Welcome to our land

Sarara is a unique conservation & ecotourism model, driven by the indigenous Samburu people of Northern Kenya.

A hidden land of unparalleled beauty and coexistence

In the northern frontier of Kenya, in the heart of Samburu, lies Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy, an area of 850,000 acres of pristine wilderness in the Mathews Range.

This remote landscape is home to the indigenous Samburu people whose age-old traditions are as much a part of the fabric of this land as the wildlife.

Dedicated to conserve a landscape where people and wildlife flourish, side by side

Indigenous communities in Northern Kenya are the custodians of some of the largest remaining wilderness left in Africa, including many key endangered species. 

The Sarara Foundation is a unique community conservation model that supports people to conserve wildlife and biodiversities.

Our three secluded lodges are tucked away in 850,000 acres of wilderness

A magnificent hideaway for anyone seeking to explore one of Kenya’s greatest wilderness areas.

With intimate knowledge of and a deep passion for the landscape and wildlife, our Samburu safari guides will make your safari experience unforgettable.

Home to one of Kenya’s largest elephant populations

An inspiring testimony to the community conservation efforts, Namunyak Conservancy is now home to the biggest herd of endangered Reticulated Giraffe, over 5,000 elephants as well as Grévy's Zebra, leopard, wild dog and kudu and more. Including an astounding number of endemic, migratory and predator birds.

Sarara provides the perfect platform to experience intimate wildlife encounters; at the lodges, whilst on safari or at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary.

  • Community Conservation

    Previously devoid of wildlife, ravaged by poaching, this land and community have been restored through extraordinary community conservation efforts driven by The Sarara Foundation.

  • Our Vision

    The Sarara Foundation aims to enable indigenous communities in Northern Kenya to continue to live alongside wildlife, retain and celebrate their unique cultural heritage and live sustainably and prosperously in a modern world for many generations to come.

  • Our Initiatives

    The Sarara Foundation is heavily investing in a sustainable and opportunity-rich future for the next generation of indigenous communities of Northern Kenya. Our programs include ecotourism, paediatric and maternal care, and nomadic Montessori Schools.

  • Reteti Elephant Sanctuary

    Situated among Kenya’s second largest elephant population, the Sanctuary takes in orphaned and abandoned elephant calves with an aim to release them back into the wild herds adjoining Reteti.

Experience the abundance of wildlife and age-old Samburu culture in one of Africa’s last true wilderness areas

Each of our three lodges are located in distinctly unique settings within Namunyak Conservancy, making the most of the dramatic views and magnificent natural beauty.

Sarara offers guests unrestricted game drives with Samburu guides, walking safaris, fly camping under the stars, visits to the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary and many more extraordinary experiences.

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How Tourism Helps Elephants—and People—Make a Home

Kenya's Sarara Camp is a model of community-driven ecotourism.

By Michaela Trimble

“In the heart of northern Kenya, the pointed peaks of the Mathews Range engulf Sarara Camp’s six canvas tents. Dispelling notions of traditional safaris, a stay here—within a dense forest thick with acacia and juniper trees, grazed by elephants, giraffes, and dik-diks—is just as much about access to wildlife and nature as it is about the indigenous Samburu culture.”

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