Distance

Approximately 320 Kilometers

Driving Time

Approximately 5 Hours

Meals

Lunch & Dinner

Your 3 Days Samburu Safari from Nairobi begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Travel north through Kenya's fertile central highlands, passing scenic landscapes of coffee plantations, tea farms, pineapple fields, and traditional rural communities.

As you continue north, enjoy spectacular views of Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest mountain and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Arrive at your lodge or safari camp in Samburu in time for lunch.

After lunch, begin your first game drive through the Samburu ecosystem.

The wildlife-rich Ewaso Nyiro River flows through the reserve, attracting wildlife throughout the year and creating a green oasis within the semi-arid landscape.

Afternoon Wildlife Viewing

Possible sightings include:

• Elephants

• Lions

• Leopards

• Giraffes

• Zebras

• Gerenuks

• Oryx

• Somali Ostriches

Dinner and overnight at your safari lodge or tented camp.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, depart for a full day of wildlife exploration in Samburu National Reserve.

This reserve is internationally recognized for its rare northern species and exceptional predator sightings.

Search for the Samburu Special Five

Grevy's Zebra

The world's rarest zebra species.

Reticulated Giraffe

Known for its striking geometric coat patterns.

Somali Ostrich

Distinguished by its blue legs and neck.

Beisa Oryx

Adapted to survive in arid environments.

Gerenuk

The famous "giraffe gazelle" that feeds while standing on its hind legs.

Predator Viewing Opportunities

Samburu is home to impressive predator populations including:

• Lions

• Leopards

• Cheetahs

• Striped Hyenas

• Spotted Hyenas

• Black-backed Jackals

The reserve's lower visitor numbers create a more exclusive safari experience compared to many popular parks.

Explore Buffalo Springs & Shaba National Reserve

During your safari, you'll also explore neighboring reserves connected by the Ewaso Nyiro River.

Buffalo Springs National Reserve

Known for:

• Volcanic landscapes

• Natural springs

• Riverine forests

• Unique wildlife habitats

Shaba National Reserve

Known for:

• Shaba Hill Volcano

• Dramatic scenery

• Rare birdlife

• Remote wilderness

The stunning scenery of northern Kenya creates exceptional opportunities for wildlife photography.

Samburu Cultural Experience

The Samburu people are closely related to the Maasai and maintain many traditional customs.

Depending on your schedule, opportunities may be available to learn about:

• Traditional Samburu lifestyles

• Livestock keeping

• Traditional dress

• Cultural ceremonies

• Community traditions

Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Distance

Approximately 320 Kilometers

Driving Time

Approximately 5 Hours

Meals

Breakfast & Lunch

Enjoy an early morning game drive while wildlife is most active.

This final safari offers excellent opportunities to search for species missed during previous game drives.

Birdwatching Highlights

Samburu hosts over 350 bird species including:

• Kingfishers

• Eagles

• Falcons

• Hornbills

• Vultures

• Guinea Fowl

• Egrets

Return to your lodge for breakfast before checking out.

Enjoy a final game drive as you leave the reserve.

Begin your journey back to Nairobi through Kenya's beautiful central highlands.

Lunch will be served en route.

Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon and transfer to your hotel, residence, or airport.