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Samatian Island Lodge

Lake Baringo Kenya

Samatian Island Camp is set on a private island on Lake Baringo, in the heart of the Great Rift Valley, Samatian offers a unique safari experience in the legendary beauty of this area its detailed information, rates, prices,costs,contact, online booking and reservation all on this page.

Other Lodges within the area are:-Soi Safari Lodge and Lake Baringo Country club

Samatian is a perfect starting point for safaris, and also as a mid-safari break. The neighbouring islands, which are home to a multitude of birds, lizards, hippos and crocodiles, can be visited by boat with our professional guides and ornithological experts. Cultural interaction with the Njemps and Pokot tribes at colourful markets, or at their homesteads on the Northern shores of Lake Baringo, offer a completely different experience. Various watersports are on offer, including wake-boarding, knee-boarding and tubing, as well as canoeing, fishing and water golf. Walking on the Ruko Community Conservancy during the day is a great way to see wildlife and explore the mainland.

Samatian Island Lodge

Children are more than welcome and for our younger guests we have fishing and a fantastic water trampoline. There is also a selection of books and games for children to enjoy.

Also on offer are half day excursions to see thousands of flamingos feeding in Lake Bogoria, an enchanting nearby soda lake; picnic lunches in the Tugen Hills, the largest range within the Great Rift, great birding opportunities as well as day trips to Lake Nakuru National Reserve, famous for its abundance of flamingos and wildlife.

Samatian Island Lodge Rates 2012 Capacity:Lodge 6Pax & Self catering Bandas 10Pax exclusive use Rates are in USD per night
Date	Lodge	SCB(10Pax)
3Jan-28 Feb'12	3456	1152
1Mar-31May'12	3226	960
1-30Jun'12	3456	1152
1Jul-31Oct'12	3974	1440
1Nov-19Dec'12	3226	960
20Dec-2Jan'12	3974	1440
The Lodge rates are for exclusive use by 6 pax while the Self catering Bandas(SCB) rate is for exclusive use by 10 Pax Main Lodge:Extra adult US$ 480:Extra cHild US$ 288: Self Catering Banda:Extra adult US$ 72:Extra cHild US$ 48 Conservancy Fee:Adult US$ 60 Child below 12 US$ 30 per night Rates are Inclusive of:Full Board Accommodation,Sundowner Excursions,Soft drinks, beers, house wines,Selected house spirits,Boat Rides,Guided Bird Walks,Boat transfers from the mainland,Bush breakfast/lunch,Canoeing,Fishing,Swimming Pool:Rates Excludes:Conservation Fees US$60 per adult per night US$30 per child (<12yrs) per night,Champagne and Premium Spirits,Luxury Wines,Lake Bogoria Excursions,Cultural Visits $20 per head ,Helicopter Excursions ,Gratuities,Late Departure $100 per adult / $60 per child Samtian Island Self Catering Banda Includes: Self-catered accommodation Local airstrip transfers and boat transfer to the island Swimming pool and water trampoline Fishing Canoeing Team of staff including chef Laundry Charcoal and wood for heating and cooking EXCLUDED:Conservation Fees: US$ 60 per adult per night & US$ 30 per child (<12 yrs) per night ,Council fees of Kshs 200 per person payable at Barrier on arrival.,Motorised water sports,Masseuse treatments ,Guiding and hosting ,Cultural visits & Lake Bogoria excursions

ACCOMMODATION

Six thatched rooms, two of which are family units, accommodate 12 - 16 guests in rustic luxury. Each room takes advantage of breathtaking views across the bronze waters of Lake Baringo. The dining and sitting rooms overlook a beautiful infinity swimming pool and offer panoramic views of the lake and the rugged Northern Frontier.

Aerial view of Samatian Island Island offers guests the ultimate in relaxation in magical surroundings. Your hosts are always on hand to tailor your days to be as active or relaxed as you wish. For the active, there’s:

Canoeing, jogging or walking along the lakeside to view the prolific bird life.
boat rides to explore the lake and view the resident hippo, crocodile, giant monitor lizards, as well as over 450 species of birds:
You can feed and photograph the fish eagles,
explore this fascinating lake
A visit to Baringo’s hot springs.
Day-trips can be organised to the neighbouring Lake Bogoria,
A visit to the prehistoric site in the Tugen Hills and Kidepo springs
Cultural visits

Samatian has mostly been considered to be a great “mid safari break” destination as it is the perfect place to wind down & relax in the middle or end of a trip.

Owned By: Ross and Caro Withey.

Host: Chris Mahoney and Rachel Loveland.

Climate: Hot and dry

Season: Open all year

Getting There: Samatian Island Lodge,Lake Baringo

By Road: Samatian Island is about a 4-hour drive from Nairobi through The Great Rift Valley.
By Air: A nearby airstrip on the mainland for charter flights.