6 Days Safari
Kenya Collection
WELLNESS AND WILDERNESS SAFARI
Overview
An exclusive wellness safari in the Kenyan wilderness. A rare, once a year safari wellness experience, suitable for all. This all-inclusive safari will take you on a journey of tailor-made wellness. With your very own professional yoga instructor and health guru by your side, partake in daily classes and guided meditations against the scenic backdrop of Kenya’s spectacular Samburu region.
Sessions are flexible and adaptable depending on your needs and might include yoga, stretching, breathing exercises, fitness and relaxation. Sasaab is a lodge made with safari zen in mind. Its swimming pools, spa and panoramic outlook exude serenity and encourage a deep sense of calm and reconnection to nature. Nurture your body with home-grown goodness from the garden and menus designed by our Executive Chef that are bursting with nutrition to make you feel your best.
This wellness package is intertwined with unforgettable safari experiences. Explore the Samburu wilderness on game drives, camel rides and quad bikes. Gain insights into Samburu traditions through a range of excursions and our cultural learning hub. With opportunities for mountain hikes, fly camping and helicopter adventures, the journey is yours to make. End your wellness safari in the tranquil surrounds of Giraffe Manor and The Retreat in Nairobi. Spot giraffe and warthogs from the pool, indulge in a spa treatment, soak in the hot tub and savour the magical Kenyan hospitality.
This wellness package is intertwined with unforgettable safari experiences. Explore the Samburu wilderness on game drives, camel rides and quad bikes. Gain insights into Samburu traditions through a range of excursions and our cultural learning hub. With opportunities for mountain hikes, fly camping and helicopter adventures, the journey is yours to make. End your wellness safari in the tranquil surrounds of Giraffe Manor and The Retreat in Nairobi. Spot giraffe and warthogs from the pool, indulge in a spa treatment, soak in the hot tub and savour the magical Kenyan hospitality.
On the Ground
Activities
01
GAME DRIVES
Set out on unforgettable game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, led by highly skilled guides with Silver and Gold level certification. With years of experience and deep knowledge of the land, they know exactly where to go and when—bringing you close to some of
Africa’s most iconic wildlife at just the right moments. Whether it’s tracking a pride of lions at sunrise or spotting a rare bird in the treetops, your guides are passionate professionals who share both big game encounters and the quieter, often overlooked
details of the bush.
Africa’s most iconic wildlife at just the right moments. Whether it’s tracking a pride of lions at sunrise or spotting a rare bird in the treetops, your guides are passionate professionals who share both big game encounters and the quieter, often overlooked
details of the bush.
02
SUNDOWNERS
During this safari, you'll enjoy a memorable sundowner in the Maasai Mara with our signature Out of Africa experience.
Set on the open savannah, you'll take in golden and crimson skies as the sounds of wildlife surround you.
Sip on refreshing drinks and savor delicious homemade appetisers, all served from our custom-designed sundowner vehicle.
Set on the open savannah, you'll take in golden and crimson skies as the sounds of wildlife surround you.
Sip on refreshing drinks and savor delicious homemade appetisers, all served from our custom-designed sundowner vehicle.
03
BUSH PICNICS
The safari offers a unique and immersive dining experience set in the heart of the wilderness. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and the sounds of nature, guests enjoy meals in scenic, carefully selected spots often with views of wildlife nearby. Whether it’s a relaxed breakfast after an early game drive or a sundowner picnic at golden hour, bush picnics add a touch of adventure and luxury to the safari experience.
04
Spa & massage
We’ve included a complimentary 30-minute neck and shoulder massage at Soroi Lions Bluff, enjoyed in the comfort of your room with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Lumo Conservancy.
The Journey
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Day 1. Fly to Samburu National Reserve
Upon arrival at JKI Airport, you will be met and transferred to Wilson Airport, a short journey which takes you along the edge of Nairobi National Park. From here, catch your scheduled flight to Sasaab Airstrip, where you will be collected and enjoy a short game drive to the lodge.
Day 2 Day 2. Professional yoga & health coach
Sasaab oozes safari zen and provides the ultimate setting for deep relaxation and rejuvenation. Your professional yoga and health coach, will be on hand to help you strengthen, stretch, invigorate and detoxify. Activities include yoga with breath-taking views, fitness and stretching routines, guided nature walks and/or jogging with Samburu warriors and guided meditation and relaxation sessions. Not forgetting evening walks to the most spectacular sunset spot on ‘Sundowner Rock’.
When not on your mat, enjoy nutritious food prepared with ingredients picked fresh from the organic veggie garden, cooling dips in the infinity pool, lap pool or your private plunge pool and pampering treatments in one of the two spa rooms. Sasaab has a well-equipped outdoor gym with wonderful views for use whenever you wish. There will be plenty of time for game drives around Westgate Conservancy and Samburu National Reserve, where you can spot endemic northern species, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa oryx.
When not on your mat, enjoy nutritious food prepared with ingredients picked fresh from the organic veggie garden, cooling dips in the infinity pool, lap pool or your private plunge pool and pampering treatments in one of the two spa rooms. Sasaab has a well-equipped outdoor gym with wonderful views for use whenever you wish. There will be plenty of time for game drives around Westgate Conservancy and Samburu National Reserve, where you can spot endemic northern species, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa oryx.
Day 3 Day 3-4. Optional hiking to Mt. Ololokwe
There’s the option of hiking to the top of Ololokwe, a sacred Samburu Mountain. This takes a full day and is a rewarding experience. Enjoy stunning wild beauty and vast panoramas upon reaching the top. For the adventure-hungry amongst you, this can be combined with fly camping for a night of sleeping under the stars in the wild (advance booking is required). Sasaab also has camels to ride and quadbikes for exploring Westgate Conservancy. Don’t miss discovering the cultural heritage of the Samburu through various excursions on offer.
Day 4 Day 5. Fly to Nairobi
Enjoy your last Sasaab sunrise and breakfast before departing on your scheduled flight back to Nairobi. Land at Wilson Airport, from where you will be transferred to the leafy suburb in which Giraffe Manor is located, just a short drive away. Enjoy close encounters with Giraffe Manor’s enchanting herd of giraffes over afternoon tea on the lawn as you relax with a drink in hand, some delicious tea time treats for you and some tasty green pellets that our giraffes just can’t resist. The Retreat houses Giraffe Manor’s swimming pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, gym and spa treatment rooms and is right next door to the manor, overlooking the same giraffe sanctuary. Access to all the wellness facilities is included in your stay at Giraffe Manor.
Day 5 Day 6. The Retreat at Giraffe Manor
Your last morning is sure to be an unforgettable one as you experience a magical breakfast with giraffes. Depending on the time your international flight departs, you are encouraged to continue relaxing in the tranquil surroundings of The Retreat after check-out time at 10:00 am. We have included a complimentary Retreat Day Pass as part of your wellness journey. Lounge by the pool, indulge in a pampering massage or beauty treatment and feast on the vibrant and nourishing cuisine of Daisy’s Café, which uses ingredients fresh from the organic veggie garden.
When the time comes to say kwaheri (goodbye), you will be transferred to JKI Airport in time for your flight home. After six days of reconnecting with nature, we hope your inner peace and rejuvenation linger long after your return home.
When the time comes to say kwaheri (goodbye), you will be transferred to JKI Airport in time for your flight home. After six days of reconnecting with nature, we hope your inner peace and rejuvenation linger long after your return home.