LOCATION
Shaba National Reserve
Map of Samburu
ACCOMMODATION
10 spacious en-suite tents - 7 doubles and 3 twin tents
All tents can fit two extra beds, to accommodate
children under the age of 16 only. Maximum is 5 extra
beds in camp at any one time
DESCRIPTION
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 10 chic
canvas bedrooms have breathtaking views of the
surrounding hills. 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.
Each sumptuous tent 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 its own private veranda,
ideal for game viewing as well as relaxing, reading and
soaking up the truly wild environs offered by Shaba. The
eastern corner of the Samburu eco-system, Shaba is a
secluded idyll; an arid landscape dotted with lush
springs and rocky river gorges. Joy’s Camp is the
perfect choice for discerning guests interested in a
glimpse of Kenyan history, as well as those looking for
an authentic wildlife experience combined with the
comfort of a luxury-tented camp. Joy’s Camp, “Forever
Free”!
UNIQUE SELLING POINTS
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Game viewing in camp –
The verdant oasis watering hole in front of camp is
a magnet for herds of elephant,
buffalo, waterbuck, and several guests have been
fortunate enough to witness cheetah and lion hunts
from their tents!
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Style – the chic
“Borana” design with clean lines, contemporary
architectural details and vibrant fabrics has made
this new camp a must with “style aficionados”!
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History – the very
site where Joy Adamson lived with her animals until
her death in the mid 80’s. Here she re-introduced Penny the Leopard to the wild and wrote
her last book, “Queen of Shaba”. The camp
incorporates a small museum of Joy Adamson
memorabilia, kindly loaned by the “Elsa Trust”.
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Location – There are
only two lodges in Shaba National Reserve, which is
part of the Samburu eco-system. Joys
Camp is the only camp that game drives within Shaba
(the other lodge game drives in Samburu), so it has
the whole reserve to itself. Shaba is the up-market
alternative to Samburu Reserve.
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Highly qualified
guides – all of the Joy’s Camp guides have the
impressive Silver Level KPSGA qualification.
ACTIVITIES
Daytime Game Drives, Guided Bush Walks, Bush Breakfasts
along Ewaso Nyiro River and Gorge, Sundowners, Cultural
Visits to a Boran Village, Swimming pool, Massage, Shop
/ Joy Adamson Museum, Trips to Magado Crater Singing
wells.
RATES:
*1PARK TICKETS - Shaba National
Reserve park tickets ;NOT INCLUDED ON INVOICE, Purchase directly
from KATO - this policy is currently under review. Please
contact reservations@chelipeacock.co.ke for more information
*2 PM departures: Each guest is charged 25% of the per person
rate for departures after 12h00
HOW TO GET THERE Flying
Chaffa airstrip is 15 minutes drive from camp
- Twice daily scheduled Safarilink flight departing
Nairobi Wilson at 08h00 and 10h20.
- Once daily scheduled Air Kenya flight to Nanyuki
departing Nairobi Wilson at 09h15 – connect with private
charter.
- Private Charter from anywhere.
Transfers to or from Samburu
Scenic road transfers – per vehicle one way – max 5 pax
Joy’s Camp – Samburu Airstrip FOC – 1.5 hours
Joy’s Camp - Saruni Samburu $ 110 – 1.5 hours Joy’s Camp –
Kitich $ 330 – 3.5 hours Joy’s Camp – Elsa’s Kopje $ 330 – 3
hours Joy’s Camp – Lewa $ 165 – 1.5 hours Joy’s Camp – Ol Pejeta
$ 330 – 2.5 hours
AIRSTRIP CO-ORDINATES
Airstrip is Chaffa Airstrip and Co-ordinates are N 00 39 85; E
037 54 43
WHAT FORM OF PAYMENT DOES JOY’S CAMP ACCEPT
Cash, Travelers Cheque, Visa card & MasterCard.
WHAT FORM OF ELECTRICITY DOES JOY’S CAMP HAVE
- A generator runs from 06h30 – 09h30 and 19h00–22h00.
- There is one 220v / 240v socket in each room however
this will only work during generator hours. It can be used
to charge camera batteries and other personal electrical
items.
- Guests can also recharge their camera batteries in the
office.
- All tents run on a solar inverter system.
- If needed, the Management can send important emails on
behalf of guests.
- No hairdryers
Guests are recommended to bring converters & universal plug
adaptors.
MEAL POLICY Individual dining Breakfast: 06h30 to 09h30
Lunch: 13h00 to 14h30
Dinner: 20h00 to 21h30
The camp has a daily set menu.
Please inform us about any dietary requirements prior to
arrival.
Guests that have booked to arrive before Lunch, but do not, are
charged for an extra lunch on their day of departure (if they
require lunch on their day of departure).
WATER
Bottled drinking water is provided free of charge.
Each tent is provided with a thermos of cooled mineral water
(dispensed from a 20ltr sealed bottle, to reduce plastic waste).
WHAT VEHICLES DOES JOY’S CAMP HAVE?
5 x 4x4 Sided Vehicles
- 3 x 110 Land Rover open sided – 5 window seats
- 1 x 200 Land Rover open sided – 5 window seats
- 1 x 101 Land Rover open sided - 5 Window seats
When necessary, guests may have to share their vehicle with
others, unless ‘Exclusive Use of Vehicle’ has been paid for.
SHABA CLIMATE
- Altitude: 2400ft
- Rainfall; Approximately 200-300mls per year
- Hot days, warm nights, low humidity.
MALARIA
Please note that all C&P properties are situated in locations of
minimal malarial risk. Joy’s Camp tents are zipped closed at
night.
WHAT LANGUAGES ARE SPOKEN AT JOY’S CAMP?
All our guides speak English and Kiswahili.
COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Internet – If needed, Management can send important emails on
behalf of guests.
Mobile phones – Phone signal is available ( Safaricom better than
Zein), although may be limited in some
areas
