4-Day Samburu Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

The safari begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi at 6.30 AM, pick up at the hotel then driving north through the fertile highlands and past the slopes of Mount Kenya. The journey is scenic, with coffee plantations, pineapple farms, and bustling towns along the way. A highlight is crossing the Equator near Nanyuki, where guests can pause for photos. Continuing through Isiolo, the landscape shifts to semi‑arid plains dotted with acacia trees, signaling entry into northern Kenya. Arrive at Samburu in the afternoon and enjoy your first game drive enroute to the lodge, spotting wildlife such as elephants, zebras, and antelopes. Dinner and overnight at a lodge or tented camp along the Ewaso Nyiro River.

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:

Samburu Simba Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Samburu National Reserve

Spend the entire day exploring Samburu’s diverse habitats. Morning and afternoon game drives reveal the reserve’s famed “Samburu Special Five”—Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. Guests also encounter lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and crocodiles basking along the riverbanks. Between drives, relax at the lodge or enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush, surrounded by Samburu’s rugged hills and sweeping savannah. The day concludes with a sundowner overlooking the plains, followed by dinner under the stars.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Samburu Simba Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Samburu National Reserve

Another day is dedicated to discovering Samburu’s treasures. Morning drives may focus on predator sightings or birdwatching, while the afternoon offers a chance to visit a local Samburu village. Here, guests learn about the traditions, beadwork, and pastoral lifestyle of the Samburu people, adding cultural depth to the safari. Later, return to the reserve for an evening game drive, with opportunities to spot nocturnal species as the sun sets. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Samburu Simba Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Samburu to Nairobi

After breakfast, enjoy a final short game drive as you exit the reserve, capturing last glimpses of elephants or giraffes against the dramatic backdrop. The journey back to Nairobi retraces the scenic route through Isiolo and Nanyuki, with a lunch stop along the way. Arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon, marking the end of a safari filled with wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and breathtaking landscapes. The clients will be dropped at their point of preference within the city.

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Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.