This safari combines the remote, wildlife-rich Samburu National Reserve in northern Kenya with the scenic Lake Nakuru National Park in the Great Rift Valley.
- Samburu National Reserve: Famous for the Samburu Special Five—Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx—along with elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and abundant birdlife.
- Lake Nakuru National Park: Renowned for white and black rhinos, flamingos, giraffes, zebras, and the beautiful Rift Valley landscapes.
Duration – 4 Days / 3 Nights
Tour Overview
The 4 Days Samburu & Lake Nakuru Safari offers a unique combination of remote northern Kenya wildlife and iconic Rift Valley scenery.
Starting from Nairobi, the safari heads north to Samburu for exciting game drives among rare and endemic species. Afterward, the journey continues to Lake Nakuru for lakeside game drives, spotting rhinos, flamingos, and other wildlife.
This package is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and travelers seeking a diverse safari experience combining unique northern species with classic Rift Valley game viewing.
Tour Schedule
DAY 1; Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve
- Early morning pickup from your hotel or airport in Nairobi
- Drive north through scenic landscapes to Samburu National Reserve
- Arrive at your lodge or tented camp for lunch
- Afternoon game drive exploring Samburu’s riverine forests, rocky ridges, and savannah plains
- Wildlife sightings may include elephants, lions, reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras, and gerenuks
- Dinner and overnight at the lodge
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Samburu
DAY 2; Full Day Game Drive in Samburu
- Morning and afternoon game drives in Samburu National Reserve
- Spot the Samburu Special Five along with elephants, lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, and zebras
- Optional activity: Visit a local Samburu village to learn about their culture and traditions
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp in Samburu
DAY 3; Samburu – Lake Nakuru National Park
- Early morning game drive in Samburu before breakfast
- Drive south to Lake Nakuru National Park
- Lunch at your lodge or camp
- Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park to spot rhinos, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and flamingos
- Dinner and overnight at your lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge or safari camp at Lake Nakuru
DAY 4: Lake Nakuru – Nairobi
- Optional early morning game drive for final wildlife viewing
- Breakfast at the lodge
- Check-out and drive back to Nairobi
- Arrival and drop-off at your hotel or airport
Meals: Breakfast
Safari Highlights
- Game drives in Samburu National Reserve and Lake Nakuru National Park
- Sightings of the Samburu Special Five
- White and black rhinos in Lake Nakuru
- Flamingos and diverse birdlife
- Lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, and zebras
- Scenic landscapes: riverine forests, rocky ridges, savannah plains, and Rift Valley lakes
- Optional cultural visit to a Samburu village
- Professional English-speaking safari guide and 4×4 safari vehicle
Safari Inclusions
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation for 3 nights in lodges or tented camps
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Game drives in Samburu and Lake Nakuru National Parks
- Pickup and drop-off in Nairobi
- Bottled drinking water
Safari Exclusions
- Park entrance fees
- Optional activities (Samburu village visit, guided nature walks)
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Alcoholic and soft drinks unless specified
Best Time to Visit
Samburu National Reserve:
- June – October: Dry season; wildlife congregates near rivers, making sightings easier
- January – March: Dry and warm; excellent for photography and wildlife viewing
Lake Nakuru National Park:
- June – October: Dry season with clear views of rhinos and flamingos
- January – March: Warm, good for lakeside wildlife and birdwatching
- April – May & November – December: Green landscapes, fewer tourists, excellent for birdwatching
