3 Days Samburu Safari

3 days, 2 nights · From USD 465 per person · Budget

Quick answer

The 3-day Samburu safari takes you to northern Kenya to see the 'Samburu Special Five': Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa oryx. These species are not found in the Masai Mara, and the Ewaso Ng'iro River draws elephants and leopards.

Duration
3 days, 2 nights
Price from
USD 465 per person
Tour type
Shared or private
Departs
Nairobi
Parks
Samburu National Reserve, Buffalo Springs National Reserve
Vehicle
4x4 Land Cruiser or pop-up roof van
Accommodation
Budget lodge or tented camp
Park fees
not included

Highlights of the 3 Days Samburu Safari

  • Samburu Special Five
  • Leopards along the Ewaso Ng'iro River
  • Equator crossing at Nanyuki
  • Fewer vehicles than the Mara

Itinerary: day by day

  1. Day 1: Nairobi – Samburu

    Drive north past Mount Kenya, crossing the equator, lunch at camp, afternoon game drive.

  2. Day 2: Samburu & Buffalo Springs

    Morning and afternoon game drives along the river.

  3. Day 3: Samburu – Nairobi

    Early game drive, breakfast and return to Nairobi.

What is included and excluded?

Included

  • Transport
  • 2 nights full board
  • Game drives
  • Driver-guide
  • Water

Not included

  • Park fees
  • Tips
  • Drinks
  • Samburu cultural visit

When is the best time for this safari?

June–October and December–March (dry seasons).

Frequently asked questions

What is the Samburu Special Five?

Five dry-country animals found in northern Kenya: Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa oryx.

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