Joy's Camp

An elegant oasis in the arid lands of Samburu, Joy’s Camp is built on the site of Joy Adamson’s tented home in Shaba National Reserve. The site was also home to Penny the leopard, the heroine of her last book.

The camp overlooks a large natural spring where elephant and lion jostle for watering rights with herds of buffalo and the rare desert species of Beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra.

Game drives depart morning and afternoon search of wildlfe, offering guests a thrilling safari experience.

Other activities include bush breakfasts, sundowners and cultural visits. Alternatively, guests can chose to relax around the camp's swimming pool.

The cuisine at Joy’s Camp is traditional Northern Italian food,all prepared from the Cheli family cook book.

Each of the 10 sumptuous tents is uniquely decorated with Boran / Somali cloth design, handmade glass and the vibrant fabrics of the local nomadic tribes creating a chic, sophisticated and stylish camp.

Each tent has breathtaking views of the surrounding hills, with its own private veranda - ideal for game viewing as well as relaxing, reading and soaking up the truly wild environs offered by Shaba.