Discover luxury and unforgettable wildlife views at Saruni Leopard Hill, your gateway to Africa’s wild heart.
Location: Saruni Leopard Hill sits in the heart of the Mara Naboisho Conservancy, one of Kenya’s finest private conservancies bordering the Masai Mara. Its setting is wonderfully secluded yet rich in wildlife, with the camp built beside a natural waterhole that draws animals in throughout the day. What makes the location particularly striking is the surrounding landscape - open savannah dotted with acacia trees, and the feeling of deep stillness and space that comes with being far from the busier park areas. It's the kind of place where you really feel immersed in nature, yet still well looked after.
Rooms: The camp features just six tented suites, each with an elegant, contemporary design and a clever starbed roof that opens electronically - allowing you to sleep quite literally beneath the Kenyan night sky. Inside, the tents are stylish and modern, with clean lines, neutral tones, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that frame uninterrupted views across the plains. You’ll find spacious en-suite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, writing desks, and private decks - perfect for a quiet coffee at sunrise or watching wildlife wander past the waterhole below.
Amenities: Though intimate in size, Saruni Leopard Hill feels sophisticated and well-equipped. The main lounge and dining area is raised for maximum views and serves excellent, fresh meals with a focus on locally sourced produce. There’s a fire pit for relaxed evenings under the stars, and a separate library and lounge tent for reading or downtime between drives. Wi-Fi is available but discreet - the atmosphere encourages switching off and tuning in to the rhythms of the bush.
Activities: Guests at Leopard Hill have access to a wide range of experiences within the exclusive Naboisho Conservancy. Game drives here are exceptional, with a high density of wildlife including lions, leopards, elephants, and large herds of plains game. Walks with expert Maasai guides offer a different perspective on the landscape, and night drives allow you to spot creatures rarely seen in daylight. Cultural visits to nearby communities provide genuine insight into Maasai life, and the camp’s starbeds add a beautifully immersive touch to the whole experience.
Sustainability: Saruni Leopard Hill is part of a wider community-based conservation model that makes a real difference. As with all camps in Naboisho, every guest contributes directly to wildlife protection and local livelihoods. The camp is built sustainably, powered largely by solar energy, and takes great care in water and waste management. Employment is drawn from surrounding communities, ensuring meaningful benefit flows to the people who call this region home. It’s a thoughtful and responsible way to experience Kenya’s iconic wildlife while supporting its long-term future.
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January
January is a great time for wildlife viewing. The landscapes are lush and green after the 'short rains' and newborn animals can been seen. It is hot, but brief afternoon or evening showers cool things down, without compromising your safari. Over on the coast the sea is clear, making it ideal for diving and snorkelling, and the days are warm and bright.
February
February is an ideal time to visit Kenya, and great for game viewing. The landscapes are green and thriving thanks to the short rains, and newborn animals will be hopping around the plains. There maybe a few afternoon showers which are welcome in the heat, and don't impact on wildlife viewing. Water clarify is excellent at the moment, which is good news for watersports enthusiasts. And if you want to spot a whale shark, now is the time to try.
March
Still a good option for wildlife viewing and diving, although with the 'long rains' just around the corner, expect wetter and hotter weather.
April
April brings the start of the 'long rains' which means game reserves and national parks become muddy and harder to drive around. Over on the coast it's hot and wet, so it isn't the best time of year to travel. Some camps and lodges close during this period.
May
The 'long rains' continue into May, making park tracks difficult to navigate in the mud, and the coast very warm and wet. There will be less accommodation choice at this time as several lodges and camps during this period.
June
June is a beautiful time of year to visit Kenya, with the rains receding to just light showers, and the long dry season not far ahead. The high grasses can sometimes make it more of a challenge to spot game, but the landscapes are lush and some animals may begin arriving early for the migration. At altitude nights can be cool, but elsewhere the temperature is pleasant.
July
July marks the beginning of the great migration into the Masai Mara, and with warm and generally dry weather, this is a great time of year to visit. Days are sunny, skies are blue and there isn't too much dust around, so it's a great time for photography.
August
The migration is now in full swing in the Masai Mara, with lots of river crossing action, so if you want to see those massive herds of wildebeest and zebra, now is the time to come. Game viewing in general is excellent and it's one of the most popular times of year to visit, so some of the main parks do become crowded. Temperatures are warm and dry.
September
Game viewing continues to be excellent, and the weather is generally dry so this is another ideal month to visit Kenya's parks. The bush is less dense and as animals gather around waterholes and rivers it makes wildlife spotting much easier.
October
October is a great time if you want to avoid the crowds and don't mind the temperature slowly starting to rise. There may be a few short showers, but game viewing remains excellent with the end of the migration, and it's a good time to holiday anywhere in Kenya.
November
November heralds the start of the 'short rains' and with hotter temperatures some camps are closed. The Mara however is still open, and despite sometimes stormy skies, game viewing is still good. Fewer crowds and lower prices make this an attractive month to visit. Over on the coast water clarify is good for snorkelling and diving.
December
The 'short rains' are bringing the landscapes back to life, and as the plains start to become green again, wildlife viewing remains good, and it's a great time for birding. Some camps are closed (mainly in the north of Kenya) but many others remain open. The showers tend to fall in the afternoons and don't impact greatly on a safari. Take advantage of reduced visitor numbers and lower prices.
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