Yes. The camp’s riverside position means elephant herds regularly pass through or near the camp, particularly in the early mornings and evenings. This is managed safely by the camp’s team.

Elephant Bedroom Camp sits on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River within the Samburu National Reserve in northern Kenya, approximately five hours by road from Nairobi. The riverside setting is central to the camp’s character, with breakfast and lunch served outdoors under the shade of trees along the riverbank, and wildlife moving through the surrounding landscape throughout the day. For honeymooners seeking something distinct from the southern safari circuits, Samburu’s semi-arid terrain and unique northern species make it one of Kenya’s most rewarding destinations.

By air, scheduled flights operate from Nairobi to Kalama, Oryx, or Buffalo Airstrip twice daily with Safarilink and Air Kenya, followed by a 30 to 60-minute game drive transfer to camp. By road, the journey from Nairobi takes approximately five hours. Africa Bed of Roses Safaris arranges all flight bookings and camp transfers as part of your honeymoon package so the journey from Nairobi to the riverbank is fully handled.

The camp has twelve spacious insect-proof bedroom tents, each with a private veranda overlooking the Ewaso Nyiro River. Every tent has a private plunge pool on the deck, en-suite bathroom with double wash basins, hot and cold running water, a flushing toilet, and a rainfall shower. Interiors carry rustic and colourful African decor with all modern comforts, including electricity and complimentary herbal shower and bath products. For honeymooners, the private plunge pool and river-facing veranda of each tent make the accommodation feel genuinely secluded regardless of where the camp’s other guests happen to be.

June through October is the strongest period for game viewing, as the dry season draws animals to permanent water sources along the Ewaso Nyiro River. The Samburu Special Five, which are Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx, are most reliably visible during this period, alongside large elephant herds, lion, cheetah, and leopard. January and February offer good wildlife viewing as the short dry season progresses, with abundant birdlife and fewer crowds. The long rains from March through May bring dramatic green landscapes, calving season sightings, and a more intimate atmosphere. November and December see the arrival of migratory birds and occasional dramatic skies that produce excellent photographic conditions.

Day and night game drives through the Samburu National Reserve are led by accredited guides in open 4WD vehicles carrying a maximum of six guests, which keeps the experience intimate. Bush breakfasts, bush dinners, picnic lunches in the field, and sundowners at scenic locations along the river extend the safari experience beyond the vehicle. Guided bush walks explore the reserve on foot with commentary on flora, fauna, and traditional plant use by the Samburu people. Cultural visits to local Samburu villages are led by local guides and cover customs, daily life, and traditions. Lectures on Samburu culture and the reserve’s ecosystem are given by the camp’s resident naturalist, and evening entertainment by local Samburu warriors in traditional attire adds a memorable cultural dimension to the stay.

Breakfast and lunch are served al fresco on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River under the shade of trees, weather permitting. Dinner is a four-course affair served in the main dining area or privately on a guest tent veranda or under the stars for couples who prefer a more intimate setting. The kitchen uses fresh and locally sourced ingredients throughout, and the bar carries wines, spirits, cocktails, and soft drinks. All dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free are accommodated with advance notice.

Yes, and the riverside setting lends itself naturally to a romantic stay. The camp’s honeymoon package includes flowers, chocolates, and champagne on arrival, private dinners on the tent veranda or under the stars, and special activities such as guided walks or private game drives tailored to the couple. Couples massage at the spa and afternoon relaxation by the pool round out the quieter hours between drives. Africa Bed of Roses Safaris coordinates all honeymoon-specific arrangements with the camp team ahead of arrival so that the personal touches are in place from the moment you check in.