Saruni Family Safari
7 days Samburu & Masai Mara safari-
This life-enriching family journey perfectly combines fun and adventure, luxury and relaxation, wildlife and culture, for parents and children alike.
A 6 nights / 7 days family journey of fun and adventure through two of Kenya’s most loved wildernesses.
2023 All inclusive from US$13,740 for a family of 4 (low season rate) & 2024 All inclusive from US$15,720 for a family of 4 (low season rate)
Valid from 3rd January-19th December 2025
Encounter Africa’s storybook wildlife up close, from the giant crocodiles and hippos of the Mara River and large prides of lion on the plains, to the enormous herds of Samburu elephant and the Samburu Five – rare species only found in Samburu.
Discover the Maasai and Samburu tribes, learning first-hand about their ancient customs and local knowledge in Saruni’s unique Warriors Academy – our interactive learning programme designed specifically for families with children
Explore the teeming open plains and private forested valleys around Saruni Mara and the unending, rugged vistas of Saruni Samburu– an unrivalled family experience.
Itinerary Prices
High Season
- US$6,150 per adult US$3,570 per child 5-11yrs US$3,730 per child 12-16yrs July | August & September 2023
- US$6,505 per adult US$3,515 per child 5-11yrs US$3,685 per child 12-16yrs US$ 710 per child 2-4yrs July | August & September 2024
Mid Season
- US$5,350 per adult US$3,070 per child 5-11yrs US$3,230 per child 12-16yrs January | February | June | October & 1st–19th December 2023
- US$5,805 per adult US$3,165 per child 5-11yrs US$3,335 per child 12-16yrs US$ 710 per child 2-4yrs Jan | Feb | June | Octo &1st –19th Dec 2024
Low Season
- US$4,300 per adult US$2,570 per child 5-11yrs US$2,730 per child 12-16yrs March | April | May & November 2023
- US$5,075 per adult US$2,785 per child 5-11yrs US$2,955 per child 12-16yrs US$ 680 per child 2-4yrs March | April | May & November 2024
We have listed 2 x child’s prices.
For domestic airlines – a ‘child’ is considered up to 11 yrs old, with 12 yrs old and above considered an ‘adult’. For Saruni accommodation – a ‘child’ is considered up to 16 yrs old.
Included: All-inclusive accommodation (full-board accommodation including soft drinks, beers, house wines and select non-luxury spirits), a family villa (subject to availability), one complimentary Back & Neck massage (30 min.) per room per stay at our Wellbeing Space, limited laundry service, shared day & night game drives in 4×4 vehicles, guided bush walks, bush meals, sundowner & picnic excursions, half a day of Warriors Academy (upon request in advance), local cultural visits transfers, all internal flights and return airstrip transfers, airport assistance, temporary Flying Doctors cover, daily conservation fees, VAT & taxes.
Excluded: Exclusive use of vehicle, premium drinks (champagne, luxury spirits and special wines), additional Wellbeing Space treatments, any payable extra activities, entry fees to local cultural visits, childcare, transport & entry fees to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary in Samburu (bookable in advance), transport & entry fees to the Masai Mara National Reserve in the Mara, gratuities to staff & guides, own private guides & drivers, any payable extra services, anything of a personal nature, international flights & visa fees, late departure fees, and all statutory increases beyond our control.
Saruni Samburu
Saruni Samburu’s six luxury villas are open and spacious, heralding spectacular views over Kenya’s Northern Frontier District and Mount Kenya in the distance. The warm and welcoming hospitality makes for an intimate and exceptional experience. The lodge is revered for its innovative, eco-chic architecture and interesting design and décor, as well as its Italian-inspired cuisine. Guests can enjoy the vast panoramas from the dining and lounge area, the infinity pool and the Samburu Wellbeing Space. Saruni Samburu is the only lodge in Kalama Conservancy, which borders Samburu National Reserve, with 200,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness to explore and enjoy exclusively. You are guided from start to finish by Samburu warriors who are passionate about their land and their culture, learning first-hand about their fascinating customs and traditions and gaining ancient, local knowledge about the land and the animals – a truly authentic experience
Activities and amenities at saruni Samburu: day and night game drives, photographic hide, bush meals, guided walks, birdwatching, Samburu Wellbeing Space treatments (payable extra), picnics, two swimming pools, helicopter excursions (payable extra), Samburu cultural visits (payable extra),Saruni Shop, Reteti Elephant Sanctuary (bookable in advance & payable extra).
Saruni Mara & Saruni Wild
Saruni Mara has one family villa, one private villa and five elegant cottages, and is the only small boutique lodge in the Mara, making it very intimate and exclusive. The beautifully decorated themed rooms have a luxurious and classic safari feel. The lodge is tucked away in a secluded valley in the private Mara North Conservancy, a prime and private game viewing area, which borders the Masai Mara National Reserve – the most renowned wildlife park in Africa. Enjoy the Italian-inspired cuisine and being immersed in nature from your private verandah, the Maasai Wellbeing Space and the open lounge and dining area. Maasai warriors will guide you throughout your stay, sharing their ancient wisdom and local knowledge of the area and the animals, their way of life and their secret corners of the most loved wildlife reserve in Kenya.
Saruni Wild is a tented camp elegantly and comfortably furnished with all the necessary luxuries of a wild yet classic safari. The camp is located in the heart of the Masai Mara plains, on the border between Lemek Conservancy and Mara North Conservancy. Surrounded by tens of thousands acres of pristine, untouched wilderness, the camp has the most classic Masai Mara setting. The wildlife thrive right next to its tents. Enjoy endless views, fire-lit meals under the vast African sky, guided game drives led by Maasai warriors.
Activities and amenities at Mara: day and night game drives, bush meals, guided walks, birdwatching, Maasai Wellbeing Space treatments (payable extra), picnics, library, balloon safaris (payable extra), Saruni Shop.
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