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Samburu National Reserve landscape

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Samburu Safari

3-Day Samburu National Reserve Safari

Trip overview

  • Nov 10 – 12, 2026

    3 days · 2 nights

  • Samburu National Reserve

  • East Africa Time (GMT+3)

Experience the rugged wilderness and unique wildlife of Samburu National Reserve over 3 days and 2 nights.

Day 1 · Nov 10Arrival & Afternoon Game Drive

Arrive at Samburu National Reserve, check into your lodge, and head out for an afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Ng'iro river.

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  1. Depart Nairobi & Travel to Samburu

    07:00

    Begin your journey north towards Samburu National Reserve, enjoying scenic views along the way.

  2. Lodge Check-in & Lunch

    12:30

    Arrive at the lodge, check in, and enjoy lunch before your afternoon safari.

  3. Afternoon Game Drive

    16:00 – 18:30 (2 hours 30 minutes)

    Explore the reserve in search of the 'Samburu Special Five': Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx.

Day 2 · Nov 11Full Day Safari Exploration

Full day dedicated to exploring the landscapes and wildlife of Samburu with morning and afternoon game drives.

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  1. Morning Game Drive

    06:30 – 09:30 (3 hours)

    Spot predators and wildlife active in the cooler morning hours near the Ewaso Ng'iro river.

    Ewaso Ng'iro river Samburu

  2. Afternoon Game Drive & Cultural Visit

    15:30 – 18:30 (3 hours)

    Continue wildlife viewing and optionally visit a local Samburu village to experience traditional culture.

Day 3 · Nov 12Morning Game Drive & Departure

Enjoy a final morning game drive before checking out and returning to Nairobi.

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  1. Farewell Game Drive

    06:30 – 08:30 (2 hours)

    One last chance to catch sight of wildlife and landscapes in the morning light.

  2. Return Journey to Nairobi

    10:00

    Check out of your lodge after breakfast and depart for Nairobi.

  3. Check-out · Samburu Lodge / Camp

    10:00

Travel stays

  • Samburu Lodge / Camp

    Tue, Nov 10, 12:00 – Thu, Nov 12, 10:00

    2-night accommodation booked within or near Samburu National Reserve.

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