5-Day Samburu & Ol Pejeta Safari – Big Game & Rare Species
Tour Highlights
Experience the ultimate luxury journey with our exclusive 5-Day Samburu & Ol Pejeta Safari – Big Game & Rare Species tour. This carefully curated experience combines breathtaking landscapes with premium accommodations and personalized service.
Our expert guides will ensure every moment is unforgettable, from sunrise excursions to gourmet dining under the stars. This is more than a vacation—it's a transformation.
Journey Itinerary
Day 1 – Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve
Depart from Nairobi in the morning, heading north through the scenic Great Rift Valley.
Arrive at Samburu Sopa Lodge in time for lunch. After check-in and a short rest, enjoy an afternoon game drive through the semi-arid landscapes of Samburu.
Explore the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River — lifeblood of the reserve and home to Nile crocodiles, elephants, and lions.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 – Full Day in Samburu National Reserve
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive.
Visit Buffalo Springs — an extension of Samburu — and search for the rare northern species: Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, gerenuk, and reticulated giraffe.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild and continue your exploration before returning to camp for dinner.
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 – Samburu – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast, depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy — a haven for wildlife and conservation.
Check in and enjoy lunch before visiting the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary — the only place in Kenya to see rescued chimpanzees.
Spend your afternoon learning about the individual stories of the chimpanzees and Ol Pejeta’s anti-poaching efforts.
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp or similar
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 – Full Day in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Spend a full day on game drives across Ol Pejeta’s vast plains and forested areas.
Look out for the Big Five — including endangered black and white rhinos — as well as African wild dogs, cheetahs, and plentiful birdlife.
Optional activities include lion tracking or visiting the Northern White Rhino enclosure.
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 – Ol Pejeta – Nairobi
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed morning or optional short drive within the conservancy.
Depart mid-morning for Nairobi (approx. 3.5 hours). Drop-off at your preferred hotel or the airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Pricing & Dates
| Date Range | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| April 1 - June 30, 2025 | $1,260 |
| July 1 - December 22, 2025 | $1,776 |
What's Included
- Accommodation at all listed lodges
- Park Fees for all listed destinations
- Transport for 5 days in a 4×4 Landcruiser
- All scheduled game drives
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Bottled water throughout the safari
What's Not Included
- International flights (from/to the client’s home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of US$ 10.00 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary (e.g., hot air balloon safari)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
