Ashnil Samburu Camp

Beautiful setting! Kennedy our server was delightful and very attentive to our needs. The food was delicious. The Baboons were present and fascinating to view. The semi tents and ensuites were immaculately clean and comfortable. A great place to stay.

My family and I had the most amazing time at Ashnil Samburu – without a doubt, three of the best nights we’ve ever had on safari! The lodge is in a truly stunning location, right on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, which divides Samburu National Reserve and Buffalo Springs Reserve. From the moment we arrived, we were struck by how peaceful and beautiful the setting was — shady, full of birdlife, and perfectly in tune with nature.The lodge grounds are teeming with wildlife. We were regularly visited by Vervet Monkeys, and the cheerful call of the Woodland Kingfisher quickly became part of our stay. Despite being so close to the wild, the lodge feels comfortable and relaxing, with every detail carefully thought through. The food was outstanding — honestly, some of the best I’ve ever had on safari! Every meal was packed with flavour, especially the mains. With two small children, we were a bit nervous about mealtimes, but the staff were incredible. They were warm, patient, and genuinely caring, even helping with our youngest so we could eat in peace. Their kindness made our stay feel effortless and special. The game viewing was incredible from start to finish. On two of our three mornings, we spent time with a female cheetah and her three five-month-old cubs — an unforgettable first for us as a family. We watched her try to hunt a dik-dik and even stand her ground against a group of oryx (another first!). Our afternoon drives were just as exciting: a pride of lions lounging on the rocks, a stunning male leopard resting in a tree, and herds of elephants crossing the river at sunset. If you’re planning a visit, one tip — make sure you purchase park fees for both Samburu and Buffalo Springs reserves. Having access to both really enhances your chances of seeing the best of what the area has to offer.Ashnil Samburu exceeded all our expectations. The setting, the wildlife, the food, and above all, the wonderful staff made it an unforgettable experience. We can’t wait to return one day — truly a magical place!

Beautiful well-kept tents & grounds. I extended my stay in Kenya to move to Ashnil after traveling with a group, and couldn’t have felt more cared for by the lovely professional & friendly staff. And the food! So good and beautifully presented. Kudos to the chef. Wonderful safari guides and opportunities to see wildlife - I was excited to look up to see the elephant they’ve named Obama pass 30’ in front of my tent! (Other side of a fence.) Monkeys and baboons wander the grounds. Compared to other camps in the park and to better-known parks (eg Masaii Mara), Ashnil’s prices are reasonable, & you won’t constantly come across other tourists on your safari drives in this region. In case it’s not clear: I highly recommend!

This is a clean, comfortable, slightly rustic camp on the Buffalo Springs side of the park, which is very scenic. The tents overlook the river and giraffes and elephants were frequent visitors on the other side of the river. Vervet monkeys had the run of the camp so it was very important to keep the tent zipped at all times. The staff was fantastic - very friendly and efficient. The meals started with soup and salad and were absolutely delicious. We had no mosquito issues when we visited. The mattresses were very hard/firm. Electricity and hot water are not available 24/7 but are available when most people would use them.

We had such a fabulous time! The tents are fabulous and comfortable and well equipped, with good views of the river and inside the reserve. Staff are super friendly, too many to name them all, Richard really helpful on the grounds, and the waitress we had was absolutely fabulous. Good gluten free selection made for us. The pool is really nice! Very good massage with Rachel. A fabulous place.

This was a fantastic camp. I have worked in some of the luxury lodges of southern Africa, and Ashnil Samburu certainly strived to be up there with them. The service was really excellent - front of house very attentive and welcoming, the bar staff very friendly, and Japheth our waiter was exceptional. We loved the fact that there was no buffet - for a change on this trip! The grounds are very well kept, the view brilliant and the night time porcupine an added bonus. Game is often seen across the river and on the plain just outside camp. All in all a great experience and we miss it a lot! Thank you