Safari with Saba Douglas-Hamilton
Elephant Safari Kenya – 11th December to 20th December 2026
Join renowned elephant conservationist and filmmaker Saba Douglas-Hamilton for an immersive elephant experience in Kenya. Her profound passion and knowledge will enrich your journey. Aardvark Safaris’ travel expert Robyn Wauchope is providing guidance and support throughout.
9 Night elephant safari with Saba Douglas-Hamilton
This fantastic safari holiday includes:
- Travel with Saba Douglas-Hamilton, the highly acclaimed elephant conservationist and wildlife TV presenter of This Wild Life and Big Cat Diaries
- Enjoy an in-depth tour of the Save the Elephant Foundation research centre and learn about the tracking system and how they monitor the data they collect.
- The chance to experience first-hand the power and beauty of the Samburu elephants
- Spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro from Ol Donyo Lodge in Chyulu Hills. The two hides here offer the perfect spot to view the magnificent big tusker elephants
- Fabulous views of the Mathews Range from the exclusive Reteti House
- A visit to the amazing community-run Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
- An off-the-beaten-track safari seeing fantastic wildlife in its natural habitat
- Internal flights from Nairobi, Chyulu Hills and Samburu
- Ten days with a maximum of 10 guests.
- Full board accommodation to include all meals and drinks
- Beginning and ending in Nairobi (we can arrange, or suggest, international flights)
- All safari activities at each lodge
Day 1: Meet Robyn your Aardvark Safaris expert
We have arranged a meet at greet at Nairobi Airport, from where you will be transferred to the beautiful Manzili House. Robyn will welcome and introduce you to your travelling companions.
Manzili House – Nairobi, Kenya
Day 2-4: Meet the big tuskers
The adventure starts this morning with an early flight to the stunning Chyulu Hills, where we stay at Ol Donyo Lodge for three nights. Here, you will be welcomed by Saba and meet the magnificent big tusker elephants and discover the incredible conservation work of the Big Life Foundation.
Ol Donyo Lodge – Chylulu Hills, Kenya
Day 5-7: Elephant Watch Camp
We fly north to the wilds of the Samburu National Reserve and stay at Saba’s own Elephant Watch Camp. With Saba as your guide, we’ll meet researchers from the Save the Elephant Foundation and meet the elephant families they know well.
Elephant Watch Camp, home to Saba Douglas-Hamilton – Samburu National Park, Kenya
Save the Elephant Foundation
Saba is deeply connected to Save the Elephants, the NGO founded by her father, Dr. Iain Douglas-Hamilton, in 1993. The organisation’s core mission is to secure a future for elephants in a rapidly changing world.
As a leader in elephant science, Save the Elephants provides cutting-edge insights into elephant behaviour, movement, and intelligence. This knowledge is applied directly to modern conservation challenges. Save the Elephants decades of research and detailed monitoring of over 1,000 elephants in Samburu, produces crucial data for effective landscape planning. The aim is to ensure the long-term integrity of Africa’s ecosystems and conserve abundant wildlife populations as the continent modernizes.
Learn from the reseachers firsthand about the incredible efforts they are going to protect these incredible animals.
Day 8-10: Visit Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
Our final stop is the remote and spectacular Reteti House in Namunyak Conservancy, where we’ll have an exclusive visit to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary. Here we will witness the young orphan calves at feeding time and learn about their rescue stories, as well as a behind-the-scenes tour with the excellent team who make it all happen. We’ll celebrate this incredible trip with a farewell dinner hosted by Saba under the African stars.
Retetit House – Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy, Kenya
The Reteti Elephant Orphanage
Today, you can enjoy seeing wildlife as you travel through Samburu and fantastic scenery on the way to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, which is further north on the Namunyak Conservancy. It will take about two and a half hours to reach this ground-breaking project. which is the result of local Samburu people wanting to help orphaned elephants, and other species too. The Samburu have a deep spiritual and cultural connection with and reverence for the wildlife that they coexist with, especially elephants. You can see the work the community is doing at Reteti, meet the amazing people involved in it, and perhaps see some of the rescued animals.
What Next?
