Kenya’s Game Reserves
Visit Kenya’s Most Beautiful Semi-Arid Natural Reserves
Samburu Game Reserve is located in the northern shadow of Mount Kenya, popularly known as the “Land of Contrasts.”
The famous lioness Elsa was released in this game reserve by George and Joy Adamson, inspiring the renowned book and film Born Free. With a legacy of co-existence and human life, Samburu National Reserve offers one of the best African safari holidays for tourists in Kenya.
Total Area
420 km²
Elevation
800-1230 M
Signature Experiences
Visit the Land of Elsa the Lion
Scenic Game Drives
Go on scenic game drives across open plains, rocky outcrops and riverine forests, to witness wildlife and scenery up close.
Samburu Special Five
Dawn Excursions
Photography Expeditions
The Singing Wells
Significant tradition of the Samburu Tribe, where herders chant or sing while drawing water from wells for their cattle.
Meet Samburu Warriors
Conduct Cultural Interactions
Learn Traditional Farming
Koitogor Hills & Ololokwe Mountain
Visit Northern Kenya’s most dramatic geological landmarks in Samburu County, along the great long road towards Marsabit.
Kenya’s Table Mountain
Challenging Treks & Hikes
Spot Samburu Special Five
Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
Reteti Elephant Sanctuary is a community-run sanctuary in Northern Kenya that rescues and shelters orphaned elephants.
Watch Elephants
Ethical Kenya Safaris
Cultural Interactions
Ewaso Ng'iro River
Ewaso Ng’iro River is the lifeblood of Kenya’s Northern wilderness and offers a serene, picturesque setting for photographers.
6 Global Endemics
Watch Elephants
Birdwatching Tours
Cultural Village Visits
Visit the Samburu tribe and learn about their local culture, respect traditional customs and contribute to responsible tourism.
Manyatta Village Tour
Visit Kalama Sanctuary
Cultural Interactions
Our Commitment
Protecting the Land of the Kenyan Special Five
Samburu Game Reserve is home to the endangered special five. Our safari expeditions are conducted ethically to support indigenous communities and protect wildlife from poaching.
Sustainable Eco-Tourism
We offer low-impact safari to ensure that ecological balance remains undisturbed for generations.
Local Community Support
We partner with local communities to create alternative livelihoods and conservation education for indigenous people.
Our Commitment
Responsible Tourism
OUR PURPOSE
Protect Kenyan Species
Kenya Safaris
Frequently Asked Questions.
The best time to visit is during the dry season, which lasts from June to October and December to January. Wildlife is easier to spot as it gathers along the Ewaso Ng'iro River.
Fly from Nairobi to any local airstrip in approximately 45 to 60 minutes. You can also opt for a scenic 5.5 to 7-hour drive along the A-2 highway. We offer private transfers or self-drive tours in our 4x4 safari vehicles.
Samburu Game Reserve has its own Special Five, including Grevy’s Zebra, Reticulated Giraffe, Gerenuk, Beisa Oryx and Somali Ostrich.
Tourists can go on safari game drives, camel safaris, hot-air balloon safaris, trekking, sanctuary visits, cultural visits, and riverside visits.
Entry requirements and fees vary depending on what you are trying to access. For details, our customer support will guide you through the detailed process. Your park fees are included in your tour package at the time of booking.
