4-Day Samburu National Reserve & Ol Pejeta Guided Safari

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

Journey to Samburu National Reserve & Afternoon Game Drive through Kenya's Wild North

Your adventure begins with pickup from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) or your hotel/residence in Nairobi. Meet your professional safari guide and set off on a scenic drive north through Kenya's picturesque highlands, passing coffee and tea plantations before descending into the rugged landscapes of Samburu County. Enjoy brief stops along the way to stretch, admire the scenery, and capture memorable photos.

Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out on your first exciting afternoon game drive in Samburu National Reserve. Renowned for its unique wildlife, Samburu is home to the rare Samburu Special Five - Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk - as well as elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, crocodiles, and over 450 bird species. As the sun begins to set, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

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 Elephant 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 Day Samburu NR Game Drives - Samburu Special Five & Big Cats

Wake up to the sights and sounds of the African wilderness before enjoying an early breakfast. Today is dedicated to exploring the remarkable landscapes of Samburu National Reserve, giving you the best opportunity to encounter its extraordinary wildlife. Set out on morning and afternoon game drives, with a break for lunch and relaxation at your lodge or camp during the hottest part of the day.

Follow the life-giving Ewaso Nyiro River, where elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles, and hippos gather to drink, while predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs patrol the surrounding plains. Keep your camera ready for the famous Samburu Special Five - Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and the long-necked gerenuk - species found only in northern Kenya. Bird enthusiasts will also enjoy spotting some of the reserve's 450+ recorded bird species. After a spectacular scenery, return to your accommodation for dinner and your second overnight stay in Samburu.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Samburu Elephant Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy - Rhinos, Chimpanzees, and Guided Game Drives

After an early breakfast, check out of your lodge and bid farewell to Samburu as you journey south toward the world-renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy, enjoying scenic views of Kenya's central highlands along the way. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp before setting out on an exciting afternoon game drive.

Ol Pejeta Conservancy is East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary and home to the world's last two remaining northern white rhinos. During your game drive, you'll have excellent chances of spotting rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, and many other wildlife species.
You may also visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only place in Kenya where rescued chimpanzees can be seen in a protected environment. As the sun sets over the conservancy, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.

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

Show more

HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters, Nanyuki

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Guided Game Drive & Scenic Return to Nairobi

Start your final day with an early breakfast before embarking on one last morning game drive through Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The cool morning hours offer excellent wildlife viewing opportunities as many animals are at their most active. Keep watch for black and white rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and a variety of birdlife while soaking in the beauty of this remarkable conservation area.

After your memorable safari, begin the scenic drive back to Nairobi with a stop for lunch en route (at your own expense unless included). Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, where your driver-guide will drop you off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), your hotel, or your residence, marking the end of an unforgettable 4-day safari through Samburu National Reserve and Ol Pejeta Conservancy.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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.