About Saruni Rhino
This intimate camp of four bandas (stone cottages with thatched roofs) lies in the vast, remote Sera Community Conservancy, in the wild, undiscovered northern frontier of Kenya. Just over 90 minutes’ drive from Saruni Samburu in neighbouring Kalama Conservancy, it is remarkable not only for the raw beauty of its setting, but because it is the gateway to an extraordinary place: a community-protected sanctuary that is home to 27 black rhino and five white rhino.
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Accommodation Options
Banda One
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Banda One is the largest of the original Kauro bandas, comfortably sleeping two adults with the option to add up to two single beds for children. Open plan in design with no room dividers, it is best suited to guests who are comfortable sharing the space; a family travelling together, or a couple who want room to breathe.
A covered outdoor bathroom and toilet sit just outside, and a private sandy terrace with chairs and tables looks directly out over the 'lugga,' the dry riverbed that draws wildlife to the valley below. It is the kind of view that makes it very difficult to leave your seat.
Banda Two
Banda Two is the more intimate of the original Kauro bandas. A private retreat for two, with a double bed, an en-suite natural stone shower, and a flushing toilet tucked within the banda itself.
Outside, a sandy terrace with chairs and tables looks out over the *lugga,* the dry riverbed that draws wildlife through the valley at every hour. A tree bed nearby offers a different kind of stillness; somewhere to lie back, look up, and let the afternoon pass at its own pace.
Family Banda
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Banda 3 is our Family Banda. A two-bedroom retreat built from local stone beneath a traditional thatched roof, designed for families or small groups who want space without sacrificing intimacy.
One bedroom carries a queen double, the other two twin singles, with the flexibility to add a third single on a case by case basis. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom with a flushing toilet and natural stone shower.
A shared lounge connects the two rooms and offers a cool retreat from the heat of the day. Beyond it, a spacious verandah with outdoor seating opens onto what is arguably the best view of the waterhole in camp. Sit long enough and the wildlife will come to you.
Standard Banda
Each banda sleeps two, with an en-suite natural stone shower and flushing toilet. Outside, a private sandy terrace with chairs and tables looks directly over the *lugga,* the dry riverbed where wildlife moves through at every hour of the day. It is the kind of view you will find yourself returning to long after breakfast is finished..
Dining & Cuisine
Swara House
"Tell me what you eat, I'll tell you who you are", famously said gastronome Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. At Saruni Basecamp we believe in the importance of good, healthy and tasty meals. Our cuisine has a strong Italian flavor but we also love to experiment with the great ingredients that are found in Kenya. We easily accommodate vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free (you name it) and guests who have special requests. Food can be tailored to suit children’s requirements and earlier meal times can be arranged where necessary.
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At a Glance
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Rating:
★★★★★
- Rooms: 4
- Check In: 11:00
- Check Out: 10:00
- Languages: English, Swahili
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Downloads
Fact Sheet
- 2024-SBC-Singing-Wells-(1).pdf
- 2024-SBC-Reteti-Elephant-Sanctuary-(1).pdf
- 2025-SBC-Magical-Kenya-Signature-Experiences-(1).pdf
- 2024-SBC-Northern-Express-(1).pdf
- 2025-SBC-ActivitiesListing-Samburu-(1).pdf
- 2025-SBC-Saruni-Rhino-Packing-for-Tracking-(1).pdf
- 2025-SBC-ReasonsToVisit-SaruniRhino-(1).pdf
- 2024-SBC-Saruni-Rhino-(1).pdf
- 2025-SBC-Property-Description-Saruni-Rhino.pdf
- 2024-SBC-Seed-Balls-(1).pdf
- 2024-SBC-ActivitiesListing-Compilation-(1).pdf
- 2026-Saruni-Rhino-factsheet.pdf
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