4-Day Untamed Samburu & Meru National Park Kenya Safari

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

Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi, winding past fertile highlands and into the rugged north. By afternoon, you arrive in Samburu, where the Ewaso Nyiro River breathes life into the arid plains. An evening game drive introduces you to Samburu’s “Special Five,” as the sun sets in fiery hues over the savannah. Dinner awaits under a starlit sky, with the sounds of the wild as your backdrop.

• Morning departure from Nairobi, driving north through scenic landscapes.
• Arrive in Samburu for lunch at your lodge/camp.
• Afternoon game drive to spot Samburu’s “Special Five” – Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx and gerenuk.
• Dinner and overnight stay in Samburu.

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 Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

FullDay Game Drives in Samburu

First Day-Full Day in Samburu
• Early Morning: Sunrise game drive to spot elephants, lions, and Samburu’s “Special Five.”
• Breakfast: Return to lodge for a hearty breakfast.
• Midday: Leisure time at the lodge or optional cultural visit to a Samburu village.
• Lunch: Served at the lodge/camp.
• Afternoon: Game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River, famous for crocodiles and birdlife.
• Evening: Sundowner experience followed by dinner and overnight stay in Samburu.

Second Day- Samburu – Meru National Park
• Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before departure.
• Morning Drive: Scenic journey eastward toward Meru National Park, passing dramatic landscapes.
• Lunch: Arrive in Meru and settle into your lodge/camp for lunch.
• Afternoon: Game drive exploring Meru’s lush greenery, rivers, and diverse wildlife including rhinos, hippos, and predators.
• Evening: Relaxation at the lodge with dinner and overnight stay in Meru.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Samburu Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Meru to Nairobi

Rise early for a final game drive, savoring the chance to spot elephants or elusive leopards in the morning light. After breakfast, bid farewell to Meru’s enchanting landscapes and begin your return journey to Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon, carrying with you unforgettable memories of Kenya’s northern wilderness—an adventure of contrasts, culture, and raw natural wonder.

• Early Morning: Final game drive with chances to spot elephants or elusive leopards.
• Breakfast: Return to lodge for breakfast before departure.
• Morning Drive: Bid farewell to Meru’s enchanting landscapes.
• Afternoon Arrival: Journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon.
• Closing Note: Carry unforgettable memories of Kenya’s northern wilderness—an adventure of contrasts, culture, and raw natural wonder.

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.