Joy's Camp is an elegant and serene oasis situated 195 miles north east of Nairobi, in the semi-desert Shaba National Reserve. Joy's Camp is the place where Joy raised and then released her famous leopard 'Penny' and is the perfect safari experience for those seeking to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of nature, which are ever present in this special place. The starkly beautiful semi-arid landscape is dominated by Mount Shaba, an ancient and long extinct volcanic mountain that lies to the south of Joy's Camp. Joy's Camp 10 raised en-suite canvas tents all have a private veranda where you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding hills and picturesque sunsets, and the only hustle and bustle for hundreds of kilometres is at the camps natural spring where the animals jostle their way for a spot to drink.
Joy's Camp Shaba Reserve is an elegant oasis in the arid land sod Samburu, 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 books. The camp overlooks a large natural spring where elephant and lion jostle for watering rights with herds of buffalo and rare desert species of Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe and Grevy's Zebra. Joy's Camp is the perfect choice for discerning guest interested in a glimpse of Kenyan history, as well as those looking for an authentic wildlife experience combined with comfort of a luxury-tented camp.
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The Camp has 10 chic canvas bedrooms, set on raised platforms with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. Each tent is uniquely decorated with Boran/Somali cloth design, handmade glass and the vibrant fabrics of the local nomadic tribes creating a stylish, sophisticated and tasteful camp. Each tent has its own private deck, ideal for private game viewing, relaxing, reading and soaking up the truly wild environs offered by Shaba.
Joys Camp Shaba - Kenya
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