5-Day Samburu and Ol Pejeta Safari

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

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

Depart Nairobi early and drive past the fertile central highlands and Mount Kenya, crossing into the dramatic semi-arid landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. Arrive at your safari lodge in time for a fresh lunch. At 03:30 PM, enjoy your first game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River to spot desert elephants, lions, and leopards as they gather to drink during the cooler evening hours.

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:

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

Exploring Samburu National Reserve

Spend a full day exploring Samburu's rugged plains. Morning and afternoon safaris give you the chance to track the "Samburu Special Five"—the reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Grevy's zebra, beisa oryx, and long-necked gerenuk. Watch predators hunting in the golden grasslands and enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch under the shade of acacia trees before returning to camp.

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)

Samburu Reserve to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Enjoy a morning breakfast in Samburu before driving south toward the Laikipia Plateau, arriving at the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy for lunch. This premier sanctuary sits directly on the equator. Set out on a game drive across the open savannah, which boasts the highest predator density in Kenya outside the Mara, offering views of lions and cheetahs.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

Black RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Maisha Sweetwaters Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Tracking Wildlife in Ol Pejeta

Spend the day discovering Ol Pejeta’s incredible conservation landmarks. Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary to see rescued primates, and head to the heavily guarded rhino sanctuary to view endangered black and white rhinos. Enjoy a full slate of morning and afternoon game drives tracking the Big Five, with the stunning, jagged peaks of Mount Kenya acting as your backdrop.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Accommodation:

Maisha Sweetwaters Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Final Morning Safari & Return to Nairobi

Wake up for a final, early morning game drive to catch active predators on the hunt as the sun rises over Mount Kenya. Return to your lodge for a hearty breakfast before checking out. Enjoy a scenic drive back through the rolling countryside of central Kenya, arriving in Nairobi by mid-afternoon for your safe drop-off at your hotel, residence, or the airport.

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.