Samburu Sopa Lodge
Ranked in Best Safari Lodges in Samburu
About
No-frills, thatched-roof cottages in a serene, remote lodge with an outdoor pool & open-air dining.
The staff here — especially Anester, Wesley, and William — make this place. They'll help you spot elephants from your thatched cottage, organize New Year's Eve activities, and check on your car troubles without you asking.
Highlights
- Wheelchair accessible
Google reviews
- Laura H.Google review · 23 Jan 2026
Amazing stay. All the staff so friendly and helpful. William is great and looked after us well! Even helping us to spot the elephant! Great food, environment, rooms, area! LOVED IT HERE!
- Maude W.Google review · 20 Jan 2026
Everything was amazing, the staff was incredibly friendly and very professional... Thank you so much for everything! The lodge was really peaceful and full of animals, perfect to stay in. The reserve was amazing so I think we can say it was paradise. See you soon ❤️
- Lois I.Google review · 11 Jan 2026
What I really liked about Samburu Sopa Lodge was the customer service – it was genuinely very good. Special shout-out to Anester and Wesley, who stood out for their warmth and attentiveness. New Year’s Eve was well planned and entertaining. After dinner, the staff organised fun activities that ran up to midnight, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere. On the night of January 1st, I particularly enjoyed the Samburu dancers. I’ve experienced local dancers before, but something about this performance felt more authentic — honestly, that was the highlight of my trip. Accessibility is also a plus. The road through the park is generally manageable with a standard saloon car. We were a bit anxious before the trip because we wanted a proper road-trip experience without hiring a car or carpooling. Some parts of the road are rough, but if you take your time, it’s doable, you get to enjoy the park along the way, and you arrive safe and sound. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the lodge truly feels like it’s in the middle of nature—you may even spot animals while walking to your room. For safety, there is always an escort provided at night when heading back to the rooms, which I appreciated. Overall, it felt like good value for money and a memorable stay.
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- Laura I.Google review · 30 Dec 2025
We had a fantastic stay at the Samburu Sopa Lodge. The location inside the park is excellent, the accommodation rooms were very comfortable and well equipped, the food across all meals was varied and of good quality. The service was incredibly attentive at all times. We had serious issues with our rental vehicle and Naomi was so wonderful at supporting us and she worked to find a resolution, we are incredibly grateful for this help which went above and beyond anything we have experienced before. Highly recommend staying here.
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- Doris A.Google review · 22 Dec 2025
My fiancé and I had an absolutely wonderful stay in Samburu. We stayed at Samburu Sopa Lodge, which was comfortable, welcoming, and had stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The staff were friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. One of the highlights of our trip was seeing so many incredible animals in their natural habitat ,we spotted elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs and even some rare species! The combination of beautiful scenery, amazing wildlife, and excellent hospitality made our stay truly unforgettable.
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Location
Unnamed street, Kenya
Samburu
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