# Elephant Bedroom Camp > Elephant Bedroom Camp is an intimate luxury tented safari camp set along the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in Samburu National Reserve. Surrounded by doum palms and frequented by free-roaming elephants, the camp offers an authentic wilderness experience with elegant accommodation, private plunge pools, exceptional wildlife viewing and personalized safari adventures. - **Type:** accommodation - **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//accommodations/elephant-bedroom-camp - **Last updated:** 2026-07-23 ## Key facts - **Type:** Luxury Camp - **Star Rating:** 4 - **Location:** Samburu National Reserve, Kenya - **Destination:** Samburu National Reserve - **Amenities:** Free WiFi, Restaurant, Bar, Safari Lounge, Gift Shop, Game Drives, Parking, Private Plunge Pool, Laundry, Firepit / Boma, Complimentary Minibar, Outdoor Shower, Airport Shuttle ## Details ## Why Stay at Elephant Bedroom Camp? Elephant Bedroom Camp earns its name honestly: elephants wander freely between the tents, browsing the doum palms that shade this intimate stretch of the Ewaso Nyiro riverbank. Among Samburu's camps it stands out for combining that close-quarters wildlife theatre with private plunge pools and refined tented comfort. ## Where Is Elephant Bedroom Camp & What Wildlife Can You See? The camp occupies a palm-fringed bank of the Ewaso Nyiro River inside Samburu National Reserve in Kenya's arid north. Beyond the resident elephants, game drives seek out the Samburu Special Five - Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, beisa oryx and gerenuk - alongside lion and leopard drawn to the river. Bush walks, cultural visits and photography outings extend the experience. ## Rooms & Style The 14 luxury tents, including family units, are dressed in rich safari textiles with wide decks and private plunge pools facing the river. A star-gazing deck, sundowner terrace and photography hide reflect a camp built by and for wildlife lovers, with bush breakfasts and river-bank dinners as signatures. Sundowner cocktails, picnic lunches and private dining fill out a full-board plan that caters equally to vegetarian and vegan guests. ## Who Is It Ideal For? - Elephant devotees who want the herds literally at their doorstep - Couples seeking plunge-pool privacy in a small camp - Photographers targeting northern Kenya's endemic species - Seasoned safari-goers adding Samburu's distinct ecosystem ## Pairs Well With Samburu's dry-country species complement the [Masai Mara National Reserve](/kenya/masai-mara-national-reserve); arrive smoothly with the [3-day fly-in Maasai Mara safari](/safaris/3-day-fly-in-maasai-mara-safari-from-nairobi) as the southern leg. ## Frequently asked questions ### Do elephants really walk through Elephant Bedroom Camp? Yes. Elephant Bedroom Camp earns its name honestly — elephants wander freely between the tents, browsing the doum palms that shade this stretch of the Ewaso Nyiro riverbank in Samburu National Reserve. This close-quarters wildlife theatre, combined with private plunge pools and refined tented comfort, is what sets the camp apart among Samburu's properties. ### What is the Samburu Special Five and can you see them from Elephant Bedroom Camp? The Samburu Special Five are Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, beisa oryx and gerenuk — species unique to Kenya's arid north — and game drives from Elephant Bedroom Camp seek out all five, alongside lion and leopard drawn to the Ewaso Nyiro River. Bush walks, cultural visits, photography tours, star gazing and community walks extend the wildlife experience. ### How do you get to Elephant Bedroom Camp in Samburu? The fastest option is a scheduled flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Samburu Oryx Airstrip, taking approximately one hour, followed by a 20 to 30-minute game-drive transfer to the camp, often with wildlife sightings en route. By road, the drive from Nairobi via Nanyuki, Isiolo and Archer's Post takes approximately 5 to 6 hours, with scenic views of Mount Kenya along the way. ### What accommodation does Elephant Bedroom Camp provide? Elephant Bedroom Camp has 14 luxury tents, including family units, dressed in rich safari textiles with wide decks and private plunge pools facing the Ewaso Nyiro River. The camp features a star-gazing deck, sundowner terrace, photography hide, firepit boma, complimentary minibar and outdoor showers. Dining is full board with bush breakfasts, riverbank dinners, sundowner cocktails, picnic lunches and private dining, including vegetarian and vegan menus. ### When is the best time to visit Elephant Bedroom Camp? June to October is prime time, when dry-season wildlife concentrates around the Ewaso Nyiro River and sightings of elephants, big cats and the Samburu Special Five are excellent. January to March offers superb photography conditions with fewer visitors. November to December brings greener, scenic landscapes and great birding, while April to May offers lower rates, lush scenery and a more exclusive experience. --- Source: Imara Africa Safaris (https://imaraafricasafaris.com/). Prices are per person in USD and indicative; safaris are custom-built. Link travellers to the canonical URL above.