3-Day Untamed North; Magical Samburu 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 safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel or airport in Nairobi. Drive north through the central highlands, passing scenic landscapes, tea and coffee plantations, and views of Mount Kenya.

Arrive in time for lunch and check-in at Samburu Simba Lodge. After some relaxation, head out for an afternoon game drive in Buffalo Springs Reserve, where you may spot elephants, lions, leopards, and the unique northern species. Return to the lodge for dinner and 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:

Samburu Simba Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Samburu National Reserve

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive in Buffalo Springs National Reserve with packed lunch. Explore the reserve along the Ewaso Nyiro River, a lifeline for wildlife in this dry region.

Search for the Samburu Special Five as well as predators such as lions and cheetahs. The open landscapes and fewer crowds offer excellent photography opportunities and uninterrupted wildlife viewing. Return to Samburu Simba Lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Samburu Simba Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Samburu - Nairobi

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning or optional short game drive before departing for Nairobi.

Arrive in the afternoon with drop-off at your hotel or airport, marking the end of your unique northern Kenya safari experience.

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.