4-Day Mt Ololokwe Hike & Authentic Samburu Cultural Tour

• 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 Sabache

You will be picked up from Nairobi at 0630hrs for an early start to beat the soaring desert temperatures. Upon arrival at Sabache, you will marvel at the panoramic backdrop of dramatic hills and cascading landscapes that define Samburu, one of Kenya's driest regions. After settling in and relaxing during the afternoon heat, you will take a guided walking safari along the camp's hiking trails to spot wildlife like resident leopards, elephants, and wild dogs. The evening concludes with traditional songs and dance around the campfire, followed by a dinner under the spectacular African stars before your overnight stay at Sabache Eco Camp.

Main Destination:

Samburu Village (Cultural Village)

Activities:

• Evening walking safari (with an armed guide)

Accommodation:

Sabache Camp

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mount Ololokwe

Today you will conquer the distinctive flat-topped sacred Mt. Ololokwe, a massive mountain rising out of the desert plains that harbors rare flora, seven natural springs, and over 250 bird species. You will embark on a 3 to 5-hour trek each way through trails suitable for all fitness levels, discovering unique rock formations like the "Eye of God" and "Elephant Walk rock" while searching for summit residents like buffalo and elephant. After enjoying a picnic lunch at the Namunya "Rhino" River spring, return to base camp to relax with showers, fireside drinks, and a sit-down dinner.

Main Destination:

Mount Ololokwe

Activities:

• Morning nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Sabache Camp

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Chappulo Lugga & Cultural Village Visit

You will trek across the Samburu plains and along sandy riverbeds toward the legendary Chapulo Lugga, keeping an eye out for grazing Greater Kudu along the hillsides. After a shaded acacia lunch, you will witness the captivating ancestral tradition of the Singing Wells, where Samburu warriors form human chains and chant traditional songs to draw water for their livestock. The afternoon is spent at an authentic Samburu village learning fire-making, archery, and traditional rock games with the warriors, while the women share their intricate bead-making and weaving crafts before you return to camp for a three-course dinner.

Main Destination:

Chappulo Lugga

Activities:

• Morning nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Sabache Camp

• Mid-range tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Sabache to Nairobi

Following a hearty morning breakfast at the camp, you will pack your bags, check out, and begin the scenic drive back to Nairobi.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

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