For the intrepid and the curious, Camp Sarika at Amangiri is more than an accommodation—it’s a launchpad for discovery. This exclusive cluster of ten tented pavilions, each with a private pool, offers a back-to-nature experience that answers the wild call of the Utah desert, providing both unparalleled comfort and direct access to adventure.
The Ultimate Back-to-Nature Escape
A short journey from the main resort, Camp Sarika feels a world away. Set against a dramatic landscape of rugged mesas and rust-colored sands, the camp is designed as a year-round, luxury interpretation of a classic safari lodge. Here, days are spent in unbridled exploration, and evenings are for gathering around blazing campfires for feasting and storytelling under a canopy of stars.
Tailor-Made Adventures: Hiking, Climbing, and Stargazing
The camp’s expert guides craft personalized itineraries to suit every interest and energy level. The surrounding area, located near three national parks, is a grand playground for exhilarating activities. Guests can challenge themselves on the resort’s via ferrata climbing routes, explore untouched tracts of Red Rock Country in a UTV, or embark on guided hikes through the resort’s 12 miles of designated trails.
As night falls, the minimal light pollution reveals a celestial spectacle. Stargazing sessions with a local astronomer using an impressive Orion telescope turn the night sky into a planetarium, while storytelling events with members of the Navajo Nation offer a deep cultural connection to the land.
Curated Journeys: First Encounters, The Big Five, and Grand Wilderness
For a seamless experience, Camp Sarika offers curated multi-night adventure packages. The three-night "First Encounters" journey is perfect for beginners, blending sunset cruises on Lake Powell, easy hikes, and wellness experiences. The four-night "The Big Five Adventure" is a dynamic alternative to Africa's safari, featuring via ferrata, UTV off-roading, and aerial tours of national parks.
The most comprehensive option, the five-night "Grand Wilderness Tour," captures the full spectrum of southern Utah’s offerings, from horseback riding and slot canyon tours to private Navajo storytelling and open-sky sound baths in the camp’s natural amphitheater.
Hosting Unforgettable Events in the Desert
With the option for exclusive use, Camp Sarika provides an awe-inspiring setting for celebrations and corporate retreats. The camp’ diverse indoor and outdoor spaces, including the main Restaurant, the Pool Terrace, and the intimate Raven’s Nest, can be transformed for weddings, family reunions, or productive team-building gatherings, all with the majestic desert as a backdrop.
After an action-packed day, returning to the comfort of your tented pavilion is a reward in itself, or you can continue your journey of discovery with wellness treatments back at the main resort.
Photos courtesy of Amangiri.
