Discover the wild, untamed beauty of Samburu in three unforgettable days. Journey through the rugged northern landscapes, where iconic wildlife like Grevy’s zebras, reticulated giraffes, Somali ostriches, and majestic elephants roam freely along the Ewaso Ng’iro River. Explore sun-drenched savannahs, enjoy peaceful riverbank sunsets, and experience the rich culture of the Samburu people. This safari blends adventure, serenity, and rare wildlife sightings—perfect for travelers seeking a unique and intimate Kenyan wilderness escape.

Pick up from your hotel or airport and depart to Samburu National Reserve located in the Northern Kenya arriving in time for lunch.

After lunch, proceed for an afternoon game viewing in the reserve

Samburu is famous for its truly wild semi-arid landscape, and the large concentration of wild animals and bird-life. 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, impala, water-buck 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-fowll, yellow throated spur-fowl, lilac-breasted roller,  red-billed horn bill, secretary bird, Verreaux's eagle, superb starling, yellow-billed hornbill and vultures.The unique culture of The Samburu tribe who live in the region is the icing to cake for the amazing Samburu National Reserve.

Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa lodge (https://www.sopalodges.com/samburu-sopa-lodge/the-lodge)

Early morning game drive in the reserve. Later, return to the camp for breakfast. Rest of the mid-morning at relaxation. After lunch, proceed for an afternoon game drive in the reserve.
Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa lodge (https://www.sopalodges.com/samburu-sopa-lodge/the-lodge)

Early breakfast then check out followed by a short game drive of the reserve thereafter drive back to Nairobi with drop off at your hotel or airport.