Activities and Best Time to Visit:
Game drives, birdwatching, and cultural visits. Best visited from June to October.

Major Lodges:

Lodge Name                      Accommodation Type

Ashnil Samburu Camp      Luxury Camp

Samburu Simba Lodge      Mid-Range Lodge

Origin and History:
Established in 1984, Hell’s Gate is named for its dramatic gorges and geothermal activity.

Activities and Best Time to Visit:
Visitors can enjoy rock climbing, biking, hiking, and exploring geothermal formations. The best time to visit is from June to October.

Major Lodges:

Lodge Name                             Accommodation Type

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort     Mid-Range Lodge

Carnelley’s Camp                      Budget-Friendly

Origin and History:
Established in 1962, Samburu National Reserve is renowned for its arid landscape and unique wildlife, including the Samburu Special Five (Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk).

Activities and Best Time to Visit:
Activities include game drives, cultural visits, and camel safaris. The best time to visit is June to October and December to March.

Major Lodges:

Lodge Name                        Accommodation Type

Saruni Samburu                   Luxury Lodge

Elephant Bedroom Camp    Mid-Range Camp

Umoja Camp                       Budget-Friendly

Origin and History:
Established in 1966, Meru National Park became famous due to George and Joy Adamson’s work in raising Elsa the lioness, featured in Born Free.

Activities and Best Time to Visit:
Activities include game drives, birdwatching, and exploring the Tana River. The best time to visit is from June to October.

Major Lodges:

Lodge Name                   Accommodation Type

Elsa’s Kopje                     Luxury Lodge

Rhino River Camp            Mid-Range Lodge

Ikweta Safari Camp           Budget-Friendly