Highlights
Go in search of the “Special Five” in Samburu Game reserve. They are the Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Gerenuk and Somali Ostrich.
Visit a vibrant Samburu village
Go in search of the “Special Five” in Samburu Game reserve. They are the Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Gerenuk and Somali Ostrich.
Visit a vibrant Samburu village
From Nairobi we take you on a short 1 hour journey by plane to Samburu, where on arrival you will enjoy the wonderful scenery and game en route to your Lodge/ tented camp. The following day is spent discovering the Samburu’s scenery, its wildlife and its lifeline, the almost perennial Ewaso Nyiro River. The river and its’ brown water (from which its name derives) dictates the landscape; when it flows its wide banks are lined by swathes of green attracting an amazing variety of wildlife. By the side of the river the forest shade is home to Elephant, the Long-Necked Gerenuk, Reticulated Giraffe and the occasional Leopard.
Nairobi, Kenya
7.00am
Cameras and Camcorders
To Capture these wonderful memories
Binoculars
Make sure you don’t miss a thing!(we do have some but you may want your own)
Head Torch
Its always great to have – there are no street lights on safari
A good book or cards
For relaxation between Safaris
Wind Jacket ( light weight or poncho)
For those chilly mornings
Footwear
Comfortable hiking boots and/or sturdy footwear for walking safaris and sandals whilst in camp
Fleece Jacket
For chilly nights around the campfire
Comfortable clothing
Bring light clothing but avoid white because of the dust from the savannah
Sunhat and Glasses
To protect you from this strong sun
Swimwear
For those cool pools & river rafting
Sunscreen
To protect you from being burnt
A Solid Bag or Rucksack
Remember 15kgs limit for domestic flights and is easier to stack in safari jeeps and small planes
Insect repellant
We want to protect your delicate sun from being munched from the little insects.
Early morning departure from Wilson Airport and after a short flight we arrive in Samburu, where you will be met by your guide and transferred to the lodge/ tented camp viewing game enroute. After settling into your rooms and a relaxing lunch at the accommodation we will head out on a late afternoon shared game drive in search of the Samburu’s “Special Five.” These are Grevy’s Zebra, Ostrich, Reticulated Giraffe, Generuk and Beisa Oryx which are only seen in North Kenya having adapted to the arid conditions. (Lunch & Dinner included)
Main Activities: Game Drive and swim
After an early breakfast you head out to enjoy your shared morning game drive, back for lunch and perhaps a Spa Treatment and/or a Guided Bird walk. Alternatively; just relax by the pool which is a welcome relief in the heat of the day. You will enjoy another shared game rive in the late afternoon followed by sundowners & overnight back at the lodge. You may also visit a vibrant Samburu village to understand their culture and way of life. The Samburu, just like the Maasai are a semi-nomadic people. They are still very traditional and have not parted with old customs as compared to the Maasai. Cattle, as well as goats, sheep and camels, play a vital role in the Samburu way of life and culture.
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)
Main Activities: Game Drive and Swim
Optional Activities: Spa Treatments, guided Bird Walks and Samburu cultural village experience.
After breakfast we depart the lodge viewing game en route to the nearby airstrip where we board the scheduled flight back to Nairobi; Wilson airport. End of services (Breakfast included)
