Kenya Camps & Lodges
Kalepo Camp, Samburuland, Kenya
A Tented Camp in Kenya
Camp Details
Located on a dry river with sweeping views of the majestic Mathews Mountains; Kalepo Camp is a private use, family friendly, luxury tented camp which offers exclusive use of 450,000 acres straddling both side of the Mathews Mountains.
It is nestled in the heart of Samburuland, Northern Kenya, where people and wildlife co-exist as they have done for centuries. The perfect gateway to Turkana and beyond…
From authentic kijijis (Samburu villages) to incredible elephants; from singing wells to soaring mountains; our camp is the perfect location from which to explore the diversity of Kenyas “Big North.”
WHY CHOOSE KALEPO CAMP?
• Wake up to the chorus of birds in the heart of Samburuland!
• The perfect gateway to Turkana and beyond.
• From authentic kijijis (Samburu villages) to incredible elephants; from singing wells to soaring mountains; the camp is the perfect location from which to explore the diversity of Kenyas “Big North.”
Questions about Kalepo
Do we have to take the whole camp?
Yes, Kalepo is a private-use camp and rates are quoted per camp rather than per person. That buys exclusive use of the tents and of 450,000 acres straddling both sides of the Mathews Mountains, so you are not sharing the land with other vehicles. Children of all ages are welcome, which makes it a straightforward choice for a family group.
What is there to see in this part of northern Kenya?
Kalepo sits on a dry river in the heart of Samburuland, with views to the Mathews Mountains. Guests visit authentic kijijis, the Samburu villages, and the singing wells, and elephant are a feature of the area. It also works well as a starting point for travellers heading further into Turkana and Kenya's Big North.
How are the rates structured?
From US$6,000 per camp per night from mid-January to May, in late October and in early December, rising to US$8,600 from June to mid-October and over the festive weeks. The rate covers exclusive use with all activities and facilities, all meals and beverages including house wines, spirits and liqueurs, road transfers from the Kalepo airstrip, and local taxes.
Activities
Kalepo Camp Rates, Activities & Amenities
Rates
| Year | Season | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16 January - 31 May; 16 October - 31 October; 1 December - 14 December | – | US $ 6000 |
| 2026 | 1 June - 15 October; 15 December - 15 January | – | US $ 8600 |
Rates are Per Camp unless otherwise specified.
Inclusions
Kalepo Camp rates include –
• Exclusive use of the camp including all activities, amenities and facilities.
• All meals and beverages, including house wines, spirits and liqueurs.
• Road transfers from the Kalepo airstrip.
• All local taxes, VAT and Catering Levy.
Questions about Kalepo
Do we have to take the whole camp?
Yes, Kalepo is a private-use camp and rates are quoted per camp rather than per person. That buys exclusive use of the tents and of 450,000 acres straddling both sides of the Mathews Mountains, so you are not sharing the land with other vehicles. Children of all ages are welcome, which makes it a straightforward choice for a family group.
What is there to see in this part of northern Kenya?
Kalepo sits on a dry river in the heart of Samburuland, with views to the Mathews Mountains. Guests visit authentic kijijis, the Samburu villages, and the singing wells, and elephant are a feature of the area. It also works well as a starting point for travellers heading further into Turkana and Kenya's Big North.
How are the rates structured?
From US$6,000 per camp per night from mid-January to May, in late October and in early December, rising to US$8,600 from June to mid-October and over the festive weeks. The rate covers exclusive use with all activities and facilities, all meals and beverages including house wines, spirits and liqueurs, road transfers from the Kalepo airstrip, and local taxes.
Activities
Child Policy
Children of all ages are welcome at Kalepo Camp.
Questions about Kalepo
Do we have to take the whole camp?
Yes, Kalepo is a private-use camp and rates are quoted per camp rather than per person. That buys exclusive use of the tents and of 450,000 acres straddling both sides of the Mathews Mountains, so you are not sharing the land with other vehicles. Children of all ages are welcome, which makes it a straightforward choice for a family group.
What is there to see in this part of northern Kenya?
Kalepo sits on a dry river in the heart of Samburuland, with views to the Mathews Mountains. Guests visit authentic kijijis, the Samburu villages, and the singing wells, and elephant are a feature of the area. It also works well as a starting point for travellers heading further into Turkana and Kenya's Big North.
How are the rates structured?
From US$6,000 per camp per night from mid-January to May, in late October and in early December, rising to US$8,600 from June to mid-October and over the festive weeks. The rate covers exclusive use with all activities and facilities, all meals and beverages including house wines, spirits and liqueurs, road transfers from the Kalepo airstrip, and local taxes.
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