SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
A typical 3-day itinerary for Samburu National Reserve offers a balanced mix of travel, game drives, and relaxation, ideal for wildlife enthusiasts seeking to explore this unique northern Kenya ecosystem.
Itinerary overview
Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu National
-Early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or airport.
-Drive to Samburu, passing diverse landscapes including the central highlands, the Equator line, and views of Mount Kenya.
-Arrive at your lodge or camp by lunchtime.
-After lunch and some rest, depart for an afternoon game drive to spot Samburu’s iconic wildlife including the "Special Five" (Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx). -Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Full Day Game Drive Samburu
-Early morning game drive starting around 6:30 AM, the best time to see active wildlife and possibly witness predator hunts.
-Return to camp mid-morning for breakfast and relaxation.
-After lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive from about 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
-Evening at leisure with dinner and overnight at Elephant Lodge Samburu.
Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Return
-Early morning game drive.
-Return to camp for breakfast and check-out.
-Drive back to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon.
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