Samburu

Samburu shares its name with the colourful tribesmen and is one of the driest and seemingly inhospitable reserves in Kenya. Don’t be put off though as it hosts some of the most unusual wildlife found in the region including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich and gerenuk as well as being home to one of the most impressive populations of elephants on the continent.

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Samburu Game Reserve lies to the north of Mount Kenya and is traversed by the Ewaso Ngiro River – the life-blood of this dry and desolate environment. Samburu is one of the most-scenically pleasing of Kenya’s reserves with a diverse landscape punctuated by Mount Kiotogor which forms a central pyramid-like feature. The bordering Kalama Conservancy is regarded as offering the most breath-taking scenery in the area with spectacular views across the rocky landscape with seemingly endless vistas.

Samburu offers rewarding game viewing, in part because the hot and dry climate is harsh for the animals living there. Despite this, Samburu is famous for its elephants and since the turn of the century it has been a major area for study by Iain Douglas-Hamilton’s Save the Elephants project, with the areas closest to the Ewaso Ngiro River providing the best sightings. The lion population is also very healthy whilst leopard sightings are amongst the most best of any reserve in the region.

One of the greatest attractions of visiting Samburu is the so-called Samburu five – a list of rare and unusual species which consists of the narrow-striped Grevy’s zebra, long-necked gerenuk, Beisa oryx, uniquely-marked reticulated giraffe and Somali ostrich which is distinctive for the blue tinge to its neck and legs. Such unique game viewing also makes Samburu the perfect reserve to combine with the more traditional big five safari experience on offer in the Masai Mara and with direct flights between the two it couldn’t be easier.


To start planning your tailor-made holiday, call us on (646) 934-8870

Samburu, Kenya

Saruni Samburu is one of Kenya’s iconic safari lodges. Expect spectacular views over the Kalama Conservancy from the contemporary and luxurious villas. With expert guiding by Samburu warriors you can be assured of a unique cultural element too.

Saruni Samburu

Samburu, Kenya

Saruni Rhino, located in Sera Community Conservancy, offers one of the first rhino tracking experiences in East Africa. This is an amazing walking safari offering a unique and thrilling experience while actively contributing to rhino conservation.

Saruni Rhino

Samburu, Kenya

Elephant Watch Camp sits on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro river in the stunning Samburu National Reserve. The reserve is home to large elephant populations & the "Samburu 5". A superb safari destination with beautiful scenery & excellent service in camp!

Elephant Watch Camp

Samburu, Kenya

Sasaab is a stylish tented lodge with a Moroccan feel and wonderful views towards Laikipia and Mount Kenya on the edge of Samburu National Reserve, known for its large herds of Elephant and the endangered Grevy Zebra.

Sasaab

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Stay in Saruni Samburu, Saruni Wild, Saruni Mara and/or Saruni Ocean in Kenya and receive up to 50% off. Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability.

Up to 50% Off Saruni in Kenya

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Samburu, Kenya

This guided bush walk experience will give you an insight into thousands of years of Samburu culture and local history. Alongside this you will have an opportunity to marvel in the small things that are so frequently missed on a game drive.

Samburu Game Walk

Samburu, Kenya

Make an active contribution to the protection of the black rhino by going on a thrilling walking safari to track the incredible species around the sanctuary. A transmitter reveals the rhinos location allowing guests to track on foot like never before.

Tracking the Black Rhino

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