Make BSERI Your Base Camp

Getting here, what's within driving distance, and a preview of what we're building next.

Getting there

Mate Road, Ishiara — Embu County

Blue Sanctum Eco Resort sits just off Mate Road in Ishiara, in the Mbeere North region of Embu County — roughly 45 minutes from Embu town by road.

  • Nearest town: Ishiara — the resort sits under a mile from the town centre
  • From Embu town: approximately 45 minutes by car
  • From Nairobi: allow around 3.5–4 hours via Embu
  • On-site parking for cars and buses, including group transport

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Day trips from BSERI

Explore the Neighborhood

Use BSERI as your base and spend a day discovering the waterfalls, forests, and market towns of Mbeere North and wider Embu County.

Nature & wildlife
[Mwea National Reserve]

Mwea National Reserve

~76 km~1h 45m drive

A diverse reserve home to elephants, giraffes, zebras and buffalo along the Tana River.

[Iveche Waterfall]

Iveche Waterfall

~35 km~1h 10m drive

A serene, photogenic waterfall tucked into a quiet corner of Embu — good for a picnic.

[Kirimiri Forest]

Kirimiri Forest

~37 km~45 min drive

Lush indigenous forest with birdlife, rare trees, and caves once used as hideouts.

Culture & landmarks
[Ishiara Livestock Market]

Ishiara Livestock Market

< 1 km~1 min drive

One of the county's busiest markets, right on our doorstep — real local culture and commerce.

[Nthenge Njeru Waterfall]

Nthenge Njeru Waterfall

~32 km~35 min drive

A double waterfall near Runyenjes, reached via a steep, scenic footpath.

[Camp Ndunda Falls]

Camp Ndunda Falls

~39 km~1h 10m drive

Canopy walks, wild swings, and nature trails along the Rupingazi River.

Scenic views & hiking
[Karue Hill]

Karue Hill

~49 km~48 min drive

Standing 1,600m above sea level, with panoramic views across the surrounding plains.

Distances and drive times are approximate — ask our front desk for current road conditions before setting off.

Expanding through 2026 & 2027

The Horizon

Alongside our operational grounds, we're building a fuller sanctuary experience. Here's what's under construction, grouped by what it's for.

Water & family fun
Swimming pool with slides
Opening soon

Swimming Pools

A baby pool and a full swimmers' pool, complete with slides and a decorative waterfall.

Children's play park
Opening soon

Fun Park & Children's Park

Dedicated, safe play spaces built for family weekend outings.

Adventure & adrenaline
Zip lining activity
Opening soon

Zipline & Zipline Cycling

High-altitude thrill rides across the sanctuary canopy.

Archery target
Opening soon

Archery

A precision sport setup in a controlled, supervised environment.

Games & recreation
Mini golf on a green
Opening soon

Mini Golf

A relaxed putting activity for families, friends, and team groups.

Volleyball game
Opening soon

Volleyball

Gather a team for a lively game on the resort grounds.

Table tennis table on the lawn
Opening soon

Table & Lawn Tennis

Easy-going games for guests looking to play between activities.

Bicycle available for hire
Opening soon

Bicycle Riding

Explore the grounds and surrounding area with bicycles available for hire.

Wellness & relaxation
Prayer garden area
Opening soon

Prayer Booths & Gardens

Quiet, secluded natural spaces designed for meditation and spiritual wellness.

Nature walk trail
Opening soon

Nature Walk & Indoor Games

Curated scenic paths through the grounds, plus an indoor games room for downtime.

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