3-Day Samburu Simba Lodge Private Tour Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts cannot be arranged by this operator.

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve 06:00 AM – 07:00 AM:

Depart early from Nairobi (recommended to beat city traffic via the Thika Road / Eastern Bypass).
Drive north through agricultural central Kenya, catching glimpses of the slopes of Mt. Kenya as you cross the equator near Nanyuki.

Noon 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM:

Arrive at Samburu / Buffalo Springs and check into Samburu Simba Lodge. Settle in and enjoy a welcoming hot lunch overlooking the stunning savannah landscape.

Afternoon 03:30 PM – 06:30 PM:

Head out on your first official afternoon game drive. Explore the acacia-dotted plains and riverine forests alongside the Ewaso Nyiro River searching for elephants, lions, leopards, and the Samburu Special Five.
Return to the lodge as the sun sets over the northern scrublands.

Freshen up, enjoy dinner, and relax by the bar or lounge

Meals: Lunch, dinner and water.

Accommodation: Samburu Simba Lodge.

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

Activities:

• Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof minivan)

Accommodation:

Samburu Simba Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Samburu National Reserve

Full Day Exploration of Samburu & Buffalo Springs06:30 AM – 10:30 AM:

Hearty breakfast, embark on an early morning game drive when predators are most active and the lighting is ideal for photography. Keep an eye out for leopards lounging in the trees or cheetahs scanning the plains.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM:

Relax during the warm midday hours. Take a dip in the lodge's swimming pool, watch wildlife wander near the waterholes or riverbanks from your private balcony, or indulge ina spa treatment.

1:00 PM: Lunch at the main restaurant.

03:30 PM – 06:30 PM:

Head out for an afternoon game drive. You can choose to explore Buffalo Springs National Reserve across the river, known for its historic watering oasis, sparkling springs, and massive herds of elephants.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at Samburu Simba Lodge.

Accommodation: Samburu Simba Lodge.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof minivan)

Accommodation:

Samburu Simba Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Samburu National Reserve to Nairobi

08:00 AM: Breakfast & Check-out for Nairobi
Begin your scenic return journey southward to Nairobi.

03:00 PM – 05:00 PM: Arrive back in Nairobi, where you can be dropped off at your residence, hotel, or the airport (JKIA) to conclude your safari.

Optional Activity:

Arrange a cultural visit to a local Samburu Manyatta (village $ 20 pp) to learn about the traditional lifestyle, beadwork, and dances of the pastoralist community.

Meals: Breakfast and water.

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 cannot be arranged by this operator.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.