Kenya
Samburu
Overview
A rugged, semi-arid reserve in northern Kenya known for species found nowhere else in the country — reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, and Somali ostrich among them.
Best time to visit
June to September and December to March.
Top parks & reserves
- Samburu National Reserve
- Buffalo Springs
- Shaba National Reserve
Accommodation
Camping, budget lodges, and comfortable mid-range camps near Samburu — exact properties confirmed at booking based on your dates and party size.
Safaris to Samburu
CircuitAmboseli, Samburu & Masai Mara
10-Day Kenya Classic Safari – Amboseli, Samburu & Masai Mara
9 nights$5,100 pp USD
CircuitMasai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro (extended)
12-Day Northern Kenya Frontier Safari — Samburu, Marsabit & Lake Turkana
11 nights$6,800 pp USD
Flagship Group SafariSamburu, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Amboseli, Kenya & Tanzania
14-Day Kenya & Tanzania Grand College Safari
13 nights, fixed-tent camps, all meals included$2,190 USD
Off the Beaten PathLaikipia & Samburu
5-Day Laikipia Plateau & Samburu Safari
4 nights$2,100 pp USD
Off the Beaten PathMara, Nakuru, Aberdare & Samburu
7-Day Off the Beaten Path Kenya Safari – Mara, Nakuru, Aberdare & Samburu
6 nights$3,500 pp USD
Samburu safari FAQs
When is the best time to visit Samburu?
June to September and December to March.
Which parks and reserves are near Samburu?
Samburu is known for Samburu National Reserve, Buffalo Springs, Shaba National Reserve.
What accommodation is used on a Samburu safari?
Camping, budget lodges, and comfortable mid-range camps near Samburu. Exact properties are confirmed at booking based on your dates and party size.