This 3-Day Samburu Safari takes you to Samburu National Reserve in Kenya and the nearby Samburu community. This protected area is famous for the female lioness known as Kamunyak. You will see many animals such as lions, elephants, oryx, zebras, cheetahs, impalas, gazelles, kudus, warthogs, waterbucks, and many others.
You may also spot birds like kingfishers, yellow-billed hornbills, superb starlings, secretary birds, and more. These animals and birds can be seen during game drives across the open plains.
You will enjoy every moment of this exciting 3-Day Samburu Safari in Kenya.
Highlights of the 3-Day Samburu Safari
- Explore Samburu National Reserve, home to rare northern Kenya wildlife
- See animals such as lions, elephants, cheetahs, zebras, and oryx
- Spot unique species like Grevy’s zebra and Somali ostrich
- Enjoy morning and evening game drives across open plains
- Watch beautiful sunrises and sunsets over the reserve
- Visit the Samburu community to experience local culture (optional)
- Stay in comfortable lodges or camps with meals included
- Start and end your safari in Nairobi
Brief 3-Day Samburu Safari Itinerary
- Day 1: Travel from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve & Optional Game Drive
- Day 2: Morning & Afternoon Game Drives
- Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Return to Nairobi
Detailed 3-Day Samburu Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Travel from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve & Optional Game Drive
Welcome to Kenya! Your driver-guide will meet and greet you, then brief you about the safari to Samburu National Reserve. This reserve is known for its unique wildlife such as Grevy’s zebras, Somali ostriches, leopards, cheetahs, Beisa oryx, and many others.
You will drive for about six hours to reach Samburu National Reserve. On arrival, enjoy a late lunch. If you already had lunch on the way, you can go for an optional evening game drive to explore the park and see wild animals. Later, check in at your lodge or camp, have dinner, and rest for the night.
Day 2: Morning & Afternoon Game Drives
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in this beautiful reserve. You will have the chance to see many animals, including mammals, reptiles, birds, and butterflies. Some of the animals you might see are lions, cheetahs, zebras, oryx, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, and others.
Each game drive lasts about two to three hours, but you can stay longer if you wish. During the day, enjoy moments like picnic lunches and peaceful sunrises and sunsets over the plains. After the evening game drive, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Return to Nairobi
Start your final day early with a morning game drive to look for predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas. These animals are more active at this time, giving you better chances to see them.
After the drive, return to the lodge for breakfast, then begin your journey back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at the airport or your hotel, marking the end of your 3-day Samburu Safari.
