3-Day Samburu Rare Species Safari
Big Five Safari Safari Easy

3-Day Samburu Rare Species Safari

Samburu National Reserve 3 days / 2 nights 1–10 people Rwanda Gorilla Treks

About This Tour

Samburu National Reserve in Kenya's northern frontier offers a completely different wildlife experience from the southern parks. The semi-arid landscape and Ewaso Nyiro River create a dramatic setting for exceptional game viewing.

Samburu is famous for its 'Special Five' — species unique to northern Kenya: Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx, and Somali ostrich.

The river frontage is magnificent, with large elephant herds, lions, leopards, and crocodiles. Samburu is also superb for birdwatching with over 450 species, and local Samburu guides provide an extraordinary cultural dimension.

Tour Highlights

Grevy's Zebra
Reticulated Giraffe
Gerenuk
Elephants
Samburu Culture

Day-by-Day Itinerary

3 days
1
Day 1
Day 1 — Nairobi to Samburu

Depart Nairobi by road (approx. 6 hrs) or 45-min scheduled flight to Samburu airstrip. Afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River with first sightings of the Samburu Special Five.

Tented Camp Lunch Dinner
2
Day 2
Day 2 — Full Day Samburu Game Drives

Full day game drives both sides of the river. Morning focus on predators — lions and leopards resting in riverine trees. Afternoon search for rare gerenuk and Grevy's zebra herds.

Tented Camp Breakfast Lunch Dinner
3
Day 3
Day 3 — Sunrise Drive & Return to Nairobi

Sunrise game drive along the river for elephant herds and early predator activity. After breakfast, depart for Nairobi, arriving by evening.

Breakfast Lunch

What's Included

  • Park entrance fees
  • Accommodation (as specified)
  • Transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
  • All meals (as specified)
  • English-speaking driver-guide
  • Drinking water

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Uganda visa ($50 single-entry)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Laundry
  • Alcoholic beverages

Location

Traveller Reviews

J
James Kariuki
1 week ago
Dream honeymoon safari

They arranged everything perfectly for our honeymoon — private vehicle, champagne breakfast in the bush, and a surprise sundowner. Beyond our expectations!

Starting from
$1,450
per person
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Group Size
1–10 people
Difficulty
Easy
Available Dates
Aug 12, 2026 8 left
Sep 28, 2026 11 left
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