3 Days Samburu National Reserve Private Safari

Depart Nairobi early in the morning heading North through the beautiful Kenyan countryside. Pass through pineapple fields and cross the equator at Nanyuki before arriving at Samburu National Reserve, a rugged and less-crowded safari gem known for its dramatic landscapes. Also a chartered flight can be organized upon request. Check in to your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch. After a short rest, enjoy your first afternoon game drive, where you may spot rare and unique species in the region such as the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, and Somali ostrich. Return to your lodge for to freshen up, dinner and an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, head out for a full-day game drive in the Samburu reserve. Explore the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, a water body that attarcts different animals and birds. Sight the elephants cooling off in the water, lions on hunting mode and leopards dining on the trees. Samburu is home to the rare “Samburu Special Five,” making it a truly unique destination. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush or return to camp for a hot meal, depending on your schedule. In the evening, unwind at the lodge, and enjoy stargazing in the quiet northern skies.

On your final day in Samburu National Reserve, you wake up early for a last game drive or a peaceful birdwatching session, taking advantage of the cool morning hours and the rich variety of over 400 bird species. After breakfast, you check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi bringing your short but immersive safari adventure to a close.