse yourself in Samburu culture. Visit a local Samburu village or community project for insight into the traditions that shape Sasaab.
  • Ask about the four Cs. Learn how conservation, community, culture, and commerce connect a stay at Sasaab with local people and wildlife.
  • Take to the skies. Explore Kenya’s remote north by helicopter, landing in extraordinary places few travelers have the opportunity to experience.
Accommodations

Moroccan and Swahili influences meet wide-open views of the Samburu wilderness.

Sasaab’s eleven spacious safari suites are perched high above the Ewaso Nyiro River, with seven double suites and two two-bedroom family suites. A fusion of Moroccan and Swahili design brings together canvas walls, soaring thatched roofs, cool polished concrete floors, four-poster beds, and expansive bathrooms. Each suite opens onto a private veranda with a plunge pool and sun loungers overlooking the Samburu landscape, while rooftop stargazing beds in all but the Poolside Family Suite invite guests to sleep beneath the night sky.
Pool + Gym

Cool off above the river as wildlife moves through the landscape below.

Perched above the Ewaso Nyiro River, Sasaab’s pool offers sweeping views across the Samburu wilderness and an inviting place to cool off between safari adventures while watching wildlife roam below.Overlooking the Ewaso Nyiro River, Sasaab’s gym offers a peaceful setting to maintain a fitness routine between safari adventures, surrounded by the wild beauty of Samburu.
Spa

Restorative treatments bring a moment of calm to days in the bush.

Sasaab’s tranquil riverside spa offers restorative treatments inspired by the surrounding landscape, providing a peaceful place to unwind after a day of safari adventures.
  • Vibe
    Sasaab is a tranquil oasis where Moroccan-inspired design, sweeping wilderness views, and a spirit of adventure come together in the heart of Samburu.
  • Who's it for?
    Sasaab is ideal for adventure seekers, wildlife lovers, honeymooners, couples, families, and multigenerational travelers looking to combine immersive safari experiences with culture, conservation, and a strong connection to northern Kenya.
  • Location
    Perched on the edge of a river valley in Westgate Community Conservancy, bordering Samburu National Reserve, Sasaab overlooks the Ewaso Nyiro River with breathtaking views across the Laikipia Plateau toward the jagged peaks of Mount Kenya. Its position offers a deep connection to the wildlife, landscapes, and culture of Samburu.

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