4-Day Discover the Rare Northern Kenya Species

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

You will be picked up early in the morning from your Nairobi hotel or the airport and depart northwards toward Samburu National Reserve, driving through Kenya’s central highlands and past the equator. Enjoy scenic views of Mount Kenya and the changing landscapes as you descend into the semi-arid Samburu region. Arrive at your tented camp in time for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in Samburu National Reserve, renowned for its unique wildlife species known as the “Samburu Special Five”: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. The Ewaso Nyiro River attracts elephants, lions, leopards, and abundant birdlife. Return to the camp at sunset for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to September and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June and December (Cool and fresh after rain)

Wildlife in Samburu NR

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

ZebraCommon

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

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HippoOccasional

HyenaOccasional

CheetahRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Ashnil Samburu Camp

• Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Samburu National Reserve

You'll rise early for a sunrise game drive, when animals are most active and the lighting is perfect for photography. This early outing increases your chances of spotting elusive predators on the hunt, herds of elephants crossing the river, and a variety of birdlife. After a hearty breakfast back at camp, you may choose to relax during the hot midday hours — perhaps take a dip in the pool or enjoy the riverside views from your tent. In the late afternoon, you’ll head out again for a second game drive, exploring new areas of the reserve and searching for more wildlife, guided by your expert driver-guide who knows the terrain intimately. Samburu’s contrasting landscapes — from dry bush to riverine forest — offer rich opportunities to spot both iconic and unusual species. You'll return to the camp for a delicious dinner and a peaceful final night under the Samburu stars.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Ashnil Samburu Camp

• Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Samburu to Olpejeta Conservancy

After breakfast, check out and drive south toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy, located between the foothills of Mount Kenya and the Aberdares. Arrive in time for lunch at your camp, followed by a short rest. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in Ol Pejeta, one of Kenya’s leading private conservancies and a stronghold for black and white rhinos. The conservancy is also home to the Big Five, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards. You may visit the chimpanzee sanctuary, the only one of its kind in Kenya, or enjoy sundowner views across the plains with Mount Kenya as a backdrop. Dinner and overnight will be at the camp.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Samburu To Nairobi

You'll enjoy one final early morning game drive to take in the awakening of the bush and any final wildlife sightings you may have missed. After breakfast back at camp, you’ll check out and begin your return journey to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon. You'll carry home lasting memories of close wildlife encounters, dramatic landscapes, and the distinct charm of Kenya’s northern safari circuit. Our driver guide will drop you off at The Airport or at your Nairobi residence.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.