7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS: SAMBURU

ABOUT the tour

Discover the untamed beauty of Samburu through carefully crafted safari experiences set in one of Kenya’s most unique and culturally rich regions. Known for its dramatic landscapes, rare wildlife species, and vibrant Samburu culture, this destination offers an authentic and less-crowded safari adventure. Each itinerary is thoughtfully designed to include immersive game drives along the Ewaso Nyiro River, encounters with the “Samburu Special Five,” scenic northern Kenya landscapes, and meaningful cultural interactions — all while ensuring comfort, safety, and exceptional value. A Samburu safari delivers a raw, distinctive, and unforgettable Kenyan wilderness experience.

TOUR DETAILS

  • Safari Type: Northern Kenya Wildlife & Culture Safari
  • Transport: Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser (Pop-up Roof)
  • Guide: Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Start / End: Nairobi
  • Best For: First-time visitors, photographers, nature & culture lovers
  • Price: $3,165 pp
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Detailed itinerary

DAY 1: NAIROBI – SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

  • 06:00 – 06:30 hrs | Pick-up & Safari Briefing
    Pick-up from Nairobi Hotel / JKIA Airport. Meet your guide and receive a briefing covering safety, itinerary overview, and wildlife photography tips.

  • 06:00 – 06:30 hrs | Pick-up & Safari Briefing
    Pick-up from Nairobi Hotel / JKIA Airport. Meet your guide and receive a briefing covering safety, itinerary overview, and wildlife photography tips.

  • 09:30 – 10:00 hrs | Refreshment Stop
    Coffee / washroom break.

  • 11:30 – 12:00 hrs | Isiolo Town Stop
    Brief stop at Isiolo, the gateway to Northern Kenya.

  • 11:30 – 12:00 hrs | Isiolo Town Stop
    Brief stop at Isiolo, the gateway to Northern Kenya.

  • 14:30 – 18:30 hrs | Afternoon Game Drive – Samburu NR
    Explore the Ewaso Nyiro River ecosystem.
    Wildlife highlights include the Samburu Special Five, elephants, giraffes, lions, and leopards.
    Enjoy sunset photography.

  • 19:30 hrs | Dinner & Overnight

  • 14:30 – 17:30 hrs | Guided Nature Walk (Mount Kenya Foothills) | Indigenous forest walk, rivers & bamboo forest, wildlife including Colobus monkeys, bushbucks, birds, photography of Mount Kenya peaks (Batian & Nelion).

  • Accommodation – Ashnil Samburu Camp

DAY 2: FULL DAY SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

  • 05:45 hrs | Wake-up Call & Tea / Coffee

  • 06:15 – 09:15 hrs | Sunrise Game Drive
    Prime time for predators, elephants crossing the river, and rich birdlife along Ewaso Nyiro.

  • 09:30 – 10:30 hrs | Breakfast at Lodge

  • 11:00 – 13:00 hrs | Mid-Morning Leisure
    Relax at the lodge viewing deck or enjoy an optional wildlife interpretation talk.

  • 13:00 – 14:00 hrs | Lunch

  • 15:00 – 18:30 hrs | Afternoon Game Drive
    Visit less crowded zones, track lions and cheetahs, and capture golden-hour wildlife photography.

  • 19:30 hrs | Dinner & Overnight

  • 19:30 hrs | Dinner & Overnight

DAY 3: SAMBURU – BUFFALO SPRINGS & CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

  • 06:30 – 07:00 hrs | Breakfast

  • 06:30 – 07:00 hrs | Breakfast & Check-out / Depart for Lake Nakuru

  • 07:00 – 10:30 hrs | Morning Game Drive – Buffalo Springs NR
    Explore volcanic springs and grasslands.
    Spot Grevy’s zebras, oryx, giraffes, and diverse birdlife near water points.

  • 11:30 – 13:00 hrs | Samburu Cultural Village Visit
    Visit a traditional manyatta.
    Experience Samburu customs, nomadic lifestyle, traditional dances, beadwork, and storytelling.

  • 13:30 – 14:30 hrs | Lunch at Lodge

  • 15:00 – 18:30 hrs | Afternoon Game Drive
    Track elephants and predators, visit crocodile & hippo zones, and enjoy sunset views along the river.

  • 19:30 hrs | Dinner & Overnight
    Accommodation – Samburu

DAY 4: SAMBURU – LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

  • 06:00 – 06:30 hrs | Breakfast & Check-out

  • 06:00 – 06:30 hrs | Breakfast & Check-out

  • 13:00 – 14:00 hrs | Lunch En-route

  • 14:30 – 18:30 hrs | Afternoon Game Drive – Lake Nakuru NP
    Wildlife highlights include flamingos & pelicans (seasonal), black and white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffaloes, and lions.

  • 14:00 – 17:30 hrs | Hell’s Gate National Park | Cycling among wildlife (optional), walk through Ol Njorowa Gorge, visit Fischer’s Tower & geothermal steam vents, dramatic rock formations & scenery.

  • 19:00 hrs | Dinner & Overnight
    Accommodation – Flamingo Hill Tented Camp

DAY 5: FULL DAY LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

  • 06:15 – 08:30 hrs | Early Morning Game Drive
    Rhinos grazing, lakeshore birdlife, and predators returning from hunts.

  • 09:00 hrs | Breakfast at Lodge

  • 13:30 hrs | Arrive in Maasai Mara & Lunch at Camp

  • 10:30 – 12:00 hrs | Baboon Cliff Viewpoint Visit
    Panoramic lake views and photography stops.
  • 12:30 – 13:30 hrs | Lunch

  • 14:00 – 15:00 hrs | Makalia Waterfall Visit
    Short nature walk and scenic photography.

  • 15:30 – 18:30 hrs | Afternoon Game Drive
    Explore the southern park section, woodland and savannah habitats.

  • 15:30 – 18:30 hrs | Afternoon Game Drive
    Explore the southern park section, woodland and savannah habitats.

DAY 6: LAKE NAKURU – LEISURE & PHOTOGRAPHY

  • 08:00 hrs | Breakfast

  • 09:00 – 12:00 hrs | Lodge Leisure / Optional Nature Walk
    Relaxation, birdwatching, and scenic views.

  • 12:30 – 13:30 hrs | Lunch

  • 14:30 – 18:30 hrs | Final Game Drive / Photography Safari
    Capture unique wildlife moments and visit scenic viewpoints.

  • 19:00 hrs | Farewell Dinner & Overnight
    Accommodation – Lake Nakuru

DAY 7: LAKE NAKURU – NAIROBI

  • 07:00 – 08:00 hrs | Breakfast & Check-out

  • 08:00 – 12:00 hrs | Transfer to Nairobi
    Drive via Rift Valley viewpoints.

  • 12:00 hrs | Arrival in Nairobi
    Drop-off at hotel or airport.

  • 08:00 – 12:00 hrs | Transfer to Nairobi
    Drive via Rift Valley viewpoints.

  • END OF SAFARI SERVICES

PACKAGE INCLUDE

  • Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Park fees (Samburu, Buffalo Springs, Lake Nakuru)
  • Samburu cultural village visit
  • 6 nights’ accommodation
  • All meals as specified
  • Game drives as per itinerary
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Government taxes & levies
PACKAGE EXCLUDES

  • International / domestic flights
  • Visa & travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Alcoholic & soft drinks
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Personal expense
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