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Kenya Safari in Samburu National Reserve

Nestled in the arid northern region of Kenya, Samburu National Reserve is a captivating gem. Known for its rugged beauty and distinctive wildlife, Samburu is a haven for species rarely seen elsewhere, such as the Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, and the reticulated giraffe. The Ewaso Ng'iro River runs through the reserve, drawing a vibrant array of animals, including elephants and lions. The reserve’s landscapes are both stark and stunning, with its dramatic hills and acacia-dotted plains providing a striking backdrop for a safari adventure.

Key information

  • Group safari
  • Starts and ends in Nairobi
  • English-speaking guide
  • Park fees included

Highlights

  • Explore Samburu National Reserve
  • Opportunity to see African big cats, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, etc.
  • Transportation in a customized pop-up roofed safari land cruiser
  • 2 nights accommmodation
  • Daily meals and drinking water are provided while on safari
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi

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3 activity days
Group size: Maximum of 100 participants
Airport transfer available:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (US$ 20 per person)
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Accommodation

Check-in Time:
07:00
Check-out Time:
11:00

During the holiday, you will stay at Lion’s Cave Camp Samburu.

Program

Nestled in the arid northern region of Kenya, Samburu National Reserve is a captivating gem. Known for its rugged beauty and distinctive wildlife, Samburu is a haven for species rarely seen elsewhere, such as the Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, and the reticulated giraffe. The Ewaso Ng'iro River runs through the reserve, drawing a vibrant array of animals, including elephants and lions. The reserve’s landscapes are both stark and stunning, with its dramatic hills and acacia-dotted plains providing a striking backdrop for a safari adventure.

Samburu’s wildlife

The reserve is rich in wildlife, with an abundance of rare northern specialist species such as the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and the beisa oryx (also referred to as Samburu Special Five). The reserve is also home to elephants and large predators such as the lion, leopard and cheetah. Kamunyak, the miracle lioness who adopted the baby oryx, was as a resident in the reserve. Wild dog sightings are also a common attraction to this unique protected area.

A daily highlight of the area’s dry season is the visits to watering holes called ‘Sarara Singing Wells’ by Samburu warriors. The warriors descend into the holes, which can be up to 10 meters deep. They then pass water hand-to-hand to the waiting cattle while chanting their traditional Samburu songs.

Birdlife is abundant, with over 450 species recorded. The Samburu ecosystem of vegetation in this arid region supports a very wide range of smaller birds. You’re not likely to miss the big flocks of vividly plumaged helmeted and vulturine guinea fowl, while among the many birds of prey, the pygmy falcon and martial eagle from opposite ends of the raptor spectrum are both easily seen, as are Kori, Heuglin’s and buff-crested bustards, and lots of weavers, shrikes, woodpeckers, and flycatchers, as well as the distinctive, blue-skinned Somali ostrich, which you’ll see stepping out across the plains.

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive from Nairobi to Samburu

Your driver guide will pick you up at the airport or your hotel in Nairobi. After a meet and greet, he will escort you to your car and commence the drive to Samburu National Reserve, arriving for lunch at the camp. After check in and lunch, you will go for an afternoon game drive or an optional visit to a local Samburu village at 16:00 and return to the lodge before dusk for dinner and an overnight stay at Lion’s Cave Camp Samburu.

Day 2: Full day Game drives in Samburu National Reserve

After early breakfast at the camp at 7 a.m., join your safari driver guide and depart for a full-day game viewing drive with picnic lunch boxes to Samburu National Reserve, famous for its truly wild semi-arid landscape and the large concentration of wild animals and birdlife.

Together with the adjoining Shaba and Buffalo Springs national reserves, Samburu is popular for hosting the rare Northern-Kenya animal species (Gerenuk, Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa Oryx and Somali Ostrich) which are not found in the other popular parks and reserves in Kenya. It is also home to all the African big cats (lion, cheetah, and leopard), alongside other big game including elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, impalas, waterbucks, and many others.

Samburu is also a renowned bird watching haven, with hundreds of bird species resident here. These include kingfisher, bee-eaters, tawny eagle, guinea-fowl, yellow throated spur-fowl, lilac-breasted roller, red-billed hornbill, secretary bird, Verreaux’s eagle, superb starling, yellow-billed hornbill and vultures. Dinner and overnight stay at Lion’s Cave Camp Samburu.

Day 3: Samburu to Nairobi

After breakfast, check out, and onward departure back to Nairobi. Arrive Nairobi in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your flight home.

Location

Samburu National Reserve

Nestled in the arid northern region of Kenya, Samburu National Reserve is a captivating gem for those seeking a unique safari experience. Far from the well-trodden paths of Kenya’s more famous parks like Maasai Mara or Amboseli, Samburu offers a rugged, untamed beauty and an extraordinary range of wildlife that sets it apart.

The Ewaso Ng’iro River runs through the reserve, drawing a vibrant array of animals, including elephants and lions. With its stark landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and a plethora of wildlife species, Samburu is a destination that promises adventure and discovery.

Samburu National Reserve covers approximately 165 square kilometers and is situated along the banks of the Ewaso Ng’iro River. The river, a lifeline of the arid landscape, serves wildlife, domestic animals, and humans alike.

It gets its name from the colour of its waters. Brown water, is what Ewaso Nyiro means in the local language. The reserve’s landscape is a mesmerizing contrast of arid scrublands and lush riverine vegetation. The river acts as a lifeline, supporting an ecosystem that thrives in this otherwise dry environment. The backdrop is dominated by the rugged, picturesque Samburu Hills and the distant, sometimes snow-capped, peaks of Mount Kenya, which create a dramatic and ever-changing panorama.

The climate in Samburu is generally hot and dry, with temperatures often soaring above 30°C (86°F). However, the occasional rainfall transforms the reserve into a vibrant tapestry of colors, making it a spectacular sight for visitors. The varied topography provides numerous opportunities for exploration, from game drives across expansive plains to walks through shaded riverine forests.

Food

Daily meals and drinking water are provided while on safari.

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)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation

Things to do (optional)

An optional visit to Samburu Village is available for 50 USD per person.

What's included

  • Transport in a customized pop-up roofed shared safari land cruiser vehicle fitted with radio call
  • Game parks or national parks entry fees
  • 2 nights accommodation as per the program
  • 3 daily meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Services of a professional English-speaking driver guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
  • Bottled drinking water while on safari

What's not included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Items and services of personal nature
  • Visa fees to Kenya
  • International flights to and from Kenya
  • Optional Samburu Village visit (50 USD per person)

How to get there

Recommended Airports

Airport: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Airport transfer available: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (US$ 20 per person) Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.

Cancellation Policy

  • A reservation requires a deposit of 30% 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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