Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
Located along the Ewaso Nyiro River, Sarova Shaba Game Lodge offers spacious rooms, landscaped gardens, a swimming pool, excellent dining and outstanding wildlife viewing within Shaba National Reserve.
Kenya's Iconic Game Reserve
Shaba National Reserve
Experience Big Five wildlife, the Great Migration and unforgettable game drives with Kenya Holiday Safaris by WT Safaris Limited.
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Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.
Great Photography
Open plains, golden light and rich wildlife.
Great Migration
Seasonal wildebeest and zebra movement.
Camps & Lodges
Luxury, mid-range and budget accommodation.
About Shaba
Kenya's most celebrated wildlife destination
The Shaba National Reserve is famous for its rolling savannah, large predator populations and exceptional year-round game viewing.
Visitors can encounter lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, crocodiles and many bird species.
Travel with Kenya Holiday Safaris for professionally guided itineraries, reliable safari vehicles and carefully selected accommodation.
Recommended Accommodation
Shaba Lodges & Safari Camps
Joy's Camp
A boutique luxury tented camp inspired by Joy Adamson, featuring beautifully furnished tents, exceptional birdlife and unforgettable safari experiences.
Shaba Safari Camp
A comfortable riverside safari camp offering spacious tents, personalised service and convenient access to wildlife-rich areas of Shaba National Reserve.
Ashnil Samburu Camp
Located in neighbouring Buffalo Springs National Reserve, Ashnil Samburu Camp provides elegant tents, river views, modern facilities and easy access to the Shaba ecosystem.
KWS Campsites
Kenya Wildlife Service campsites provide an authentic wilderness camping experience for photographers, adventurers and budget travellers exploring Shaba National Reserve.
WT Safaris Shaba Packages
Jeep and air safaris to Shaba
Choose a private road safari through Kenya or fly directly from the Kenya coast to the Shaba National Reserve.
6 Days Amboseli, Lake Nakuru & Shaba
A six-day Kenya safari combining Mount Kilimanjaro scenery, Lake Nakuru wildlife and classic game viewing in the Shaba National Reserve.
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3 Days Shaba Air Safari
Fly from the Kenya coast to Shaba for afternoon, full-day and morning game drives with accommodation at a selected lodge or tented camp.
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4 Days Shaba Air Safari
A four-day flying safari with an afternoon game drive, two full days in the reserve and a final morning wildlife drive before returning to the coast.
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5 Days Combination Air Safari
Combine Shaba, Amboseli and Tsavo West using scheduled flights, road transfers and professionally guided 4��4 game drives.
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Best Time to Visit
Shaba travel seasons
January to March: Excellent resident wildlife and predator viewing.
April to June: Green scenery, fewer visitors and dramatic skies.
July to October: Popular migration period and strong wildlife activity.
November to December: Fresh landscapes and rewarding game viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shaba safari information
Where is Shaba National Reserve?
It is located in southwestern Kenya in Narok County, adjoining the Serengeti ecosystem.
How many days are recommended?
Three to four days is ideal for most travellers, while longer stays provide more relaxed wildlife viewing.
Can I fly to Shaba?
Yes. Scheduled and charter flights connect Nairobi with several airstrips serving the reserve and surrounding conservancies.
Is Shaba suitable for families?
Yes. Many lodges and camps provide family rooms and child-friendly safari arrangements.
Plan Your Safari
Book your Shaba safari with WT Safaris
Contact our Diani Beach safari team for a tailor-made quotation, lodge recommendations and transport options.
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