3 Day Wildlife Safari in One of the Most Scenic Parks in Kenya, Samburu National Reserve Park
Safari in Kenya
Explore the unique landscapes and wildlife of Samburu National Reserve on this 3-day adventure. Explore one of the most scenic Parks in Kenya – Samburu National Reserve. Though lesser-known, the park is home to rare Northern wildlife species like Grevy Zebra, Somali ostrich, and Reticulated Giraffe.
Key information
- Starting point and ending point: Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or hotel) to Samburu National Reserve and back to Nairobi
- Languages spoken: English
- Information on park fees: All park entrance fees are included in the package
Highlights
- 4 game drives (morning, afternoon, and possibly sunset/evening drives)
- Spot big cats and unique wildlife like giraffes and zebras in Samburu National Reserve
- Enjoy game drives with sightings of elephants, buffalo, and diverse bird species
- Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
- Samburu National Reserve, Ewaso Nyiro River
- If park fees are included: Yes, park entrance fees are included
- 2 nights accommodation with full board meals
- Airport transfers
Styles
Accommodation
Enjoy your stay in Samburu Riverside Camp.
Located in the heart of the beautiful Samburu National Reserve and close to the mighty Ewaso Ng’iro River, Samburu Riverside Camp offers a natural environment with very little interference to the environment and its inhabitants. It is home to many birds, mongoose, vervet monkeys, tortoises, and elephants, to name a few.
Program
Day 1: Nairobi – Samburu
Meet-and-greet services on arrival in the morning at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or pick-up from your hotel at 07:30 hrs by an African Breeze Tours driver-guide. You will depart and drive north through the northern frontier district and on to Samburu Game Reserve. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in this reserve, famous for its exclusive game viewing. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
- Meal plan: Lunch and dinner.
Day 2: Samburu Full Day
Spend the whole day exploring Samburu Game Reserve, starting with an early morning game drive when the lighting is perfect for photography and wildlife is most active. Enjoy mid-morning and afternoon game drives, with the opportunity to spot all three big cats: lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
You have the option of taking picnic lunch boxes to spend the entire day in Samburu Game Reserve. There is also an optional visit to a Samburu village to learn about the unique culture of the Samburu tribe at an additional cost.
Samburu Game Reserve is home to a wide variety of wildlife and bird species. Several species are unique to the region, including its dry-country animals. In addition to lions, cheetahs, and leopards, you may also encounter elephants and buffalo. The Uaso Nyiro River contains a large number of Nile crocodiles. Other frequently seen mammals include gerenuk, Grant’s gazelle, Kirk’s dik-dik, impala, waterbuck, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx, and reticulated giraffe.
Over 400 species of birds have been recorded in Samburu Game Reserve. These include the Somali ostrich, grey-headed kingfisher, sunbird, bee-eater, marabou stork, tawny eagle, bateleur, vulturine guineafowl, lilac-breasted roller, palm-nut vulture, red-billed hornbill, secretary bird, Verreaux’s eagle, superb starling, yellow-billed hornbill, and various vultures.
- Dinner and overnight at the camp.
- Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: Samburu – Nairobi
Embark on an early morning game drive at sunrise when predators are most active, then return to the camp for breakfast. After breakfast, depart Samburu National Reserve, enjoying the last picturesque views of the reserve before arriving in Nairobi in the afternoon.
You will be dropped off at either your hotel or the airport to connect with your homebound flight, depending on the arrangements, marking the end of your safari.
- Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch.
Included excursions
Explore one of most scenic Parks in Kenya – Samburu National Reserve. Though lesser-known, the park home to rare Northern wildlife species like Grevy Zebra, Somali ostrich and Reticulated Giraffe.
Location
Samburu National Reserve, located in northern Kenya along the Ewaso Nyiro River, is known for its stunning landscapes and unique wildlife.
Food
- Meals on full board basis while on safari
- Mineral water
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
What's included
- Transport in a safari van customized for game viewing or with option to upgrade to 4x4 land cruiser jeep
- English speaking driver/guide
- Game drives
- 2 nights accommodation in camp
- Meals on full board basis while on safari
- Mineral water
- All park entrance fees
- Airport transfers
What's not included
- Soft and alcoholic drinks
- Things of personal nature
- International airfares, visa fees
- Optional activities unless specified as included
- Tips and other gratitude
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
221 km
Transfer included
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 15% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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