About Saruni Rhino
This unique camp of four 'bandas' (stone cottages) is located in the large and remote Sera Conservancy, in the wild, undiscovered northern frontier of Kenya. Located just over 1.5 hours' drive from our Saruni Samburu lodge in nearby Kalama Conservancy, it is unique not only for the unforgettable, raw beauty of its habitat, but because it serves as the gateway to an extraordinary place: a rhino sanctuary where black and white rhinos have been successfully re-introduced and are guarded by the community.
Perfect For
Adventure
Big 5
Birding
Flora
Gourmet
Hiking
Leisure
Nature
Relaxation
Star Gazing
Wildlife
Wine
Bar
Battery Charging Facilities
Communal Dining
Eco Friendly
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Pool
Restaurant
Secure Parking
Vegetarian
24-hour Security
Airport Shuttle (Complimentary)
Credit Card Facilities
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Meal on Request
Private Vehicle (Available)
On Site
Big 5
Bird Watching
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Game Walks
Gourmet Picnic
Night Drives
Safaris
Walks (Guided)
Off Site
Animal Encounters
Big 5
Bird Watching
Child Friendly Activities
Cultural Tours
Game Drives
Game Viewing
Game Walks
Helicopter Scenic Flights
Rhino Tracking
Rock Climbing
Safaris
Scenic Flights
Walks (Guided)
Saruni Rhino Camp & Black Rhino Tracking in Northern Kenya
Best of Saruni Collection Video
Magical Kenya Signature Experience - ‘Black Rhino Tracking Experience’ at Saruni Rhino
Saruni captures the magic of the remarkable Reteti Elephant Sanctuary.
Black Rhino Tracking in Kenya with Saruni Rhino
Rhino Tracking Training with Saruni Rhino in Sera Conservancy
Actress Rula Lenska on being Saruni Rhino's 1st Guest ever
Holding Steady - On-foot Rhino Tracking with Saruni
Sand grouse at Saruni Rhino
Northern Kenya Through the Lens: A Visual Story of Conservation
Elephants in camp at Saruni Rhino
Elephants at the waterhole in front of Saruni Rhino camp
Samburu: Rescued ‘Baby’ Rhino Returns to the Wild
Accommodation Options
Banda One
Banda One is our larger of the original Kauro bandas, that can sleep 2 adults with extra beds added for children (1 x double and the possibility to add up to 2 additional singles), with a shared, covered outside bathroom and toilet. The room is open plan in style with no room dividers so need to be comfortable with sharing the space. A beautiful private sandy terrace has chairs and tables overlooking the ‘lugga’, the dry river bed.
Banda Two
Banda Two is the smaller of the original Kauro bandas, that can sleep 2 people (1 x double bed). The bathroom and flushable toilet is en-suite within the banda, and has a natural stone shower. A beautiful private sandy terrace has chairs and tables overlooking the ‘lugga’, the dry river bed. A nearby tree bed provides additional relaxation space.
Banda Three - Family Villa
Banda Three is a family double consisting of 2 bedrooms - 1 x queen double and 2 x twin singles (can also accommodate a 3rd single if required on a case by case basis). Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom with flushing toilet and natural stone shower. A shared lounge provides a cool retreat from the spacious, large verandah which also has outside seating & tables and has the best view of the waterhole visited daily by elephants, monkeys, impala, sandgrouse, guinea fowl, kudu – and much, much more. It was built from local stone and has a traditional thatched roof.
Family Banda
Banda 3 - the Family Banda consists of 2 bedrooms - 1 x queen double and 2 x twin singles (can also accommodate a 3rd single if required on a case by case basis). Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom with flushing toilet and natural stone shower. A shared lounge provides a cool retreat from the spacious, large verandah which also has outside seating & tables and has the best view of the waterhole. It was built from local stone and has a traditional thatched roof
Standard Banda
Each Banda can sleep 2 people with an en-suite bathroom that has a flushable toilet and a natural stone shower. A beautiful private sandy terrace has chairs and tables overlooking the ‘lugga’, the dry river bed.
Dining & Cuisine
Swara House
"Tell me what you eat, I'll tell you who you are", famously said gastronome Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. At Saruni 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, especially fish and vegetables. 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. Some options include but are not limited to the usual ‘treats’: pizza, plain pasta or pasta with tomato sauce, chicken or burgers with chips etc.
Standard Room Amenities
Balcony / Deck
Detached Private Bathroom
Dressing Gowns
Electrical Outlets
Fan
Laundry Service (Available)
Laundry Service (Complimentary)
Lounge Area
Mosquito Nets
Outside Shower
Pure Cotton Linen
Shower
Verandah
At a Glance
- 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
- 2025-Saruni-Rhino-factsheet-(2).pdf
- 2024-SBC-Seed-Balls-(1).pdf
- 2024-SBC-ActivitiesListing-Compilation-(1).pdf
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