Kenya · Safari

5-Day Samburu and Ol Pejeta Safari with Chimpanzee Sanctuary

5 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Samburu's semi-desert landscapes and spot Grevy's Zebra, Reticulated Giraffe, and Somali Ostrich
  • 02 Experience Samburu's tranquil wilderness with excellent wildlife and bird viewing
  • 03 Visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
  • 04 See the protected black rhino habitat at Ol Pejeta
  • 05 Look out for the Big Five and enjoy intimate wildlife encounters at Sweet Waters

Embark on a thrilling 5-day safari from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve and Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Discover Samburu's semi-desert landscapes and distinctive wildlife, including Grevy's Zebra, Reticulated Giraffe, and Somali Ostrich, before continuing to Ol Pejeta for outstanding game viewing and conservation experiences. Enjoy guided game drives, look out for the Big Five, and visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and protected black rhino habitat.

In the afternoon, go on an evening game drive that includes a stop at the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a delightful haven built by the Jane Goodall Institute to offer sanctuary for orphaned chimps, as well as the carefully protected and guarded black rhino habitat, which is home to forty gorgeous individuals.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

From Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

  • Pick up at the hotel or airport and depart for Samburu National Reserve.
  • Travel north of the Equator to Samburu National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch and rest at Ashnil Samburu Camp.
  • In the afternoon, head out on an evening game drive on the outskirts of Kenya's semi-desert areas, where you may see some of the region's animals and plants, such as Grevy's Zebra, Reticulated Giraffe, and Somali Ostrich.

Dinner and accommodation at the lodge/camp.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Samburu

  • After breakfast, depart on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. The tranquil ambience and true wilderness experience set Samburu apart from Kenya's more well-known wildlife reserves. There is plenty of wildlife, and bird viewing is incredibly good. The reserve is rather hot and semi-arid, making game-watching easy.

Dinner and accommodation at the lodge/camp.

3
Day 03

Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

  • After breakfast, drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, arriving at Sweetwater Serena Camp in time for lunch, then relax with the beautiful scenery as your backdrop.
  • In the afternoon, go on an evening game drive that includes a stop at the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a delightful haven built by the Jane Goodall Institute to offer sanctuary for orphaned chimps, as well as the carefully protected and guarded black rhino habitat, which is home to forty gorgeous individuals.

Dinner and accommodation at the lodge/camp.

4
Day 04

Wildlife Viewing in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

  • After breakfast, set off on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. The conservancy is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including the Big Five - elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, and buffalo - as well as smaller species. Sweet Waters has the highest game ratio of any Kenyan park or reserve by acreage, making for outstanding game viewing.
  • Furthermore, the lodge has its own private watering hole and salt lick, ensuring exceptional intimate interactions.

Dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge/camp.

5
Day 05

Final Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

  • Explore the conservancy one last time, hoping to glimpse the wildlife you might have missed.
  • Return to the camp for a sumptuous breakfast after an early morning game drive.
  • After that, depart for Nairobi, arriving with plenty of time to be dropped off at the hotel or airport.

This marks the end of your 5-day Samburu National Reserve and Ol Pejeta Conservancy safari.

Samburu National Reserve semi-desert plains, Sweet Waters watering hole, Chimpanzee Sanctuary at Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Where this trip takes you

Samburu National Reserve semi-desert plains, Sweet Waters watering hole, Chimpanzee Sanctuary at Ol Pejeta Conservancy

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 3 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 3 meals while on safari
  • Specified accommodation
  • Transport in a safari vehicle
  • Park entrance fees
  • English/French-speaking guide
  • Game drives
  • Bottled drinking water

What's Not Included

  • All airport taxes, international flights, and visas
  • Insurance, medication, and cancellation
  • Premium drinks/beverages with meals
  • Driver and hotel staff tips and gratuities
  • Activities/excursions not listed on the itinerary

Know before you go

  • Accommodation on the first night in Nairobi is excluded from the package.
  • Transfers from the airport to the hotel on arrival in the country can be arranged at an extra cost.
  • Rates are based on a minimum of 2 pax.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, NBO (NBO), Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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