This 4-day Samburu Express Safari takes you to Samburu National Reserve, one of Kenya’s top safari destinations.
The trip starts and ends in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital city. We’ll go to Samburu National Reserve on the first day and reach in time for lunch and an evening game drive.
You will go on several game drives where you will see a lot of animals such as elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, antelopes, and hippos among others.
You will also explore Samburu on foot for an even closer connection with the natural environment. We’ll end the safari with a morning game drive before heading back to Nairobi for your onward flight.
This wildlife safari is ideal for both groups and individuals. Take a look at the detailed day-by-day breakdown of the trip to see how it would flow for you.
As with all our safari packages, we can customize this Samburu express safari program to fit your personal preferences. Just reach out to us and we’ll be eager to help you.
Safari Highlights
- Nairobi City
- Samburu National Reserve
- Saruni Samburu
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta Airport – Transfer to Samburu
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where a Saruni vehicle will transfer you to Wilson Airport for your flight to Samburu.
Depart Nairobi in the morning, arriving at Samburu an hour later, where your Saruni Samburu guide will meet you and transfer you to the lodge, or take you on a game drive. Afternoon game drive in Kalama Conservancy exploring over 200,000 acres of pristine wilderness in total privacy and sundowners with a breathtaking view.
Accommodation: Saruni Samburu
Meal plan: Dinner
Day 2: Wildlife viewing in Samburu National Reserve
Early morning game drives into Samburu National Reserve to seek out the ‘Samburu Special Five’: the reticulated giraffe, the Grevy zebra, the beisa oryx, the Somali ostrich, and the gerenuk; all rare species that occur only in this part of the country and look for its well known larger wildlife including elephants, lion, and leopard.
Enjoy a picnic lunch before heading back to the lodge to relax for the afternoon. Enjoy a complimentary half-hour Back & Neck massage upon arriving back at the lodge at the Samburu Wellbeing Space.
Accommodation: Saruni Samburu
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Explore the wonders of Samburu – Nature Walk
Continue to explore the wonders of Samburu with a morning game drive and after lunch possibly head out on a nature walk discovering animals, plants, and the caves in the local area with rock paintings, led by your skillful and knowledgeable Samburu guides.
Evening game drive in Kalama Conservancy, the 200,000-acre private wildlife conservancy in which Saruni Samburu is located, ending with a bush dinner under the stars in the middle of the wilderness, and a night drive back to the lodge.
The Samburu warriors dancing, candles, and fire under the vast African skies, make this a truly magical experience, and one of the highlights of your stay.
Accommodation: Saruni Samburu
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Morning Game drive, Drive back to Nairobi
Take an early morning game drive on your way to the airstrip enjoying for the last time the amazing wildlife and unending views of the Samburu conservancy.
Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with Saruni. Depending on the time of your international flight, stop at the Talisman or Carnivore restaurant for dinner.
Accommodation: None (Last day)
Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Inclusions;
- Transport in a 4WD vehicle with a pop-up roof.
- All fuel for the tour
- English-speaking driver/guide.
- Accommodation and Meals on Full Board (Breakfast Lunch and Dinner)
- Park-entrance fees for all National parks
- All activities described in the itinerary
- Drinking water throughout the safari.
Exclusions;
- International airfares
- Entry visa Kenya
- Meals that are not part of your accommodation.
- Personal (medical/travel) insurance
- Tips and gratuities to rangers, driver/guide, porter, hotel staff, etc.
- All expenses of personal nature (e.g. drinks, laundry, optional activities.)
Cost per person in US Dollars (USD)
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