Local 4 days Samburu National Reserve, Kenya

4-Day Samburu Safari — Northern Kenya

About This Tour

North of the well-trodden Mara circuit, Samburu National Reserve holds species you won't find further south: the finely striped Grevy's zebra, the geometric-patterned reticulated giraffe, and the long-necked gerenuk — together with lion, elephant and leopard along the Ewaso Ng'iro river. This 4-day trip trades crowded vehicles for wide-open, semi-arid landscape and species you can't tick off anywhere else in Kenya.

Route & Location

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve, Kenya

Best Time to Go

June–October and January–February (dry season), when wildlife concentrates near the Ewaso Ng'iro river.

See the full Kenya Safari Calendar
Wildlife You May See

Likelihood ratings are based on season, habitat and historical sightings for this specific route.

Reticulated Giraffe
Guaranteed

The reticulated giraffe has the most striking coat of any giraffe subspecies — large, shar…

Learn more
Grevy's Zebra
Guaranteed

The Grevy's zebra is the largest wild equid alive. Its narrower stripes, larger rounded ea…

Learn more
African Elephant
High

Elephants grieve their dead. Family members return to the bones of fallen relatives for ye…

Learn more
African Lion
Medium

Lions sleep up to 20 hours a day — but their 4 active hours are extraordinary. Lionesses d…

Learn more
African Wild Dog
Medium

African wild dogs vote on group decisions by sneezing. When a pack debates whether to hunt…

Learn more
Gallery Click any photo to enlarge
Itinerary

Depart Nairobi for the roughly 5-6 hour drive north to Samburu, with the landscape shifting from highland farmland to semi-arid bush as you go. Arrive for lunch, then head out on an afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Ng'iro river.

A full day tracking Samburu's 'Special Five' — Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Somali ostrich and beisa oryx — alongside elephant, lion and the reserve's well-known leopard population.

Continued exploration of the reserve, with time along the riverbank where elephant families come to drink and bathe, especially in the heat of the afternoon.

One last game drive at dawn, then breakfast, check-out and the drive back to Nairobi.
What's Included
  • Return road transport from Nairobi in a private safari vehicle
  • 3 nights' camp/lodge accommodation in Samburu (full board)
  • Game drives inside Samburu National Reserve
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • All park entry fees
  • Bottled drinking water during game drives
  • Flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Samburu cultural village visit (optional add-on)
Frequently Asked Questions

Samburu is drier, less crowded, and home to species you won't see in the Mara at all — Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk and Somali ostrich, sometimes called the 'Special Five'.

Yes, though the two are in different directions from Nairobi, so a combined trip needs either extra road days or a domestic flight between them — ask us for a combined itinerary.

Yes — Samburu National Reserve is a well-established, actively managed protected area with a strong ranger presence, and it's a regular stop for international safari operators.
Price per person
From $677
From KES 88,000
Deposit: $203 · KES 26,400 (30%)
Price varies by season and accommodation — WhatsApp us for an exact quote.

Fill in your details and we'll confirm via WhatsApp.

No payment required yet

You May Also Like

Featured Local
Maasai Mara (Kenya) 8 days
8-Day Great Migration Safari Special

The Great Migration's river crossings are Africa's single greatest wildlife spectacle — hu…

Blue Wildebeest Plains Zebra African Lion +3 more
from $1,600 /person
View Tour
Featured Local
Maasai Mara (Kenya) 4 days
4-Day Maasai Mara Big Five Safari

Experience the ultimate Kenyan safari across 4 incredible days in the world-famous Maasai …

Blue Wildebeest Plains Zebra African Buffalo +8 more
from $731 /person
View Tour
Featured Local
Maasai Mara (Kenya) 5 days
5-Day Kenya Honeymoon Safari

A private vehicle, a romantic camp, and five days with nowhere else to be. This honeymoon …

African Elephant African Lion Maasai Giraffe +2 more
from $1,154 /person
View Tour
From $677
KES 88,000 / person
Book Now

Been on This Tour?

Share your experience — your review appears after moderation.

Your Rating *
Safari Calendar