Duration
3-Day
Accra, Kenya
3-Day Samburu Trip Escape – the Home of Special Five
Overview
This safari explores Samburu National Reserve in northern Kenya, a rugged wilderness famous for the Samburu Special Five: Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. The Ewaso Nyiro River supports rich wildlife and birdlife. The itinerary includes a village visit on arrival, a full-day game drive, and a final morning game drive depending on entry time.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
Via Samburu NR
Country & park
Kenya
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Umoja Campsite - Budget camping just outside Samburu NR
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$655 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$655 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 4 are free.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Samburu NR
End
Nairobi (City) (Day 3)
Tour Features
Budget camping
This is a budget camping tour.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Umoja Campsite
Budget camping just outside Samburu NR
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
You'll depart Nairobi in the morning and travel north into the rugged landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch at Umoja Campsite, then proceed for an afternoon visit to a local Samburu village. Learn about the community’s traditions, dances, and pastoral lifestyle before returning to camp for dinner and an overnight stay. just outside Samburu NR Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Umoja Campsite just outside Samburu NR Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Explore Samburu National Reserve
You’ll spend a full day exploring Samburu National Reserve on both morning and afternoon game drives, soaking in the raw beauty of northern Kenya’s wilderness. The life-giving waters of the Ewaso Nyiro River cut through this semi-arid landscape, drawing in a rich variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, and an impressive range of bird species. Midday, you’ll pause for a picnic lunch set in the wild—an immersive moment surrounded by nature—before continuing your afternoon game drive into the golden light of late day. As the sun sets, you’ll return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay under the African sky. just outside Samburu NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Umoja Campsite just outside Samburu NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Samburu to Nairobi
After an early breakfast, you’ll set out for a final morning game drive in Samburu National Reserve, depending on the timing of your entry the previous day. This last drive offers a final chance to spot wildlife along the riverbanks and open savannah before you depart. Later, you’ll begin your journey back to Nairobi, enjoying scenic views of Kenya’s changing landscapes along the way—from arid northern plains to greener highlands as you approach the capital. Arrival is expected in the afternoon. Depending on traffic and any stops en route, you’ll be dropped off at your Nairobi hotel or at the airport for your onward flight, bringing your private Samburu safari experience to a close. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (No tip expected)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris
5.0 operator rating
17 reviews
Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris is a well established Luxury Tours and Travel company whose main purpose is to give our clients the best safaris and tours in Kenya Safaris, Tanzania Safaris, and other parts of the world. Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris offers safaris which would give you the best experience and memorable tour which include flight booking, hotel booking, game drive, wildlife tours, lodges and camp excursions, beach and hotel holidays and honeymoon safaris.
Office In
Kenya
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2024)
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 4 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Umoja Campsite - Budget camping just outside Samburu NR. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Eliana Kenia Luxury Safaris.
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