Your conservation fees contribute directly towards the running of Westgate Conservancy on which Sasaab is situated. As well as supporting the daily running costs of wildlife management.
Sasaab exists in partnership with Westgate Community Conservancy. Spanning an area of 400 square kilometres, Westgate is home to over 600 Samburu families. Most of these families live a traditional, nomadic way of life and rely on their livestock. Bringing tourism into the area has allowed the community to really see the value of wildlife, helping to reduce human-wildlife conflict.
Community Jobs
Sasaab employs 75% of their team from the local Samburu community, so it is very much a holistic relationship. Your stay allows for the sustainable development of livelihoods to compliment the challenges increasingly faced by traditional pastoralist lifestyles.
OUR FOOTPRINT PROJECTS AT SASAAB
Our close partnership with Westgate Conservancy enables Sasaab to be heavily involved in various community projects. These include annual health clinics, female empowerment workshops and initiatives promoting HIV and FGM awareness among youth. Our Conservation Scholars Programme currently supports 24 students from local villages to attend secondary school. Sasaab also supports different conservation initiatives in the area.
Grevy’s Zebra Conservation
Sasaab has strong links with the Grevy’s Zebra Trust. This local conservation organisation is within 10 minutes drive from the lodge and guests are able to visit and take part in some of their activities. We support them with their initiatives and their Great Grevy Zebra Rally.
YOUR IMPACT
Just by staying at our properties, each guest helps conserve Kenya’s wild landscapes, look after its wildlife and make a positive impact on peoples’ lives. See how your stay has contributed.
DISCOVER HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT OUR FOOTPRINT INITIATIVES AND GIVE BACK
We aim to tread lightly on our planet. It is at the forefront of our minds. The Safari Collection are focused on minimising our environmental footprint. We are actively involved in projects that help to protect Kenya’s incredible landscape and wildlife for future generations.