Samburu National Reserve, often considered one of Kenya’s best, offers a remote, arid, and dramatic landscape along the Ewaso Nyiro River. t is famous for the “Samburu Special Five”—species rare to other parts of Kenya, including the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and beisa oryx. It is also teeming with wildlife like lions, leopards, and herds of elephants.
Key Takeaways for Your Trip
- Wildlife Viewing: Known for high concentrations of elephants and big cats, it’s often rated highly by travellers for game drives, though some may find the vast landscape requires patience for sightings compared to the Maasai Mara.
- Unique Wildlife: Look for the “Special Five” and the endangered African wild dog.
- Best Time to Visit: The area is hot and dry, but the best times for spotting wildlife are generally during the dry seasons (June-September and December-March).
- Location/Access: About 6–7 hours drive from Nairobi, it is located in northern Kenya, making it a good, less-crowded alternative to southern parks.
- Recommended Lodges: Kalepo Camp, Sasaab, Saruni Samburu, and Elephant Bedroom Camp
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