Your safari adventure begins with a morning departure from Nairobi as you travel north through Kenya’s scenic central highlands, passing lush coffee and tea plantations along the way.

Continue through the town of Isiolo before arriving at Samburu National Reserve in time for lunch and relaxation at your safari camp.

Later in the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive along the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, a vital water source that attracts elephants, crocodiles, antelopes, and a variety of wildlife throughout the day.

Accommodation: Ashnil Samburu Camp

Spend the day exploring Samburu’s rugged landscapes with morning and afternoon game drives through riverine forests, open plains, and acacia woodlands.

Samburu is famous for its rare northern species known as the “Samburu Special Five” — Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and the elegant long-necked gerenuk.

The reserve also supports healthy populations of lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, and numerous bird species, making every game drive exciting and unique.

Accommodation: Ashnil Samburu Camp

Enjoy another full day discovering the dramatic beauty and wildlife diversity of Samburu National Reserve.

Explore different sections of the reserve along the Ewaso Nyiro River and surrounding plains while experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of Kenya’s northern wilderness. The semi-arid environment provides stunning photography opportunities with golden landscapes, striking sunsets, and close wildlife encounters.

Optional cultural visits to local Samburu communities can also be arranged for guests interested in learning about the traditions and lifestyle of the Samburu people.

Accommodation: Ashnil Samburu Camp

After breakfast, depart Samburu and travel south toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy, one of Kenya’s leading wildlife conservation areas located in the beautiful Laikipia region.

Arrive in time for lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive across the conservancy. Ol Pejeta is home to East Africa’s largest black rhino sanctuary and offers excellent opportunities to spot rhinos, elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and many other species.

Guests may also visit the conservancy’s renowned chimpanzee sanctuary, providing a rare opportunity to observe rescued chimpanzees in a protected environment.

Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Enjoy a relaxed morning game drive or optional visit to the rhino sanctuary before breakfast.

Afterward, depart Ol Pejeta and journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon with unforgettable safari memories from Kenya’s wild northern frontier.