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A Million Stars Over Samburu

Experience More Than A Safari

Capture the Cosmos. Win The Safari Of A Lifetime.

Step into the magic of the night and let the stars be your muse. Submit your most breathtaking celestial photo to the A Million Stars Over Samburu Astrophotography Competition for a chance to win a safari worth $6,000 at any of our unforgettable camps or lodges.

Why Samburu?

1

Bortle 1 Skies — Among the Darkest on Earth

Samburu falls on the lowest end of the Bortle Scale, meaning minimal light pollution and exceptionally clear views of the Milky Way, stars, and celestial events.
2

Both Hemispheres, One Sky

Kenya’s equatorial position allows visibility of constellations from both the northern and southern hemispheres — a rare gift for sky-watchers.
3

Elevated Starbeds at Basecamp Samburu

Sleep under a galaxy of stars on open-air starbeds, built into a cliffside and surrounded by silence and sky.
4

Dramatic Nightscapes

Photograph the iconic Mt. Ololokwe, acacia silhouettes, and wild terrain — all under a star-filled sky.
5

Samburu Astronomy & Storytelling

Local guides share Samburu interpretations of the cosmos, connecting celestial events to culture, tradition, and oral history.

How to Enter?

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What We’re Looking For

1

Milky Way Galaxy Shots

Capture the brilliance of the Milky Way above Samburu's vast wilderness. We want sharp, dramatic images showing the galaxy's full grandeur.
2

Star Trails & Nightscapes

Show time passage through long exposure shots. Bonus points for including silhouettes of Samburu's iconic landscape or Mt. Ololokwe.
3

Stargazing Moments on Star beds

Intimate captures of guests stargazing from our star beds. Focus on emotion, awe, and the connection between people and stars.
4

Astro Timelapse (max 59 seconds)

Short, captivating sequences showing stars moving across the sky. Consider transitions from dusk to night or rising constellations.
5

Creative Celestial Compositions

Blend the celestial with cultural and natural elements. Think Samburu guides under stars or creative light painting techniques.
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Need Inspiration?

Read our blog on Basecamp Samburu

Basecamp Samburu: A New Dawn Beneath Timeless Skies

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Have a look through our Astrophotography Gallery 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Win A Safari worth $ 6,000

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The safari includes: 

  • Full-board accommodation 
  • Day & night game drives 
  • Bush meals, sundowners & guided walks 
  • Return domestic flights 
  • Choose any of our camps or lodges in Samburu or Masai Mara 
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