Reviews of Sala's Camp
Wildlife sightings and reviews
5 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Sala's Camp and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"Sala's Camp review"
The tent was well-appointed and very comfortable, as was the bathroom, and there was a large outdoor deck with a small pool and comfortable, shady seating, which we certainly made use of.
The food was plentiful, perhaps too plentiful: lunch was served and they always gave us enough for 4 people at least, despite us saying we were not big eaters! It seems such a waste. There was a fire pit for pre dinner drinks and nibbles, and this added to the convivial atmosphere. On our first day, we were met by a mobile drinks bar and we, together with all the other guests, watched a wonderful sunset.
For us, the biggest problem was the relative scarcity of wildlife. Our idea of Africa is of going out in the morning and seeing large herds of animals as far as the eye can see; sadly, we sometimes drove for an hour and saw almost nothing! The unprecedented rain up until we arrived (we were so lucky to have just missed it!) meant that the grass was very high, above waist height; inevitably, that made it more difficult to see whatever animals were there and, in addition, meant that some of the grazers had gone to other areas with shorter grass where they were less vulnerable and so some of the predators had followed them.
We saw no zebra or wildebeests, and not a single cheetah or leopard. Our guide and spotter did their best and we did see some wonderful animals, including 1 impressive male lion, 2 lionesses with 3 cubs between them and another lioness with very tiny cubs. We also saw several elephants but almost all our other sightings were of single animals, rather than groups, and there were long stretches of time when we saw nothing.
As a result, 4 days felt too long but the excessive rainfall is hardly the responsibility of the camp or the guides!" See all these reviews: 12n in Kenya

Buffalo
2 sightings

Elephant
6 sightings

Giraffe
3 sightings

Hippo
2 sightings

Lion
4 sightings

Spotted Hyena
2 sightings

Striped Hyena
1 sighting
"Sala's Camp review"
Game drives were amazingly outstanding! We were fortunate enough to experience the "Great Migration" in ALL of its glory! Wildebeest, zebras, gazelle, eland and others EVERYWHERE! Many, many lion encounters, including a 7 lion twilight attempt to take down a young zebra for dinner (they were outsmarted by the zebra herd, and the young one living for another day).
Also saw/experienced a "crossing" at the Mara River which was just like the ones displayed on National Geographic programs! Unimaginable, indescribable, dramatic, extraordinary -- in every way! A very, very special event to witness in person.
Again -- ALL personnel/staff were wonderful: Sampson ("Sam" - our guide/driver), Masek (our spotter), Nolene & Tony (our hosts), Harry (our Maasai escort for night walks/travels to & from dinner) and many others.
Our tent (#6) was wonderful, spacious and soothing. The "Common" areas (for dinners, other meals, & guest gathering) were our favorite of the 3 camps (particularly including the 44 ft. mesquite dining table used for all-guest-dinners). The gift shop had wonderful local choices (of which we purchased several), and the attendant there (a wonderful young woman whose name I can't recall) was sweet, helpful, kind-hearted and attentive & helpful.
Just like Sasaab and Solio, would absolutely stay here again!" See all these reviews: 10n in Kenya

Buffalo
Multiple sightings

Cheetah
Multiple sightings

Eland
Multiple sightings

Elephant
Multiple sightings

Giraffe
Multiple sightings

Hippo
Multiple sightings

Leopard
Multiple sightings

Lion
Multiple sightings

Spotted Hyena
Multiple sightings

Wildebeest
Multiple sightings

Zebra
Multiple sightings
"Sala's Camp review"
Enjoyed the camp fire at night especially the social interaction with other guests and staff
Manager here was excellent. Moses our guide was excellent and so was our spotter Johnny
Saw the most amazing wildlife here" See all these reviews: 19n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
10 sightings

Hippo
1 sighting

Leopard
4 sightings

Lion
10 sightings

Pangolin
1 sighting

Spotted Hyena
4 sightings

Wild dog
10 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
7 sightings
"Great Location"
Elliott, the manager, was so welcoming and made us feel at home." See all these reviews: 5n in Kenya

Buffalo
10 sightings

Cheetah
5 sightings

Elephant
10 sightings

Giraffe
6 sightings

Hippo
10 sightings

Leopard
1 sighting

Lion
8 sightings

Wildebeest
10 sightings

Zebra
10 sightings
"Didn't want to leave!"
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