Sasaab

Sasaab sits on a rocky ridge overlooking the Ewaso Nyiro River, with wide views across arid plains and distant hills that define northern Kenya. The lodge’s architecture is bold and sculptural, blending clean lines with natural materials and open-air spaces that keep the landscape front and center. Suites are spacious and private, each oriented toward the river and designed to feel airy and connected to the environment rather than enclosed within it.

Safari experiences here focus on the unique character of the Samburu ecosystem. Game drives explore a private conservancy that supports elephant, lion, leopard, and the region’s signature species, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. The flexibility of a conservancy setting allows for off-road driving, walking safaris, and night drives, while river-based wildlife movement adds interest throughout the day. The experience feels exploratory rather than formulaic, with activities adapted to conditions and guest interests.

What we value most about Sasaab is how it balances sophistication with a sense of adventure. Time at the lodge naturally alternates between immersive safari outings and quiet moments taking in the river below, the shifting light, and the scale of the landscape. The overall rhythm is unhurried and spacious, making Sasaab a strong choice for travelers who want a visually distinctive lodge paired with meaningful wildlife encounters and a feeling of openness that is true to northern Kenya.