3-Day Samburu Game Reserve 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

● Your 3-day adventure begins as your expert driver/guide picks you up at 07:30 hrs
from your Nairobi hotel, residence, or the Nairobi airport.
● Embark on a scenic journey through Kenya's central highlands, witnessing small
coffee, tea, sisal, and pineapple farms along the way.
● Marvel at the majestic snow-capped Mount Kenya, the pride of the country and its
tallest peak.
● Arrive at the off-the-beaten-path Samburu National Reserve, known for its calming
ambiance and unique wildlife, including Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, and the Somali
Ostrich.
● Check into your chosen accommodation, ranging from economy to luxury safari
lodges or tented camps.
● Enjoy a delicious lunch and later set out for an afternoon game drive in Samburu,
exploring the diverse landscapes and encountering the local Samburu communtities.
● Return to your lodge or camp for a delightful dinner.

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:

Budget camping

• Just outside Samburu NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Samburu National Reserve - Shaba National Reserve Exploration

● After breakfast, depart for Shaba National Reserve, a neighboring park with a greener
landscape featuring forests, woodlands, and the iconic Shaba Hill Volcano.
● Explore the dramatic scenery of Shaba, including riverside forests, scattered
woodlands, and dry grasslands dominated by the Shaba Hill volcano.
● Encounter unique wildlife, including the endangered Grevy's zebra and the rare
Williams's lark.
● Spot lots of Klipspringer and hyrax in the hills, adding to the richness of your safari
experience.
● Indulge in a picnic lunch surrounded by the natural wonders of Shaba.
● Return to Samburu National Reserve in the late afternoon, allowing for additional
game viewing.
● Relax and savor another delightful dinner at your lodge or camp.

Main Destination:

Shaba 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 Shaba NR

HippoCommon

ElephantOccasional

GiraffeOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

ZebraOccasional

LionRare

Show more

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

HyenaRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogRare to None

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Just outside Shaba NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Buffalo Springs National Reserve and Return to Nairobi

● Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Buffalo Springs National Reserve,
known for its old lava flows, volcanic soils, and riverine forest along the Ewaso Ngiro
River.
● Witness the alkaline grasslands, occasional springs, and swamps that contribute to
the unique ecosystem of Buffalo Springs.
● Encounter game species common to Kenya's northern plains, including Oryx,
Gerenuk, Somali Ostrich, Grevy's zebra, Grant's Zebra, and Reticulated Giraffe.
● Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the natural beauty of Buffalo Springs.
● After lunch, embark on the journey back to Nairobi, reflecting on the extraordinary
wildlife and landscapes witnessed during your 3-day safari.
● Arrive in Nairobi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, residence, or the airport,
marking the end of your Samburu, Shaba, Buffalo Springs adventure with Kentau.

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.