You can see the full 10 day safari here. Robyn has pulled together an FAQ blog that should help answer any questions you may have.
Reserve your spot as spaces are limited, and please e-mail Robyn@aardvarksafaris.com or call her on +44 (0)131 297 6229, as she would be delighted to answer any questions and walk you through this incredible safari.
Questions and Answers with Saba
Read our Q&A interview with Saba on life on a safari camp in Kenya.
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Hello saba I am writing from istanbul you are a very good person and you have lovely girls like you
Please supply details of a stay at Elephant watch and time at the coast with approximate cost for four adults and two boys 10 years and fifteen years old.
Having served in Kenya as Missions to Seafarers Chaplain in Mombasa we would love to come back and enjoy this unique experience next year. Which Hotel is used on the coast?
Looking forward to your reply.
Dear Revd. Colin,
Your enquiry has been passed to one of the sales team that will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Hi Saba would it be possible to get a price for a 3 day stay ?
Kind regards
Mr & Mrs Dennard
Dear Jackie & Mick,
Your enquiry has been passed to one of the sales team that will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Please send price for safari at Saba’s thank you
Dear Linda,
Your enquiry has been passed to one of the sales team that will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Hi, have loved watching the programme… Please send details of a 4 night stay at the elephant watch camp.., thanks Denise
Dear Denise,
We loved watching This Wild Life too! Your enquiry has been passed on to the one of our safari experts.
Best regards
Renate
Dear Denise,
We loved watching This Wild Life too! Your enquiry has been passed on to one of our safari experts.
Best regards
Renate
Hello Saba can you give me some idea of your price for 2 adults I would like to see the elephants obviously but the warriors and all animals I think are magical, bit like your family x
Dear Lynn,
Your enquiry has been passed on to one of our safari experts who will be in touch shortly.
Best regards
Renate
Can you please give me a quote for a 5 day safari for 2 such as that indicated in this blog. I long to return to Samburu, having spent some time there on safari back in 1987. It’s been too long…
Dear Mrs Skliros,
Samburu is an absolutely stunning destination. Your enquiry has been passed on to one of our safari experts.
Best regards
Renate
Loved the programme. Can you give me a price for a 4-day safari for 2 adults and a 14 year old please.
Dear Dawn, Your enquiry has been passed to a safari expert who will be in touch. Best regards, Renate
Can you please give me a quote for a four night safari for two, we live in Sri Lanka and would have to fly to Nairobi from Colombo. We are 65 and 68 years old but would love to experience this wonderful part of Africa.
Dear Nedra,
Your enquiry has been passed to a safari expert who will be in touch. Best regards, Renate
Could you please give me a rough idea on costs to stay at your camp for 4/5 days. It wouldn’t be until 2019.
Dear Denise,
Your enquiry has been passed to a safari expert who will be in touch. Best regards, Renate
Hello
Can you give me a price for a 8 days safari for 2 adults please.
I am from Paris
Thanks
Dear Jacques,
Your details have been passed on to one of our safari experts who will be in touch.
Best wishes Renate
can you give me a price for a 7 day safari in september 2018 flying from the uk
Dear Beverley,
Your details have been passed on to a safari expert who will be in touch. Best Wishes Renate
Hi everyone
I Love the program and the care that you take for the Elephants
Would like to know what the price for the safari for each person is coming from Uk
Many thanks
Sabrina
Dear Sabrina,
Your enquiry has been passed on to a safari expert, who will be in touch shortly, Best Regards, Renate
Bonjour,je viens de voir une émission sur vous ce jour 22 11 2017, magnifique.quel est la meilleure période pour venir et quel sont vos tarifs.Philippe Serenne. France.Amicalement.
Dear Philippe,
Your enquiry has been passed on to a safari expert, who will be in touch shortly, Best Regards, Renate
Could i have some idea of the cost for the safari , 5 days for one
Dear David, Your enquiry has been passed on to a safari expert, who will be in touch shortly, Best Regards, Renate
Dear Saba could I have a price for a four day stay at your camp please for 2 adults
Dear Jo, Your enquiry has been passed on to a sales expert who will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Hi please could you tell me the best time of year to visit ?
