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Samburu National Reserve

Two giraffes at Samburu national reserve
A Kenya map showing the location of Samburu National Park

Features & Wildlife Species

Colorful dressed Samburu people

AREA ACTIVITIES

Some of the activities that can be done in Samburu National Reserve are:

  • Game view.
  • Bird watching.
  • Authentic cultural experience with Samburu people.
  • Camel safari.

WHEN TO VISIT

December through March and July through October. April through June are also good months, but it might be rainy.

Sunset at Samburu National Reserve
Animals near an acacia tree at Samburu

WHAT TO SEE

  • Over 350 species of birds.
  • Acacia trees.
  • Large predators.
  • Huge population of Nile crocodiles.
  • Grassland vegetation.
  • Cultural activities of Samburu people.

HOW TO GET THERE

  • Flight: flying to Samburu is a more convenient option; it’s only about a 1.5-hour flight from Wilson Airport in Nairobi.
  • Road: the park is approximately a 7-hour drive from Nairobi and are also accessible by charter flight.
A small aircraft landed at Samburu airfield