The north
Samburu Safari
Kenya's north — Samburu tribe, arid drama, and five species you won't see in the Mara.
Key takeaways
- 165 km² along the Ewaso Ng'iro river.
- 'Samburu Five': reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, beisa oryx, gerenuk.
- Combine with Buffalo Springs and Shaba reserves.
- From $550/day mid-range.
The Samburu Five
Species found nowhere else in southern Kenya — reticulated giraffe (the crazy-patterned one), Grevy's zebra (thin stripes), Somali ostrich, beisa oryx, gerenuk (the antelope that stands on its back legs).
Landscape
Semi-arid, doum palms along the river, Mt Ololokwe as the backdrop. Dramatic and different from the Mara.
Camps
Elephant Bedroom Camp, Larsens, Saruni Samburu, Sasaab. All river-view or elevated.
FAQ
Frequently asked
- Best time?
- June–September and January–March.
- How many days?
- 2 nights minimum.
- Big 5?
- 4 of 5 (no rhino).
- Combine with Mara?
- Yes — fly-in makes it easy; a 6-night circuit is perfect.
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