Umoja Campsite sitting on a 14-acre land along Waso River is an economic enterprise of Umoja Uaso Women Group bolstering its economic situation by accruing from the tourism business. It is established with 12 self-contained cottages that can accommodate 30 pax, commodious camping space for an unlimited number of people, bar and restaurant, ample parking, and a well-equipped kitchen. A good deal of budget-friendly rates are offered; it is 1.1 KMS from Archer's Town/Isiolo-Marsabit tarmac highway.

Umoja Campsite Ariel View

UMOJA CAMP ENVIRONMENT

The campsite section of Umoja, sits on a 14-acre land along the famous Ewaso Ng'iro River; the opposite side of the River is Buffalo Springs National Reserve. Samburu National Reserve Main Gate is just a stone-throw 2KMS away. The camp area is unique in the dry-lands landscape; covered with thick naturally growing indigenous evergreen bush along its property offering a perfect hideout for holiday reconnecting with nature. Cottages are individually tucked within pockets in the bush maximizing privacy unit-by-unit; likewise to camping spaces. This surrounding coupled with the river are the strengths that the camp stands on. In Umoja Campsite open view, you can sight movement of wildlife at a distance in Buffalo Springs National Reserve. The camp is connected to National Grid Power and operates its own borehole ensuring an adequate supply of water.

RESTAURANT, BAR AND THE VIEW

The reception functions round the clock. Either you want to have a meal, relax, or arrange a business meeting; you may do this at the restaurant.

Recreation in the river bed
Umbrella Shade
Open View
Blazing Bonfire
Ample Parking
The camp is connected to National Grid Power supply

ACCOMMODATION - COTTAGES AND CAMPING

12 self-contained and well-serviced cottages are available that can host a maximum of 30 pax. The camping ground is commodious and can host an unlimited number of people. The cottages are in the shape of round and cubbed bandas. We have the following categories of beds arrangement:-

1. Single Banda (1 pax)

2. Double Banda (2 pax)

3. Family Banda (7 pax)

A third bed can be added to double banda with special arrangements with management.

GAME DRIVE AND OTHER RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Samburu is teeming with wildlife. You will be treated to Amazing Samburu Special Five; Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe, Somali Ostrich, Grevy's Zebra, the Gerenuk and much more . . . Special Five are found in Northern parts of Equator and majorly, in Samburu

Gerenuk - Member of Samburu Special Five
Somali Ostrich - Member of Samburu Special Five
Beisa Oryx - Member of Samburu Special Five
Reticulated Giraffe - Member of Samburu Special Five
Grevy's Zebra - Member of Samburu Special Five
Elephants crossing the river from Buffalo Springs National Reserve to Samburu National Reserve
Samburu National Reserve Main Gate
Game drive in Samburu National Reserve
The camp hires game vehicle
Lions in Samburu National Reserve
Leopard in Samburu National Reserve

CULTURE AND OTHER ACTIVITIES

Diversification of the country's tourism product from wildlife and beach-based attractions to include diverse aspects of Kenya peoples' culture. Ways of life, customs, religion, art, and handcrafts, among others is key to expand a guest's understanding of local setup with nature. Umoja Camp offers an option to visit Umoja Uaso Women Group cultural village where the ladies reside depending largely on village guests' visit. The village is walking distance adjacent to the camp.

RATES

The following are our rates in the Year 2023-24 going forward in KES:

1. Single Bed Full Board 5,000/-, Half Board 4,000/-

2. Meals

a. Breakfast 500/- PP

b. Lunch/Dinner 1,000/- PP

c. Beer 500ML 280/-

d. Can Beer 500ML 300/-

e. Soda 300ML 100/-

f. Water 1L 100/-

3. Game Vehicle

a. Half Day $100

b. Full Day $200

4. Village Entry 1,000/- PP

5. Bonfire 1,000/- per group; cultural dance 500/- per dancer

OTHER ACTIVITIES

Other suggested activities whilst staying in the camp can be like:-

1. Mountain hiking in Ololokwe (18 KMS away on tarmac highway)

2. Nature walk

3. Reteti Elephants Sanctuary visit (91 KMS, 68 KMS on the tarmac, and 23 KMS on the loose surface road)

4. Sera Rhino Sanctuary Visit (about 130 KMS all on the loose surface road)

5. Team Building

6. Volunteering in Umoja Academy

7. Volunteering in Umoja Uaso Women Group village e.g. huts repair, fetching wood fuel, herding goats.

River - Sunrise at Umoja Campsite
Umoja Campsite River front
Samburu Moran
River along
Dry season
Rainy day
Elephants crossing river from Buffalo Springs National Reserve to Samburu National Reserve

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Umoja Campsite

E-Mail: witowetu@gmail.com

Mob No.: +254(0) 721 659 717, +254(0) 724 344 490

Website: http://umojawomen.or.ke

Write us an E-mail on the form provided. Once your notification of booking is confirmed on E-mail, you will be required to pay 50% in advance to secure your booking.

We take this amazing opportunity to be here with us and we would like to say a goodbye wishing to see you Cheers!!!

About Umoja Uaso Women Group

In 1990, 15 women formed and registered the Umoja Uaso Women's Group with the then Ministry of Culture, Heritage and Social Services to address these issues. They started by selling beadwork and other goods. After facing threats from men jealous of their success, the members decided to found a women-only village and reside together.

Where women rule . . .