Samburu

Discover Samburu Wilderness

Samburu is a rugged‚ beautiful heartland in northern Kenya‚ where dramatic landscapes‚ rare wildlife‚ and deep cultural traditions combine for an unforgettable experience.

🐾 Wildlife & Conservation Highlights

• Samburu is famous for the “Samburu Special Five — the reticulated giraffe‚ Grevy’s zebra‚ Beisa oryx‚ Somali ostrich‚ and gerenuk — species you’ll see few other places.

• Big predators roam freely (lions‚ leopards‚ cheetahs)‚ elephants frequent the riverbanks‚ and the birdlife is rich with over 350-450 species including some very rare ones. 

🌿 Signature Experiences & Activities

• Morning & Evening Game Drives – Explore sweeping savannahs‚ river crossings‚ rocky outcrops‚ and wildlife that congregate around the Ewaso Ng’iro River. 

• Guided Bush Walks & Nature Trails – Walk with local Samburu guides to learn about flora‚ fauna‚ tracking‚ and the stories of the land. 

• Sundowners & Stargazing – Evenings in Samburu are magical: the skies are wide‚ the stars brilliant‚ and the desert calm. 

• Cultural Immersion – Visits to manyattas (homesteads)‚ interacting with Samburu warriors‚ traditional ceremonies‚ storytelling‚ and learning local crafts. 

🌄 Why Samburu Captures the Heart

Samburu strikes a rare balance — wild and remote‚ yet with lodges that combine comfort with cultural authenticity. The landscapes are striking: the golden light of dawn‚ sculpted hills‚ dry riverbeds that come alive in rainy seasons‚ and the constant presence of wildlife. Every moment is an invitation to pause.