4-Day Wild North Safari Adventure Samburu & Meru

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

Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi, traveling through the lush central highlands before descending into the striking wilderness of northern Kenya. By afternoon you arrive at Samburu National Reserve, where the life giving Ewaso Nyiro River cuts through golden, semi-arid plains. An afternoon game drive introduces you to Samburu’s rare “Special Five” as the sunset paints the sky in fiery colours. End the day with dinner beneath a brilliant starlit sky, surrounded by the distant sounds of the African wilderness.

Highlights of the Day;

* Scenic drive from Nairobi through lush central highlands into northern Kenya
* Arrival at Samburu National Reserve by afternoon
* Explore the Ewaso Nyiro River and its life filled plains
* Afternoon game drive to spot Samburu’s rare “Special Five”
* Sunset over the savannah with dramatic fiery skies
* Dinner under a starlit African sky, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

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)

Full Game Drives in Samburu

First Day – Full Day in Samburu

- Sunrise game drive through Samburu National Reserve, spotting elephants, lions and the rare “Special Five”
- Return to lodge for a hearty breakfast
- Leisure time or optional cultural visit to a Samburu village
- Lunch at the lodge/camp amidst scenic surroundings
- Afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River, with crocodiles, birdlife and riverside wildlife
- Sundowners on the savannah as the sun sets in fiery hues
- Dinner under a starlit sky and overnight stay in Samburu

Second Day – Samburu to Meru National Park

- Breakfast at the lodge before departure
- Scenic drive east through dramatic northern landscapes toward Meru National Park
- Arrival, Lunch at lodge (Alba Hotel Meru/Similar)
- Afternoon game drive through Meru’s lush greenery, rivers, and open plains, spotting rhinos, hippos, elephants and predators
- Return to lodge to relax and enjoy dinner
- Overnight stay surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild.

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, as the soft morning light illuminates Meru National Park and wildlife stirs across the plains. Spot majestic elephants, elusive leopards and other residents of this lush wilderness. After breakfast, bid farewell to Meru’s enchanting landscapes and begin the scenic journey back to Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon, carrying unforgettable memories of Kenya’s northern wilderness a perfect blend of dramatic landscapes, vibrant wildlife and authentic cultural encounters.

Highlights of the Day;

- Early morning game drive through Meru National Park
- Return to lodge for breakfast
- Bid farewell to Meru’s enchanting landscapes
- Begin scenic journey back to Nairobi
- Arrive in the afternoon, carrying unforgettable memories of Kenya’s northern wilderness, with its dramatic landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and rich cultural encounters.

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.