Kenya · Safari

3-Day Samburu Wildlife Safari from Nairobi with the Samburu Special Five

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

Somali Ostrich at Samburu National Reserve

The journey

Trip highlights

01 See the unique landscapes of Samburu, from desert and savannah to lush forest
02 Look out for the Samburu special five, including Grevy's zebras and reticulated giraffes
03 Enjoy game drives in search of lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, gazelles, and more
04 Spot Somali ostrich and other bird species in this rewarding birdwatching destination

Explore the unique landscape of Samburu National Reserve, where deserts, lush forests, and savannahs meet and the Ewaso Nyiro River carves its way through the region. Look out for wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, and gazelles, and keep an eye out for the Samburu special five. The park is also rewarding for birdwatching, with Somali ostrich and other bird species found here.

Explore the unique landscape of Samburu National Reserve, where deserts, lush forests, and savannahs meet and the Ewaso Nyiro River carves its way through the region.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nanyuki, Nairobi, Samburu

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Shaba Game Reserve

Depart Nairobi at 07:00 and drive south along the Central Kenya Highlands, arriving at Shaba Game Reserve in time for lunch.
Indulge in swimming, relaxation, and plenty of leisurely activities.
Head out on an evening game drive in search of wildlife.

Dinner and overnight at a lodge/camp. (Lunch & Dinner)

Day 02

Game Drives in Samburu National Reserve

Leave for a morning game drive at 07:00 am. This magnificent reserve offers an opportunity to see rare species, including the Samburu special five (Grevy's zebras, reticulated giraffes, gerenuks, Maasai ostrich, and the oryx). Other commonly spotted animals include elephants, lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, gazelles, dik-dik, and waterbucks.
Return to the lodge/camp for lunch, followed by leisurely activities and relaxation.
Go for an evening game drive at 04:00 pm and continue until sunset.

Dinner and overnight at a camp/lodge. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 03

Pre-Breakfast Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Go on a pre-breakfast game drive at 06:30 am.
Return to the lodge/camp for breakfast.
Journey back to Nairobi, with a lunch stop at Nanyuki on the way.

Where this trip takes you

Samburu National Reserve, Ewaso Nyiro River, Shaba Game Reserve, deserts and savannahs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Nairobi 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transport in customized 8-seater tour vans with an open roof for excellent game viewing
2 nights' accommodation
Meals as per the itinerary on a full-board basis
Services of a professional English-speaking Kenyan tour guide
All game drives as detailed in the itinerary
1 bottle of mineral water per person during game drives
Government taxes