Kalepo Camp - Matthews Mountain Range - The Classic Safari Company

Luxury tent interior at Kalepo Camp, featuring a spacious bed, natural decor, and views of surrounding acacia trees in the Matthews Mountain Range, Kenya.

Outdoor bathroom area at Kalepo Camp, featuring a rustic wooden vanity with two sinks, surrounded by lush greenery and shaded by a large fabric canopy, set against the backdrop of the Matthews Mountains in Kenya.

Luxury bush camp bathroom with white basins, rustic wooden accents, and greenery, reflecting Kalepo Camp's intimate and natural aesthetic in Kenya's Matthews Mountain Range.

Samburu women and children, showcasing traditional attire and cultural connection, with a backdrop of their village environment in Northern Kenya.

Kalepo Camp dining spread featuring fresh salads, sliced ham, assorted cheeses, and garnishes, set against a rustic wooden table in a luxury bush camp atmosphere.

Luxury dining setup in Kalepo Camp, dry riverbed with flowing water, Matthews Mountain Range in background, sunset sky with clouds.

Luxury tented accommodation at Kalepo Camp, nestled in a grove of acacias with views of the Mathews Mountains, featuring comfortable seating and natural decor.

Luxury tented camp interior at Kalepo Camp, featuring a wooden table with assorted drinks, plush seating, and views of the Mathews Mountains and surrounding greenery in Samburuland, Northern Kenya.

Intimate luxury tented camp at Kalepo, featuring a serene swimming pool, cozy seating area, and dining setup under a canopy, surrounded by lush greenery and views of the Matthews Mountains at dusk.

Two women practicing yoga poses on mats in a serene outdoor setting with a view of mountains in the background, emphasizing wellness and tranquility at Kalepo Camp, Kenya.

Person in safari attire walking with children and a small dog along a dry riverbed in the Matthews Mountain Range, Kenya, showcasing the natural landscape and family-friendly adventure at Kalepo Camp.

Group of people walking in the dry riverbed of Kalepo Camp, surrounded by acacia trees and the Matthews Mountain Range in Kenya, showcasing a bush camp experience.

Luxury spa treatment room in Kalepo Camp, featuring a massage table, ambient lighting, and natural decor, set in a serene bush environment near the Matthews Mountain Range, Kenya.

Samburu people adorned in traditional attire and jewelry, celebrating cultural heritage against the backdrop of the Matthews Mountains in Kenya.

Child observing Samburu warriors in traditional attire during a cultural gathering in Kenya's Mathews Mountain region.

Group of Samburu warriors and children in traditional attire, showcasing cultural heritage and community spirit in a vibrant outdoor setting.

Group of children interacting with local Samburu culture at Kalepo Camp, showcasing community engagement and exploration in the Matthews Mountain Range, Kenya.

Child in traditional attire performing a dance, surrounded by Samburu community members, showcasing cultural heritage in Samburuland, Kenya.

Helicopter flying over a reflective water surface near rocky terrain, showcasing the stunning landscape of Kalepo Camp in the Matthews Mountain Range, Kenya.

Helicopter landing on rocky terrain with travelers near Matthews Mountain Range, Kenya, showcasing the scenic landscape and access to Kalepo Camp.

Elegant spread of afternoon tea at Kalepo Camp, featuring a cake adorned with flowers, assorted sandwiches, and sweet treats, alongside fine china cups and a teapot, set against a backdrop of lush greenery.

Person in traditional attire tending to lush greenery in a garden, highlighting cultural practices and sustainable agriculture in Samburuland, Kenya.

Camp chef preparing a meal over an open fire at Kalepo Camp, Matthews Mountain Range, Kenya, with acacia trees and a dry riverbed in the background.

Caregiver feeding a young elephant with a bottle in a natural setting, highlighting wildlife conservation efforts in Kenya.

Oasis of the North

Kalepo Camp is an intimate tented luxury bush camp, set in a shady grove of acacias on a dry river with sweeping views of the majestic Mathews Mountains. Offered on a private use basis, it offers a true bush-luxury tented camp experience, with exclusive use of 390,000 acres straddling both side of the Matthews Mountains.

Its location sees it nestled quietly in the heart of Samburuland, Northern Kenya, where people and wildlife co-exist as they have done for centuries. From authentic kijijis (Samburu villages) to incredible elephant sightings; from singing wells to soaring mountains; the camp is the perfect location to explore the diversity of Kenya’s north, the last area before entering the wild Turkana country.

The resident Samburu people form the heart and soul of the region; living and interacting with the landscape as they have for millennia. The absolute highlight of your stay is spending time with these incredible people; observing the spectacle of the singing wells, mingling in their villages at dusk or dawn, and experiencing their timeless traditions firsthand.

During your downtime in camp, you can continue to enjoy intimate wildlife encounters at the camp waterhole, at the purpose-built hide, or simply in your tented suit as the plains game ambles by. The tents are beautifully designed and tastefully decorated, all with en-suite facilities fitted with double basins, running water, flush loos and hot showers. Open to the elements, they allow you to shower under the stars or watch the birds while you wash your hair! Soft towels and beautiful high quality linen add to the sense of understated luxury.

With authentic cultural interaction, hiking, visits to the nearby Reteti Elephant Sanctuary and helicopter excursions over the awe-inspiring Turkana landscape all available, Kalepo offers a real break from the ‘norm’ of safari game drives, and a remarkable Kenyan experience that offers a whole new perspective.

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