Sasaab Lodge

Top choice in Northern Kenya


Hands down the most extravagant, yet serene, place to stay in northern Kenya. Its half-dozen Moorish-style 'tents' (each the size of a small house) have high-thatched roofs, private plunge pools, stunning river views from the beds…and the showers…and the toilets…

The food is some of the best in any of the top lodges, and there's a breathtaking infinity pool that seems to merge seamlessly into river and savannah views.


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2. Samburu National Reserve

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3. Buffalo Springs National Reserve

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4. Umoja Village

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5. Borana Conservancy

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6. Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

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7. Shaba National Reserve

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