Basecamp Samburu is a luxury eco safari camp set in the heart of Kalama Conservancy, Samburu, offering an immersive experience in one of Kenya’s most dramatic wilderness regions. With sweeping views of the iconic Mount Ololokwe, sacred to the Samburu people, the camp overlooks vast open landscapes and endless northern skies.
Thoughtfully designed with sustainability at its core, Basecamp Samburu features elegant under-canvas tented accommodation inspired by early explorers. Built using locally sourced materials, the camp blends harmoniously with its natural surroundings, preserving the untouched beauty of the conservancy.
As night falls, the camp reveals a truly unforgettable experience. Elevated star bed allow guests to sleep beneath a sky filled with constellations, while private jacuzzi and candlelit dining create moments of pure magic. At Basecamp Samburu, eco-luxury, adventure, and serenity come together for an authentic Samburu safari experience.
Basecamp 2026 Rates
| Ground Package | Standard Tent | Starbed | ||
| Single | Per Person Sharing | Single | Per Person Sharing | |
| 4th Jan to 28th Feb 2026 | KES 36,400/- | KES 28,000/- | KES 45,050/- | KES 36,650/- |
| 1st Mar to 31st May 2026 | KES 23,400/- | KES 23,400/- | KES 30,700/- | KES 30,700/- |
| 1st June to 30th June 2026 | KES 36,400/- | KES 28,000/- | KES 45,050/- | KES 36,650/- |
| 1st July to 30th Sept 2026 Min. 2 Nights | KES 42,600/- | KES 32,800/- | KES 52,600/- | KES 42,800/- |
| 1st Oct to 31st Oct 2026 | KES 36,400/- | KES 28,000/- | KES 45,050/- | KES 36,650/- |
| 1st Nov to 30th Nov 2026 | KES 23,400/- | KES 23,400/- | KES 30,700/- | KES 30,700/- |
| 1st Dec to 19th Dec 2026 | KES 36,400/- | KES 28,000/- | KES 45,050/- | KES 36,650/- |
| 2oth Dec 2026 to 2nd Jan 2027 Min. 2 Nights | KES 42,600/- | KES 32,800/- | KES 52,600/- | KES 42,800/- |
*Star Bed available weather permitting
Kalama Conservancy Fees
KES 4,000/- Per Adult Per Night
KES 2,000/- Per Child Per Night (5 to 16yrs)
Ground Package includes;
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
Selected 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
Child Policy:
Children below 5 years sharing tent with adults, stay free of charge
Child 5 to 16yrs sharing with 2 adults pays 50% of PPS rate
Children 5 to 16yrs sharing with 1 adult pays 50% of PPS rate, Adult pays Single rate
One to three children in Own Tent pay 75% of PPS
One to two Children sharing family unit with 1/2 adults – Family unit rates apply
Basecamp Samburu Accommodation
Basecamp Samburu offers an intimate safari experience with just five tastefully designed tents, including four double tents and one spacious family tent. The family tent features two private bedrooms connected by a central lounge with timber doors and a pergola, creating a perfect balance of comfort and privacy.
Each double tent is elegantly furnished with a comfortable double bed, an ensuite bathroom, and a private terrace overlooking the Samburu wilderness. Whether relaxing during peaceful afternoons or enjoying starlit evenings, the accommodation provides a serene retreat immersed in nature.
Exclusive to Basecamp Samburu, the star beds deliver an extraordinary stargazing experience in the heart of the wilderness. Elevated for complete privacy and sweeping panoramic views, the deluxe star bed features a private jacuzzi, creating the perfect setting for indulgent evenings beneath the African sky.
Standard Tent
Starbed
Activities
Star Gazing
Night and Day Game Drives
Rich Cultural Immersion
Scorpion Safaris
Guided Bush Walks
Picnics, bush meals & sundowners
Reteti Elephant Sanctuary Excursions