Sarara Gatherings

Join us for a meaningful and inspiring holiday adventure with fellow changemakers from around the globe.

In Samburu, Sarara means “meeting point” – and true to its name, these tailormade gatherings invite old and new friends to come together in one of the world’s most breathtaking wild places.

More than just a journey, each Gathering is an experience in connection: to nature, to community, to ideas that matter. Whether you’re joining as a family, bringing a friend, or returning solo, you’ll be welcomed into a vibrant circle of people who care deeply – about wildlife, about Indigenous wisdom, about the future of our planet. With meaningful conversation, shared adventure, and time to simply be, Sarara Gatherings are celebrations of purpose and place.

Festive Footprints

A joyful safari for every generation.

GATHERING

Family-friendly African safari with Sarara in Northern Kenya

12-18 December 2025

6 Nights
Only 16 spots available

BOOK YOUR SPOT OR ENQUIRE
Email daisy@sarara.co

HIGHLIGHTS

Game drives to spot giraffe, big cats, endangered Grévy’s zebra, kudu, and more
Evenings around crackling campfires with conservation leaders from Kenya and beyond
Festive candlelit dinners and fireside hot cocoa under the stars
Meeting the adorable orphans at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
Thrilling adventure activities to immerse children in the wonders of the wilderness
Authentic connections with the Indigenous Samburu, including meeting the inspiring Milk Mamas who supply Reteti with fresh goat milk every day
Unforgettable sunsets – with G&Ts – and falling asleep under Africa’s starlit skies

This December, you’re invited to swap sleigh bells for elephant trumpets and step into a truly meaningful holiday adventure. Join us in Northern Kenya for a week filled with golden sunsets, conservation encounters, festive gatherings, and inspiring conversations with changemakers – designed for all ages, from curious little ones to adventure-seeking teens, and nature-loving grandparents.

Hosted across three iconic eco-retreats – Sarara Camp, Reteti House, and Sarara Wilderness – this journey through Namunyak Community Conservancy offers rich wildlife encounters and the rare chance to experience Indigenous-led conservation in action.

3 NIGHTS

Sarara Camp, nestled at the base of the Mathews Range, offers sweeping views, deep connection to nature, and warm Samburu hospitality.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Game drives to spot giraffe, endangered Grévy’s zebra, kudu, and more
- Evenings around crackling campfires with conservation leaders from Kenya and beyond
- Festive candlelit dinners and fireside hot cocoa under the stars
- A guided walk with our grazing team to learn about rangeland restoration
- Refreshing swims in the camp’s pool while marvelling at the magnificent wildlife in the waterhole below
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
Kids: Child in the Wild Montessori-inspired playtime, tracking and learning to ID wildlife, Ranger-for-a-day experience
Adults: Quiet coffees on the veranda, insightful chats with changemakers, time to reconnect in nature
Read more about Sarara Camp
2 NIGHTS
Perched on a picturesque cliffside near the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, Reteti House offers exclusive access to one of Africa’s most inspiring wildlife stories.

HIGHLIGHTS
- Behind-the-scenes elephant feedings and keeper-led tours at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
- Hands-on learning at the Reteti Visitor Centre: animal tracking tech, rewilding science, Samburu-led storytelling
- Visiting a Milk Mamas cooperative and learning about goat milk soap-making
- Sunset bush drives with G&Ts for the grown-ups, hot chocolate for the kids
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

Kids: Elephant crafts, nature scavenger hunts, storytelling with Samburu Elders

Read more about Reteti House
1 NIGHT
Set in one of Africa's last true wilderness areas, this exclusive mobile tented camp immerses guests in a tailormade adventure in the heart of the bush.
Perfect for families wanting to see the big cats.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Tailormade early morning hikes for pint-sized adventurers along the Ewasa Nyro River to discover the region’s unique biodiversity – and track animal activity
- Thrilling game drives in both Samburu and Buffalo Springs
- Wildlife Reserves to see big cats like lion, leopard, cheetah and perhaps even elusive caracals!
- Spotting mega-crocs lazing on riverbeds
The thrill of falling asleep under canvas and dining under the stars – with warm bucket showers, just like adventurers of centuries past!
Read more about Sarara Wilderness

ITINERARY

A place where everyone can thrive – Thoughtfully designed to engage toddlers, teens, parents and grandparents alike
Purpose-driven and joy-filled – Your holiday directly supports The Sarara Foundation’s Indigenous-led conservation work
Wild beauty meets holiday warmth – Safari drives, storytelling circles, and tree-decorating by lantern light
Global ideas, local impact – Conversations with conservation leaders from around the world who are shaping the future
- Accommodation includes all meals and beverages
- Fresh, healthy meals prepared to meet every dietary need, showcasing regional produce blended with Samburu flair
- Fully stocked bars with soft drinks, local beers and non-premium wines and spirits
- All transfers between lodges and camps included in itinerary
- All activities mentioned
- Reteti Elephant Sanctuary visit
- Laundry services
- Local airstrip transfers (Namunyak and Buffalo Springs airstrips)
- Starlink WiFi in communal areas
- Rescue medevac cover
- Daily conservation fees

One of the largest herds of the endangered Reticulated Giraffe

Festive Footprints

FAMILY WEEK
6 Nights | 12-18 December 2025
Sarara Camp, Reteti House, & Sarara Wilderness

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