3-Day Sarova Shaba Lodge Samburu Private 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 Shaba National Reserve
06:00 AM – 07:00 AM: Depart early from Nairobi heading north via the Thika Highway, driving past the scenic slopes of Mt. Kenya.

Mid-Morning: Stop briefly at the Nanyuki Equator crossing point for photos & a stretch before continuing toward Isiolo & Shaba. If weather permits you will be able see Mt. Kenya.

1:00 PM: Arrive at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge in time for a warm welcome with a chilled juice & hand towel, followed by a delicious buffet lunch. Take time to settle into your chalet-style room overlooking the river or spring-fed gardens.

03:30 PM – 06:30 PM: Head out on your first afternoon game drive across the rugged terrain of Shaba National Reserve. Look out for herds of elephants, lions & unique northern wildlife.

07:30 PM: Return to the lodge to experience Sarova Shaba's signature evening crocodile feeding session along the riverbanks, followed by a cozy dinner & drinks.

Meals: Lunch, dinner & water.

Accommodation: Sarova Shaba Game 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:

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Samburu National Reserve

Full-Day Game Drive & Cultural Exploration

06:15 AM – 11:00 AM: Set off on an early morning game drive when predators like leopards and cheetahs are most active in the cool morning air.

Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast. Spend your midday relaxing by the gun-shaped free-form swimming pool, unwinding with a treatment at the Tulia Wellness Spa, or taking a guided nature/bird walk on the property to spot some of the area's 350+ bird species.

03:30 PM – 06:30 PM: Embark on an afternoon game drive or explore across reserves into Samburu/Buffalo Springs.

Evening: Treat yourself to an unforgettable sundowner cocktail on the rocks overlooking the Shaba plains, followed by a traditional bush dinner or a lantern-lit meal under the stars.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Water will be provided.

Accommodation: Sarova Shaba Game Lodge.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof minivan)

Accommodation:

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR

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.