5 Day Samburu Safari

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Duration

5 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

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About this tour

This luxury safari offers an immersive journey through Samburu’s rugged landscapes, featuring exclusive game drives, cultural encounters, and conservation experiences. Guests explore Samburu National Reserve, Buffalo Springs, and Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, encountering rare wildlife like the Samburu Special Five and engaging with local traditions.

With opportunities for camel rides, horseback safaris, and aerial expeditions, this itinerary blends adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion, ensuring a unique and unforgettable African experience.

Included/Excluded

  • Private airport transfers
  • Luxury hotel and lodge accommodations
  • Domestic flights (Nairobi – Samburu – Nairobi)
  • Daily game drives in Samburu and Buffalo Springs
  • Visit to Samburu Cultural Village
  • Visit to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
  • All meals during the safari
  • Bush dinner under the stars
  • Picnic lunch by Ewaso Nyiro River
  • Luxury day hotel stay on final day
  • Professional English-speaking guide/driver
  • Park entrance fees
  • Optional activities
  • Meals during optional Nairobi outings
  • International airfare
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Spa treatments
  • Freight services
  • Visa fees

Itinerary

Once you arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), a private transfer will take you straight to your luxury hotel, where you can settle in and get comfortable.

Later in the afternoon, you’ll visit the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to meet rescued elephants and rhinos. It’s a touching experience that brings you up close to Kenya’s conservation efforts.

Afterwards you’ll head to Carnivore for a hearty dinner featuring Kenya’s most iconic delicacies. The highlight? Nyama choma Swahili for “roasted meat” served sizzling straight from the grill. For our vegan guests, there are delicious plant-based options available too, so everyone gets to enjoy a true taste of Nairobi.

You’ll then return to your hotel to relax and recharge for the adventures ahead.

Start your morning with a leisurely breakfast before checking out for your scheduled flight to Samburu from Wilson Airport.

Upon arrival, your private tour vehicle will escort you to your luxury lodge, where you can refresh and enjoy a delightful lunch.

Embark on an afternoon game drive through Samburu’s breathtaking terrain, where you’ll encounter rare wildlife, including the graceful gerenuk and majestic elephants, all framed by the stunning Ndoto Mountains.

Continue to Buffalo Springs Reserve, where contrasting landscapes and diverse wildlife add depth to your safari experience.

As night falls, return to your luxury lodge for a gourmet dinner under a canopy of stars, then retreat to your elegant accommodations, ready to recharge for another thrilling day ahead.

Start your day with a morning game drive, tracking lions, giraffes, and Samburu’s diverse wildlife.

Later, immerse yourself in Samburu culture with a visit to a Samburu Cultural Village, where you’ll gain insight into rich traditions, intricate beadwork, and semi-nomadic lifestyles.

In the afternoon, return to your luxury lodge for a delightful lunch and relaxation. Later, you may either embark on another game drive or opt for one of the optional activities below.

Optional Activities:

  • Helicopter Adventure: Soar above Suguta Valley or glide past flamingos at Lake Logipi on an exhilarating aerial tour.
  • Horseback Safari: Ride through the wild alongside zebras and giraffes, immersing yourself in the beauty of the land.
  • Camel Ride: Traverse Samburu’s stunning terrain atop a camel, experiencing the wilderness from an authentic perspective.

On your safari, spot buffalo herds, secretary birds, guinea fowls, and cranes and, with a bit of luck, a thrilling lion hunt.

Return to your lodge to unwind by the pool or enjoy a drink at sunset, then conclude the evening with dinner under the stars. A perfect close to the day.

PLEASE NOTE:

Optional activities require prior booking and incur additional costs.

Begin the morning with a leisurely breakfast, savoring the beauty of the wilderness before setting out on your morning game drive through Samburu National Reserve.

Track elephants and lions as they survey their domain from rocky outcrops, then stop at Ewaso Nyiro River for a picnic lunch beside its crystal-clear waters, where you might spot hippos and crocodiles.

Afterward, visit Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, where you’ll gain insight into community-led conservation efforts.

Return to your lodge to freshen up before a magical bush dinner under a sky full of stars, the perfect finale to your adventure in Kenya’s untamed landscapes.

After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Wilson Airport, Nairobi.

Upon arrival, enjoy a luxury day hotel stay, where you can check in, have lunch, and unwind before departure.

Optional Afternoon Activities :

  • Maasai Market: Browse handcrafted souvenirs, beadwork, and textiles (KES cash recommended; prices negotiable). International freight services are available for bulk purchases.

PLEASE NOTE: If you’ve arranged freight services, stop by the station to drop off luggage before freshening up at your hotel.

At the designated departure time, check out and transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your onward flight.

Thank you for sharing this African adventure with us! We look forward to welcoming you back to Kenya’s wilderness soon.

Safiri salama! (Wishing you safe travels.)

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