Kenya · Luxury Safari

3-Day Samburu Luxury Safari from Nairobi with Special Six Wildlife

3 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Samburu's unique wildlife, including reticulated giraffes and Grevy's zebras
  • 02 Spot rare northern species known as the Samburu Special Six
  • 03 Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in a rugged semi-desert reserve
  • 04 Visit a Samburu village for an optional cultural experience

Embark on a 3-day safari to Samburu, one of Kenya's lesser-known national parks, set along the Ewaso Nyiro River, the biggest river in northern Kenya. This wildlife-rich reserve is home to big cats, African wild dogs, and rare northern species such as Grevy's zebra, the Somali ostrich, the reticulated giraffe, the long-necked gerenuk, Guenther's dik-dik, and the beisa oryx, known as the Samburu Special Six. Enjoy game drives through this rugged, semi-desert landscape, with the option to visit a Samburu village for a closer look at local culture.

Embark on a 3-day safari to Samburu, one of Kenya's lesser-known national parks, set along the Ewaso Nyiro River, the biggest river in northern Kenya.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Nairobi, Samburu
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Nairobi to Samburu Safari

  • Depart from Nairobi in the morning for Samburu, located in the rugged, semi-desert region to the north.
  • This area is known for its unique species rarely found elsewhere, such as reticulated giraffes, Grevy's zebras, kudus, Beisa oryx, Somali ostriches, gerenuks, and vulturine guinea fowls, among others.
  • Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a lodge.
2
Day 02

Full-Day Exploration of Samburu

  • Spend a full day exploring Samburu with morning and afternoon game drives.
  • You also have the option to visit Samburu villages to immerse yourself in the local culture. Meals and an overnight stay will be at a lodge.
3
Day 03

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

  • Embark on a pre-breakfast game drive, and after breakfast, depart for Nairobi, where you'll arrive in the afternoon.
  • Accommodation is in luxury tented camps and lodges.
Ewaso Nyiro River, Samburu National Reserve, Samburu villages

Where this trip takes you

Ewaso Nyiro River, Samburu National Reserve, Samburu villages

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transport in a safari van customized for game viewing
  • English-speaking driver
  • Game drives and guiding
  • All park entrance fees
  • Accommodation in a lodge
  • Meals on a full-board basis while on safari
  • Mineral water
  • Round-trip airport transfer

What's Not Included

  • Soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Things of a personal nature
  • International airfares and visa fees
  • Optional activities, unless specified as included
  • Tips and other gratuities

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $936.00 — $1,090.00
Double Sharing $936.00 — $1,090.00

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