And also the price roughly for two adults ?
I have watched Saba for many years on her different wildlife programs and would love to experience her wonderful life
Thanks
Dear Lesley, Your enquiry has been passed on to a sales expert who will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Hi there. Please can you give me an estimated cost of coming to stay at the lodge. Looking for 2018/2019 sometime and will be for 2 adults. Many thanks
Dear Clare, Your enquiry has been passed on to a sales expert who will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Hi saba please can you give me a rough idea on prices coming around seotember please for 2 adults 4 or 5 night stay. Kind regards
Dear Linda, Your enquiry has been passed on to a sales expert who will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Dear Saba and Frank,
What an amazing programme on BBCTV, I was spellbound.
You, your husband, father, children and the whole workforce engaged in the camp, saving the Elephants, all the way through are doing an amazing job highlighting the plight of such beautifully intelligent animals.
Can you please email me prices for a stay at your wonderful camp.
Kindest Regards and Best Wishes
Janis Trehearn, UK
Dear Janis, Your enquiry has been passed on to a sales expert who will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Hello
Can I have a price for two adults and an 8 year old for the premium trip for 5 days please
Dear Yasmin, your enquiry has been passed on to a sales expert who will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Hello Saba
I am planning a trip to your camp in January 2019 on my own and would be grateful if you could let me know the costs.
Thanks
Irene, U.K
Dear Irene, your enquiry has been passed on to a sales expert who will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Hello,
Please tell how much it is per person?
The premium and also the standard.
Thanks!
Love the show!
Dear Anca, your enquiry has been passed on to a sales expert who will be in touch, Best regards Renate
Please let me have approx cost for a four day stay at Samburu many. thanks Fred
Please pop an email to mail@aardvarksafaris.com with your preferred dates and one of our destination experts will reply immediately. Many thanks.
How much does it cost of 7 days two person? We will visit from B Angkor to Kenya.
How can we book the elephant camp?
Please pop an email to mail@aardvarksafaris.com with your preferred dates and one of our destination experts will reply immediately. Many thanks.
Hola,escribo desde España. Me gustaría saber el precio de la estancia de cuatro noches y la de cinco noches para dos adultos y dos niñas de once y seis años. También si trabajan con algún touroperador de España. He conocido el campamento a través de unos documentales de la televisión. Muchas gracias.
Estimada Mª Sánchez, su consulta ha sido transmitida a un experto en viajes que se pondrá en contacto. Saludos cordiales Renate
Dear Mª Sánchez, your enquiry has been passed on to a travel expert who will be in touch. Best regards Renate
Hi, just had a mind blowing trip to elephant watch camp,
We were made to feel part of the “family “ each trip out we saw all the animals and fantastic birds. Simoen and Litus were great at teaching us the tracks and habits of the animals, Bernard and Rosie were magnificent at helping with any questions
The food oh it was delicious 5star, fresh flavoursome and plenty.
The home made bread and cakes were so light and delicious
We hope to go back next year .
Hi, how much is this trip?
Morning – sorry for the slight delay in our response. I’ll get one of the team to reply by email as the cost varies throughout the year.
I am interested in visiting your camp. Please send some details for 2020. Thank you
I’ll ask one of the team to reply by email with the best times of year and the costs for 2020.
Hi and congratulations for your movement…. it’s awesome to know people like you…..
Could you please send me the terms and prices for a normal 4 days stance.
Very king regards
Thanks for getting in touch. One of our team will reply today – sorry for the delay over the Easter weekend.
Hi, wondering if you’re still doing bookings in 2022? Looking to do a 5 night stay and safari. Thanks!
Thanks for the question. I’ve asked one of the team that knows Kenya and Saba’s family’s Elephant Watch Camp to get in touch and make a plan for a 2022 trip.
Hi
Just been watching the series on tv and would love to visit your organisation for either a 4 or 5 night stay and safari for next year 2024 could you please send me the details and costs for one adult.
Looking forward to hearing from you
Mr s oseman
Hi Stephen, It’s a fantastic series and I am glad to hear it has offered some inspiration. One of our team will be in touch via e-mail soon. All the best, Katy