Kenya Camps & Lodges
Basecamp Samburu, Kalama Conservancy, Kenya
A Tented Camp in Kenya
Camp Details
Nestled in the serene Kalama Conservancy, Basecamp Samburu invites you to discover the untamed beauty of one of Kenya’s most captivating landscapes.
With breathtaking views of the sacred Mt. Ololokwe, revered by the Samburu people, the camp offers a front-row seat to the dramatic vistas and endless skies that define this unique region.
Designed with eco-conscious principles, the camp reflects the spirit of the early explorers with its immersive under-canvas tented accommodations. Built using locally sourced materials, the camp blends seamlessly into its surroundings, leaving no trace on the pristine wilderness.
By night, Basecamp Samburu transforms into a stargazer’s paradise. Elevated star beds, nestled in secluded nooks, invite you to sleep beneath a canopy of constellations. Whether you’re soaking in a jacuzzi or sharing an intimate meal under the heavens, the experience is nothing short of magical. Here, adventure meets serenity, and nature’s wonders take centre stage.
WHY CHOOSE BASECAMP SAMBURU?
- The camp offers an intimate stay with five beautifully designed tents, including a family tent and four double tents.
- Whether enjoying tranquil afternoons or starlit evenings, the accommodations provide a serene retreat in the heart of nature.
- Guests enjoy breakfast along the Ewaso Nyiro River and starlit dinners under the vast African skies.
Planning a stay at Basecamp Samburu
Can you really sleep out under the stars here?
Yes. Elevated star beds are set in secluded spots around the camp for guests who want to spend the night under the constellations. The rest of the camp is under canvas too, built from locally sourced materials, with a jacuzzi and dinners served beneath the open sky.
Is Basecamp Samburu suitable for children?
Children of all ages are welcome. The camp has five tents in total, one of them a family tent alongside four doubles, and the Young Explorers Club runs family activities on request if booked in advance. Given the size of the camp, we suggest reserving well ahead.
What activities come with the rate?
From US$500 per person per night, the rate covers full board, house drinks, bush meals and sundowners, shared day and night game drives in open-sided vehicles, a guided walking safari, a cultural village visit, unlimited internet, selected laundry and return airstrip transfers. Breakfast is often laid out along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Activities
Basecamp Samburu Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | July; August; September; 20 December 2026 - 02 January 2027 | – | US $ 700 |
| 2026 | 03 January - 29 February; June; October; 01 - 19 December | – | US $ 600 |
| 2026 | November | – | US $ 500 |
Rates are Per Person Per Night unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Basecamp Samburu rates include –
- Full-board – all meals & accommodation
- Soft drinks, house wines, selected beers & house spirits
- Bush meals, picnic excursions & sunset sundowners Tea & coffee service in own room
- elected laundry service
- Unlimited internet
- Return airstrip transfers
- Shared day & night game drives in open-sided vehicles
- Guided bush walking safari
- Cultural village visit transfers
- Young Explorers Club – family activities (upon request and bookable in advance).
- VAT & taxes
Planning a stay at Basecamp Samburu
Can you really sleep out under the stars here?
Yes. Elevated star beds are set in secluded spots around the camp for guests who want to spend the night under the constellations. The rest of the camp is under canvas too, built from locally sourced materials, with a jacuzzi and dinners served beneath the open sky.
Is Basecamp Samburu suitable for children?
Children of all ages are welcome. The camp has five tents in total, one of them a family tent alongside four doubles, and the Young Explorers Club runs family activities on request if booked in advance. Given the size of the camp, we suggest reserving well ahead.
What activities come with the rate?
From US$500 per person per night, the rate covers full board, house drinks, bush meals and sundowners, shared day and night game drives in open-sided vehicles, a guided walking safari, a cultural village visit, unlimited internet, selected laundry and return airstrip transfers. Breakfast is often laid out along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Basecamp Samburu.
Planning a stay at Basecamp Samburu
Can you really sleep out under the stars here?
Yes. Elevated star beds are set in secluded spots around the camp for guests who want to spend the night under the constellations. The rest of the camp is under canvas too, built from locally sourced materials, with a jacuzzi and dinners served beneath the open sky.
Is Basecamp Samburu suitable for children?
Children of all ages are welcome. The camp has five tents in total, one of them a family tent alongside four doubles, and the Young Explorers Club runs family activities on request if booked in advance. Given the size of the camp, we suggest reserving well ahead.
What activities come with the rate?
From US$500 per person per night, the rate covers full board, house drinks, bush meals and sundowners, shared day and night game drives in open-sided vehicles, a guided walking safari, a cultural village visit, unlimited internet, selected laundry and return airstrip transfers. Breakfast is often laid out along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
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