 Welcome to the serene and scenic Samburu Serena Lodge, located on the fringes of the vast and arid desert once known as the Northern Frontier District.
The long, low, shingled buildings of the lodge blend seamlessly into the soft green of the acacia woodlands lining the banks of the languid brown loops of the Uaso Nyiro River, whilst the architectural style makes optimum use of soft local stone and traditional Samburu building motifs. The cool of the interior, meanwhile, reflects a strong ‘khaki and canvas’ safari influence enriched by a vibrant selection of age-old Samburu masks, spears and ceremonial treasures.
Making full use of native materials and artwork all 62 rooms are set in prettily shingled timber cottages with thatched roofs along the river, surrounded by lush gardens. Each cottage has a private veranda overlooking the river so you can capture the rhythms of riverside life. The décor melts world-class luxury with quintessential Africa and features a tranquil blend of traditional safari colours, draped nets, soft lamps and stunning Samburu art.
The dining room is open on the riverside and overlooks the flood-lit expanses of the river and game viewing arena where lumbering herds of elephant gather nightly and shy leopards are lured to the forked branch of an acacia tree with a haunch of meat. Menus are styled to feature traditional bush barbecues, spicy ethnic cuisine, internationally-themed dishes and a broad selection of hearty Kenya safari favourites.
The breeze-cooled bar Crocodile Bar overhangs the water and is a great vantage point for the nightly feeding of the crocodiles.
Other lodge facilities include extensively stocked Africana gift shop; luxurious beauty treatments and toning massages; full housekeeping services including baby sitter on request, special menu for children, and a wide range of board games plus a full library of books on Africa. You might also want to buy your souvenirs from the traditional Samburu handicraft market, while in the evening tribal dancing and performances by local musicians make for good entertainment.
And there is plenty more to do while at Samburu Serena Lodge: there is the option of a magical, moon-lit, bush dinner looking out over the meandering reaches of the river; camel treks guided by native Samburu across the shimmering scrub-desert to a nearby vantage point offering panoramic views, Sundowners around the campfire or watching as the elephant gather by the river, early morning game drive followed by an evocative bush breakfast uniquely staged at the Crocodile Point. Or why not take part in a guided bird walk to finally identify that little bird chirping away in front of your room?
The Lodge’s close proximity to the neighbouring reserves of Buffalo Springs and Shaba National Reserve make it an ideal base for a day trip to these destinations.
At the end of an action-packed day on Kenya safari, you might just enjoy a dip in the cool, blue waters of a rock-paved swimming pool, set amongst the lush foliage of an extensively planted tropical garden, taking in some sun, brushing up on your bush-craft and looking out over stunning Samburu scenery.
But whatever you decide to do, you will experience and enjoy the beauty, serenity and tranquility of Samburu at the Samburu Serena Safari Lodge should you chose this destination for your Kenya Safari.
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