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About this place
The River Camp sits in the Laikipia region of Kenya, on the banks of the Ngobit River with Mount Kenya rising on the horizon. Six en-suite guest tents and two deluxe suites take a maximum of twenty guests at a time, which gives the kind of privacy and space a setting this remote deserves.
Each tent looks out over the river from a private deck, with both indoor and outdoor showers that open to the landscape beyond. The interiors are considered and warm, with carefully chosen furnishings and artwork that feel at home in the wilderness.
This is Ol Pejeta, home to Najin and Fatu, the last two northern white rhinos on earth. Seeing them is unlike any other wildlife encounter: the sole surviving members of their subspecies, watched over around the clock by a dedicated team. The conservancy also allows night drives, which gives guests a chance at aardvark, civet and the other animals that only move after dark.
Tents come in king or twin configurations, the family tents in king and twin, with en-suite bathrooms, a lounge and dressing area, a private viewing deck and yoga mats. The camp is solar powered and plastic free, with a swimming pool, a spa, a gift shop, wifi and free laundry.
Amenities
Lounge
Bed linen
Wifi
En-Suite Bathrooms
Swimming pool
Breakfast Available
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Where you'll sleep
Choose a room type. We confirm availability with Wilder once you send your dates.
2 guests
An en-suite tent with king or twin beds, a lounge and dressing area, indoor and outdoor showers and a private deck over the Ngobit River.
4 guests
A deluxe family suite with king and twin beds and a private river deck, sold at a set per-suite rate for three to four guests.
Important information
Check-in and check-outIn 12:00 · Out 10:00
Check-in Time
12:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 10:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes
This accommodation has a specific cancellation policy:
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Pet policyNo pets
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed
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Before you book
Payment terms
Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation.
Cancellation Policy
A 20% non-refundable deposit confirms the booking and the balance is due 35 days before arrival. Cancelling 90 to 46 days before arrival forfeits the deposit plus a further 20% of the total; 45 to 36 days, the deposit plus a further 50%; 35 days or fewer, including a no-show, the full 100%. Comprehensive travel and medical insurance is strongly recommended.
Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.
Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.
House rules
Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in from 12:00 • Check-out by 10:00
Liability
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The River Camp located?
The River Camp is in Laikipia County, Kenya. The map on this page shows the area.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The River Camp?
Check-in is from 12:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Contact the camp directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.
How many guests can The River Camp accommodate?
Luxury Suite (6 of them) sleeps 2 each and Deluxe Suite (2 of them) sleeps 4 each.
How do I book The River Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with Wilder, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom.
Enquire about a stay
Request to book. Send your dates and we will confirm availability with Wilder.
Nothing is charged until the host says yes
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