A safari in Samburu is a wildlife safari experience within the Samburu National Reserve located in northern Kenya. The reserve features unique and diverse wildlife one may not meet in other reserves; for example, it is home to Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe Somali ostrich Beisa oryx and gerenuk symbolizing the “Samburu Special Five”.
A visit to Samburu National Reserve provides a chance to have game drives thus spotting these animals among others like lions elephants leopards and buffalos. The area also shelters various bird species, which makes it an excellent destination for birdwatchers.
Engaging in activities such as guided nature walks, trips to Samburu villages to learn about their culture, as well as savoring beautiful landscapes are some of the things you can do apart from viewing wild animals. Compared with other famous parks across Kenya, the Samburu National Reserve offers an extraordinary and less frequented safari experience.
We will pick you up from Airport, Hotel or Residence early in the morning and depart for Samburu National reserve. Upon arrival check into your Lodge for refreshment and lunch.
The first day of your Samburu Safari tour will start with an exciting game drive at Samburu National Reserve. It is a rugged and untamed area, so watch out for the famous “Samburu five” (the Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and Beisa Oryx). The Ewaso Ng’iro River is another unforgettable place due to its richness in crocodiles and hippopotamus. Then finish the day at a cozy lodge or camp with good local food as you enjoy impressive sunsets.
Get ready for a day full of excitement. Starting your day with a game drive is ideal when the sun is rising and colors the savannah gold. This is an opportune time to watch Samburu’s deadly animals, like lions, cheetahs and leopards. You might hold your breath as you see these mighty beasts hunt or simply rest. After your game tour visit some distant villages of Samburu where you will find astonishing cultural heritage of this region. Talk with members of local Samburu tribes about traditions; be surprised at theirs unique habits and clothing style.
On your last day of Samburu Safari trip have a substantial breakfast to get ready for something really interesting, a bush walk leading you by learned trackers. Walking along where elephants or rhinos have tread will be such an enviable thrill and allow you to observe closely the splendid African flora and fauna. With this guided expedition, experience how diverse wildlife species inhabit this part of Samburu and learn about conservation initiatives that are working here. As the tour comes an end don’t miss to enjoy an extravagant lunchtime outside in order to get memorable captures from this beautiful journey.
Be like elephants and steal some time from them, Learning about biodiversity and conservation in Samburu during bush walks is possible. Observing the impressive floras and faunas of Africa is amazing. At last savour this magical trip at your last lunch in the bush before flying away home.
