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Ashnil Samburu Camp, Samburu | Timbuktu Travel
Samburu

Ashnil Samburu Camp

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About Ashnil Samburu Camp

Large, pleasant tented camp overlooking the Ewaso Nyiro River
Located in the Buffalo Springs Game Reserve, with the Ewaso Nyiro River separating it from the Samburu National Reserve, this luxury tented camp is home to some very special wildlife and an abundance of bird species, all flocking here because of the springs, which provide permanent drinking water. While the size of the camp gives it and its facilities a slightly institutional feel, service is personable and efficient, tents are comfortable, and the guides on the game drives are passionate and eager to impart their knowledge to guests. Everybody, from honeymooners to families, will feel welcome here.
Samburu , Kenya
From $290 per person/per night
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20 Rooms
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The property

The main area is big and less intimate than other tented game lodges. The dining room is restaurant-style, with separate tables and chairs seating over 100 people. Food is buffet. There is a comfortable lounge and bar area where drinks can be enjoyed, and a swimming pool with plenty of recliners for guests to relax in. There are also conferencing facilities and a business centre, and an infirmary with a nurse to assist those feeling a bit under the weather.

The rooms

There are 30 tents - eighteen with double beds, nine with twin beds, three with triple beds. All are en-suite and spacious, with dressing a area and lounge. A small private deck overlooks the river and is the perfect spot to check the animals coming and going. Tents are fixed on wooden structures so they’re sturdy and it looks luxe. Tents further away from the main lodge are quieter and so you have a better chance of seeing more wildlife.

Activities

The main activities are the morning and afternoon game drives, both at fixed times. This area is known for its abundance of the Special Five: reticulated giraffe, Grevys zebra, Somali ostrich, beisa oryx and the gerenuk, and over 400 bird species. There are other activities on offer, like guided bush walks, sundowners and massages, but enquire first whether it carries an additional cost. The camp about a 30-minute drive from the Samburu National Reserve, so day trips are possible.
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How to book Ashnil Camp

How do I book Ashnil Camp?

Ashnil Camp can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Kenya trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Kenya trips featuring Ashnil Camp or get advice and suggestions from one of our Kenya specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Ashnil Camp?

Stays at Ashnil Camp start from around $290 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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