Shades of Africa Safaris

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$1,626 to $2,399 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve (Flight)

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve (Flight)

We will pick you up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer you to Wilson Airport, arriving one hour before your 9:15 AM flight to Samburu National Reserve. The flight takes approximately 1.5 hours.

Upon arrival, your camp’s driver-guide will meet you and transfer you to camp in a 4x4 safari vehicle. Settle into your luxury tent at this established camp, beautifully located along the Ewaso Ng’iro River. Enjoy lunch and some leisure time before heading out at approximately 3:30 PM for an afternoon game drive to explore Samburu’s spectacular landscapes and unique wildlife. The safari vehicle may be shared with other camp guests. Return to camp between 6:00 PM and 6:30 PM for dinner and an evening of relaxation.

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
Activities:
  • Evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Enjoy a Full day in Samburu Game Reserve

Enjoy a Full day in Samburu Game Reserve

Today you have an early rise for your estimated 6.15am Safari game drive during which you will see more of the Samburu’s wildlife. Early morning, and late afternoon are considered the best times to spot animals at their most active.
Return to the camp for a relaxed breakfast – rest of the morning at leisure. The camp has a swimming pool and also offers a variety of add-on activities, such as nature walks { some optional activities are a extra cost }.
After the sumptuous lunch, take a late afternoon safari game drive before returning to the camp by evening [ typically 6pm] in time for a relaxed evening which may be enlivened by entertainment provided by the camp, followed by dinner.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Return to Nairobi

Return to Nairobi

After breakfast, proceed to check out. You now bid Farewell to samburu - as you will be transferred to the nearby airstrip for your return flight to Nairobi [ flying time approx 1.5 hours]. Upon arrival in Nairobi, we’ll have our Driver-guide waiting for you at the Wilson Airport for onward transfer to your hotel or to the International airport.

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)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Shades of Africa Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Shades of Africa Safaris.