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Samburu National Reserve, Kenya
Kenya

Samburu National Reserve safari guide

Untamed Northern Wilderness & The Samburu Special Five

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Why go

Why visit Samburu National Reserve?

A rugged, dramatic arid paradise bisected by the palm-fringed Ewaso Nyiro River, home to unique wildlife species found nowhere else in southern Kenya.

Wildlife & highlights

Grevy's Zebra
Reticulated Giraffe
Beisa Oryx
Gerenuk
Somali Ostrich
Leopards
Lions
Wild Dogs
Build it into a real itinerary

The destination is only one part of the route.

Drive times, park-entry timing, lodge location and the order of destinations can change how relaxed or rushed a safari feels. Use the itineraries below as starting points, then ask us whether Samburu National Reserve makes sense for your dates and priorities.

Wildlife priority

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Pace

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Stay style

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Safari ideas

Journeys featuring Samburu National Reserve

Use these as starting points — each can be adjusted to your dates and interests.

3-Day Samburu Untamed Beauty & Rare Wildlife Luxury Safari Tour
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3-Day Samburu Untamed Beauty & Rare Wildlife Luxury Safari Tour

3 Days / 2 NightsKenya
From$1,187
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3-Day Midrange Wildlife Safari Escape in Samburu
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3-Day Midrange Wildlife Safari Escape in Samburu

3 Days / 2 NightsKenya
From$988
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Use these planning guides to answer the questions that usually matter before choosing dates, route shape or safari style.