3-Day Samburu Wilderness to Thomson Falls Experience

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

Journey to Samburu & First Safari Adventure

Depart Nairobi early in the morning, heading north through the scenic Central Highlands. The drive passes coffee farms, rolling hills and rural landscapes that gradually shift into the semi-arid wilderness of northern Kenya. A brief stop at the Equator offers a photo opportunity and a short demonstration before continuing to Samburu. Arrive at the lodge around lunchtime, followed by check-in, lunch and relaxation overlooking rugged scenery and riverine forests. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River with possible sightings of elephants and other wild animals. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight in Samburu.

Highlight of the day:

- Early Nairobi departure via Central Highlands
- Scenic drive through farms and rolling hills
- Equator stop for photos
- Arrival in Samburu for lunch and check-in
- Afternoon game drive (elephants and wildlife)
- Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight.

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 Samburu Safari Experience

Start your early morning game drive while wildlife is most active, with predators returning from night hunts and elephant, giraffe and antelope gathering along riverbanks. Sunrise creates perfect photography moments. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation, with time to unwind or enjoy lodge views. An optional visit to a Samburu village adds cultural insight. The afternoon game drive follows in search of the Samburu Special Five. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner, stories and an overnight stay.

Highlights of the day:

- Early morning game drive with active wildlife sightings along the riverbank
- Sunrise offers ideal photography moments in Samburu landscape
- Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation
- Leisure time to enjoy lodge views and facilities
- Optional visit to a Samburu village for a cultural experience
- Afternoon game drive in search of the Samburu Special Five
- Return to the lodge at sunset
- Dinner, storytelling and overnight stay in Samburu.

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)

Scenic Highlands Journey & Thomson's Falls Experience

Have breakfast, and after check-out, begin a scenic drive south to the cool highlands of Nyahururu. The journey is part of the experience as the landscape shifts from the dry northern wilderness to lush green highlands, rolling hills and fertile farmlands. Visit Thomson's Falls, a 74 m waterfall plunging into a forested gorge. Enjoy guided viewpoints, photography, fresh mist and cool air, with history of Joseph Thomson (1883). See the local crafts nearby. Enjoy lunch at Panari Resort Nyahururu. After lunch, continue through the Central Highlands and arrive in Nairobi in the evening, with drop-off at the hotel or residence and lasting memories.

Highlights of the day:

- Breakfast and check-out, scenic drive to Nyahururu
- Landscape shifts from dry wilderness to green highlands
- Visit Thomson’s Falls (74 m) with guided viewpoints and photos
- Lunch at Panari Resort Nyahururu
- Drive back through Central Highlands
- Evening drop-off in Nairobi, end of safari.

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.