4 Days Samburu Express Safari

This is a truly life enriching journey that perfectly combines serenity and adventure, luxury and authenticity, wildlife and culture, and classic and unique safari experiences.

TOUR DESCRIPTION

Discover the rugged, unending scenes of Samburu, the raw beauty and diverse ecosystem, where enormous herds of elephant traverse the vast, arid landscape and leopard den in the rocky outcrops.

Delight in the diversity and uniqueness the rare, the endemic, the endangered and the spectacular wildlife and wilderness.

Discover one of Africa’s most authentic and fascinating tribes – the Samburu, learning first-hand about their ancient knowledge and fascinating customs and their incredible connection with the wildlife and wilderness.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

  • Nairobi City
  • Wilderness of Samburu, its famous elephants and amazing landscapes
  • SaruniSamburu

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta Airport – Transfer to Samburu

  • Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where a Saruni vehicle will transfer you to Wilson Airport for your flight to Samburu.
  • Depart Nairobi in the morning*, arriving at Samburu an hour later, where your SaruniSamburu guide will meet you and transfer you to the lodge, or take you on a game drive.
  • Afternoon game drive in Kalama Conservancy exploring over 200,000 acres of pristine wilderness in total privacy and sundowners with a breathtaking view.
    Accommodation at SaruniSamburu
    Meal plan: Dinner

Day 2: Game drives – Samburu National Reserve

  • Early morning game drive into Samburu National Reserve to seek out the ‘Samburu Special Five’: the reticulated giraffe, the Grevy zebra, the beisaoryx, the Somali ostrich and the gerenuk; all rare species that occur only in this part of the country, and look for its well known larger wildlife including elephants, lion and leopard. Enjoy a picnic lunch before heading back to the lodge to relax for the afternoon.
  • Enjoy a complimentary half hour Back & Neck massage upon arriving back at the lodge at the Samburu Wellbeing Space.
    Accommodation at SaruniSamburu
    Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Explore the wonders of Samburu – Nature Walk

  • Continue to explore the wonders of Samburu with a morning game drive and after lunch possibly head out on a nature walk discovering animals, plants and the caves in the local area with rock paintings, led by your skillful and knowledgeable Samburu guides.
  • Evening game drive in Kalama Conservancy, the 200,000-acre private wildlife conservancy in which SaruniSamburu is located, ending with a bush dinner under the stars in the middle of the wilderness, and a night drive back to the lodge. The Samburu warriors dancing, candles and fire under the vast African skies, make this a truly magical experience, and one of the highlights of your stay.

Accommodation at SaruniSamburu
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Morning Game drive – Departure

  • Take an early morning game drive on your way to the airstrip enjoying for the last time the amazing wildlife and unending views of the Samburu conservancy.
  • Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with Saruni. Depending on the time of your international flight, stop at the Talisman or Carnivore restaurant for dinner.

Accommodation at SaruniSamburu
Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch

End of Tour

Included

All-inclusive accommodation (full-board accommodation including soft drinks, beers, house wines and select non-luxury spirits), one complimentary Back & Neck massage (30 min.) per room per stay at our Wellbeing Space, limited laundry service, shared day & night game drives in 4×4 vehicles, guided bush walks, bush meals, sundowner & picnic excursions, Warriors Academy (where available and upon request in advance), local cultural visits transfers, all internal flights and return airstrip transfers, airport assistance, temporary Flying Doctors cover, daily conservation fees, VAT & taxes.

Excluded Exclusive use of vehicle, premium drinks (champagne, luxury spirits and special wines), additional Wellbeing Space treatments, any payable extra activities, entry fees to local cultural visits, childcare, transport & entry fees to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary in Samburu (bookable in advance), gratuities to staff & guides, own private guides & drivers, any payable extra services, anything of a personal nature, international flights & visa fees, late departure fees, and all statutory increases beyond our control