Saruni Basecamp Doubles their Impact on Kenya's Sustainable Safari Scene
When Two Safari Titans Merge, the Sky's the Limit
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“There is no place like Africa. There is something about the spirit of the people, the beauty of the land, and the diversity of the wildlife that touches the soul.”
– Tony Fitzjohn
Dear Postcard Travellers,
Wildlife lovers dream of African safaris, and a sustainable safari is the ultimate choice for travellers who care about the planet. Welcome to Saruni Basecamp.
Born from the merger of two legacy safari companies: Basecamp Explorer Kenya and Saruni Lodges and Camps, Saruni Basecamp promises life-changing adventures across Kenya’s breathtaking landscapes.
On a Saruni Basecamp safari, you’ll be right in the heart of the action. From the Great Migration and rhino tracking to the remote reaches of Northern Kenya, Samburu and the expansive Mara savannah, Saruni Basecamp’s iconic wildlife experiences will stir your soul.
Each of their 12 lodges and camps advance community-based conservation while respecting local cultures and preserving the rich biodiversity of the land.
Join us as we travel on safari with Saruni Basecamp and celebrate conservation, community and the magic of Africa.
Karen Hastings
Editor-in-Chief, Postcard Travel Club
Saruni Basecamp: Reaching New Heights
Together, we have the potential to expand positive impact.
- Jeremiah Mutisya, CEO, Saruni Basecamp
From the beginning, both Basecamp and Saruni's mission was to deliver extraordinary sustainable safari adventures in Kenya.
Starting with a few rustic tents and growing into a pioneering force in conservation and hospitality, Saruni Basecamp stands tall today as a sustainable safari champion. The newly merged company is involved directly in conserving more than a million acres of land across Samburu and the Maasai Mara, encompassing six community-owned conservancies, some of which it was instrumental in establishing.
Saruni Basecamp operates with a local touch. The camps are managed by a dedicated team of over 300 women and men, with a remarkable 90 percent coming from the local communities.
Saruni Basecamp believes in the transformative power of responsible tourism to protect Kenya's natural wonders and uplift local communities. Now you, too, can become an active participant in preserving Africa's wildlife and landscapes simply by joining one these life-changing safaris.
Let’s go to Kenya!
The Supreme Safari
On The Supreme Safari, you’ll explore two of Kenya’s most stunning regions—Samburu and the Maasai Mara—in one extraordinary itinerary. Discover the contrasting landscapes, from the rugged beauty of northern Kenya to the expansive Mara savannah, and uncover the unique similarities that unite them.
Each day on this safari brings new impressions. Enjoy exclusive access to private conservancies, breathtaking views, unique lodge and camp architecture and eco-friendly accommodations.
You’ll also encounter incredible wildlife guided by knowledgeable locals. Keep an eye out for the ‘Samburu Special Five’ (the reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra and the Beisa oryx). Enjoy authentic interactions with neighbouring communities and visit normally off-limits locations.
Stay at Saruni Samburu, Saruni Mara, and/or Saruni Wild on this unforgettable six-night, seven-day journey.
The Protect and Change Safari
Explore Kenya’s leading conservation efforts on a nine-night, 10-day Protect and Change Safari through Samburu, Lewa and the Maasai Mara.
Experience how ecotourism and community wisdom unite to make a difference in wildlife hotspots. Witness firsthand the successful collaborations between safari companies and local communities, and discover how they are saving iconic species and boosting local economies.
Highlights of this unforgettable experience include authentic cultural encounters, extraordinary wildlife viewing and the chance to contribute to the vital conservation work being carried out by passionate, committed individuals.
Stay at Lewa Wilderness, Saruni Samburu and Saruni Mara/Saruni Wild.
The Great Migration Safari
Witness nature’s greatest spectacle on the Great Migration Safari, a four-night, five-day adventure in the Maasai Mara. This bucket-list experience showcases nature’s most dramatic spectacle, with hundreds of thousands of wildebeest and zebras traversing the vast plains in search of fresh grazing.
Feel the excitement as you watch the migration unfold, complete with heart-pounding river crossings and encounters with the Mara’s predators. Enjoy front-row seats to this incredible event while escaping the crowds.
Stay at Basecamp Masai Mara, where experienced local guides provide exclusive access to hidden, off-limits locations.
Mara Under Canvas
On the Mara Under Canvas safari, you’ll discover the essence of the Maasai Mara, Africa’s iconic wildlife haven and the birthplace of the safari. This is a land of breathtaking landscapes, where endless savannahs, rocky outcrops and solitary acacia trees await.
Experience the Maasai Mara through the perspective of the local communities, the true guardians of this timeless land.
During this six-night/seven-day safari, you’ll stay in Basecamp Masai Mara, Basecamp Dorobo Mobile and Saruni Wild.
Enjoy prime game viewing, thrilling game drives and walking safaris and immerse yourself in authentic, respectful cultural experiences.
This safari takes you off the beaten track to experience the true soul of Kenya.
Sustainability Story
At Saruni Basecamp, your stay helps transform lives and protect the planet. You support a team of over 300 dedicated Kenyans, almost 90 percent of whom hail from local communities. Together, with these local communities, the company helps safeguard over one million acres of land across community conservancies in Samburu and the Maasai Mara, preserving a rich mosaic of biodiversity.
Saruni Basecamp’s commitment to sustainability includes fair wages, substantial tax contributions, community training, recycling over 10,000 kilograms of waste and supporting initiatives that interlace tourism with conservation.
At Saruni Basecamp, your visit fosters a harmonious future for people and nature alike.
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