Celebrating One Year of Sarara Wilderness
Set on the cusp of Buffalo Springs and Samburu National Reserves, Sarara Wilderness – which opened a year ago – is already coveted for its spellbinding wildlife. “Exploring both is like seeing two sides of the same beautiful coin,” says Sammy Lemiruni, Manager of this unique tented camp. “The same ecosystem, but with very different expressions. Together, they offer a far richer experience than either could alone.”
From the lush riverine settings of Buffalo Springs to the open savannas of Samburu, guests experience the region’s most spectacular landscapes and the rich biodiversity on extensive daily game drives. Excitement is guaranteed thanks to expert Samburu guides who know the land intimately, and many are treated to a “cat-trick” on their first day – encountering leopards, lions, and cheetahs up close. Meanwhile, large herds of elephants crossing the shimmering Ewaso Nyiro River provide magical photo opportunities.
Perfect for families, friends, or couples, this exclusive-use tented camp has already welcomed visitors from around the world, with several planning return trips. Whether it’s the romance of having the camp all to yourself, the excitement of being surrounded by nothing but nature, or the space and freedom to connect deeply with loved ones in a restorative setting, Sarara Wilderness provides a personalised canvas for unforgettable memories.
Camp highlights include:
- A refreshing mobile swimming pool
- A cold plunge machine
- Six airy en-suite tents
- Warm bucket showers
- Spacious relaxation areas – with occasional wildlife “guests” often wandering by.
As an ideal complement to a Sarara safari – including stays at Sarara Camp, Sarara Treehouses, and Reteti House – Sarara Wilderness can provide either an exhilarating start, packed with wildlife sightings and the adventure of sleeping under canvas, or a perfect bookend to a journey that also includes Namunyak Conservancy and the grassroots conservation work at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary.
“This camp showed us yet another side of the landscape with mobile tents that somehow felt both adventurous and luxurious, where we had the thrill of seeing elephants up close (and I mean CLOSE -- I got the most amazing photos with my iPhone without any attachments) in the wild and even spotting lions.” – Hazel S
“Sarara Wilderness – the perfect remote place to start. It felt like being in the movie Out of Africa. Sammy and his wonderful staff made us feel like staying with friends. The meals were delicious, the game drives with James and Christian were very special, with breathtaking sights of a leopard, cheetahs, lions, and elephants – to name only a few. Having dinner under the stars and listening to all the wonderful stories… dreams do come true. We’d love to come back!” – Ralph and Gudrun
