Ashnil Samburu Lodge
Ashnil Samburu Camp is located in a perfect
position on the river Ewaso Nyiro's banks, this is a new camp in
the region and a wonderful choice for your stay while on safari
to Samburu, Shaba and Buffalo Springs National Reserves. The
waters of the great Ewaso Nyiro River draw wildlife in great
numbers to its banks, creating an oasis of green. This is
spectacular country; set against a backdrop of the mighty Mount
Ol Olokwe as such Ashnil Samburu lodge enjoys a spectacular
location in this region.
Accommodation in Ashnil Samburu Lodge
Ashnil Samburu Lodge boasts of 24 tents, located on either side
of the main buildings and looking out over the river Ewaso
Nyiro. Each tent at the Ashnil Samburu Lodge has its own private
terrace, a king sized bed, attractively presented in local
wildwood, a dressing area, sitting area and bathroom (hot and
cold running water, shower and flushed WC). Disabled access is
provided. The lodge welcomes children and interconnecting family
rooms are offered. The lodge offers a central dining room and
bar. Evening displays of Samburu dance are offered.
Activities at the Ashnil Samburu Safari Camp
Samburu National Reserve lies on the fringes of the vast and
arid desert once known as the Northern Frontier District, whose
heat-scorched scrublands extend all the way to the jade-green
waters of Lake Turkana and beyond. Physically dramatic, the 104
sq kilometre landscape of the Reserve features rocky
battlements, craggy scarps, dry river beds and fallen boulders
rising out of the thorn scrub against a backdrop of the
far-distant hills and the great red table mountain known as
Ololokwe. As for wildlife, Samburu provides one of the few
sanctuaries in Kenya for the endangered Gravy’s zebra, the Oryx
and the blue-shanked Somali ostrich whilst large herds of
elephant roam the gaunt hills during the day before returning to
bathe on the banks of the river in the evening.
Activities to engage in while staying at the Ashnil Samburu
Lodge
A luxury swimming pool, guided nature
walks, game drives, displays of Samburu dance, Samburu cultural
talks, visits to a Samburu village and handicraft market, bush
breakfasts, bush BBQs. Facilities at the
Ashnil Samburu Lodge
Facilities at the Ashnil
Samburu Lodge are elegant, modern and practical. The main guest
area is shaded by tall acacia trees, and guests can take
advantage of the lounge area, bar and veranda with river view.
The bar is tastefully decorated in a simple and elegant way with
an African twist, and is a lovely place to spot wildlife whilst
enjoying a fine wine or imported beer.
The restaurant is also situated in the main guest area, and
provides buffet-style meal service with a variety of
international dishes including oriental and African. Bush
breakfasts can also be arranged, as well as picnic lunch boxes
which can be taken on day excursions.
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