Escape to a serene riverside retreat where wellness meets adventure. Rejuvenate by the pool or treat yourself to an al fresco dinner under starry skies.
Riverfront bliss awaits at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge, where you can indulge in a free breakfast buffet and unwind with spa services like massages or aromatherapy. Enjoy al fresco dining, take a dip in the outdoor pool, or explore the garden and gift shop - all while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Located in Archers Post, Sarova Shaba Game Lodge is in a national park and on a river. Samburu National Reserve Uaso Gate and Koitigor Hill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shaba National Reserve - Natorbi Ogura Gate and Buffalo Springs National Reserve. Discover the area's wildlife on a nearby safari, or try your luck with game drives and game viewing. Visit our Archers Post travel guide
Shaba National Reserve, Off A2 Road, Archers Post, 00200
What's nearby
Shaba National Reserve - Natorbi Ogura Gate
5 min drive - 2.6 km
Sera Community Conservancy
10 min drive - 5.1 km
Buffalo Springs National Reserve
22 min drive - 12.3 km
Samburu National Reserve Uaso Gate
47 min drive - 25.3 km
Getting around
Samburu (UAS-Buffalo Spring)
93 min drive
Restaurants
Manmanet Lounge
19 min drive
Restoran Fathima FFC
26 min drive
umoja campsite
17 min drive
Mannmanet Restaurant & Choma
19 min drive
Samburu Northern Springs Restaurant
20 min drive
About this property
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
Luxury lodge by the river
At Sarova Shaba Game Lodge, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a garden and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments. The on-site restaurant, Surpelei, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
A safari, 1 meeting room and a front desk safe
A vegetable garden, massage treatment rooms and a banquet hall
Room features
All 85 rooms offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers
Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and ceiling fans
Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Carraluma Poolside Bar
Chemi Chemi
Surpelei
Things to do
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
Safari
Family friendly
Children's pool
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
On a river
Picnic area
Pool umbrellas
Vegetable garden
Spa
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Spa treatment rooms
Swedish massages
Accessibility
Area rugs in room
No lift
Smooth flooring in room
More
2 floors
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Comprehensive food waste policy
Designated smoking areas
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Mosquito nets
No plastic drinking straws
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Free cot
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
Room service
More
Access via exterior corridors
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Game drives are not included in the room rate. Game drives can be booked in advance of arrival (surcharge) by contacting the property using the number provided on the booking confirmation email.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Additional fee: USD 70 per person, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
This property is located in Shaba National Reserve. The additional mandatory fee covers entrance to the park.
Optional extras
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sarova Shaba Game Lodge have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge on 9 Mar 2026 start from RM293, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Sarova Shaba Game Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge?
Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Sarova Shaba Game Lodge located?
Situated on a river, this luxury lodge is steps from Sera Community Conservancy and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Shaba National Reserve - Natorbi Ogura Gate. Buffalo Springs National Reserve is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) away.
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Reviews
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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The rooms need a TV and at least an extra TV for sports. It’s beautiful though and very relaxing.
Immaculate
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
William Joseph
22 Aug 2024
The Sarova Corp and Expedia, Posted that we had to pay $140 US upon arrival by credit card, NOT CASH. At the gate to the Park, we were told that we had to pay $140 per day in cash for our stay at hotel in Park. Including day of our arrival after Park hours!
We had no US dollars in cash, so they let us go to hotel to get money. The Shaba lodge had no dollars and could not give cash of any kind for credit card withdraw.
So we spent the second day negotiating and reception called a bank in distant village to see if they would let us use their atm to get $600 USA
in Kenya Shillings. We spent day getting Shillings going twice on a dangerous gully filled dirt track for 10 kilometers! Not a road!
Your Expedia Insurance with Allianz would not cover the Money lost by theft,
as it did not fit in trip interruption guidelines.
I said it was theft by misrepresentation but they did not listen. They sent me a refusal. Thus more time and money wasted.
The staff were brilliant - a lot of attention to detail. Great food - so much variety you will definitely find something you will like. They cater for all dietary requirements. Surrounding areas perfect for game drives. Serene and peaceful environment. Great choice!
The hotel is quiet and clean, the service everywhere is superb, the staff are friendly and helpful, the food is great and there;'s lots of it, and the setting is heavenly -- right on the Wasa River, surrounded by animals, with an electric fence to keep out the crocodiles resting in the river bed. Monkeys and baboons are regular visitors. All in all a great place.
It’s a wonderful hotel in a park which makes for a special stay. Staff is super friendly and helpful. We stayed in a suite which was fine but not necessarily worth the extra amount. Food at all meals was very good and the hotel has a lovely pool. We did a game drive which we arranged through the hotel and this was very special. Wilson was our guide and he is amazing!!! He is so knowledgeable and really elevated the entire drive with his facts and experience.
Make sure to bring loads of cash as the entrance fee to get in to the park cannot be paid by card. Something we were not aware of and that made the arrival rather stressful.
Paradise on earth tucked away. A wonderful feel as soon as you enter the property. Staff are wxceptionally warm and well trained. Have a "Can do" attitude with great efficiency. Property is beautifully done, and unpretentious. Food, though a buffet was delicious... Hubby went back more at every meal. There are Rangers on site to take you out on hiking safaris or game drives. Would loved ro have stayed longer to explore the area more. Did miss having a running track or a gym though :).
We drive down, but there is also a little airstrip next to the property. Will give that a go the next time.
Adesh the ranger who took us walking was extremely knowledgeable. David who Took us on a game drive was also excellent.
Bravo to all the team ! Until next time
Rima and Flemming
First visited here 30 years ago and while there is no great evidence of much in the way of refurbishments the facilities are still well enough maintained. Bathrooms might be updated by still passable. But a well designed lodge with a great location on the river bank.
We loved our stay. The location is excellent, by the river, inside the park, but well protected with electric fencing. When we checked in late @ 6-30 pm, there was only one room left, not so good one. The toiletries were missing, the electronic safe was not working (required battery change), there was drinking water provided, only one towel, and likes of that. Worst of all there was no phone in the room. So as we discovered each of the missing things, we really had to walk back to the reception to ask. But they provided everything later. So ultimately it was fine. The food was good, since the chef took special care of us offering us special dishes.