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3-Day Luxury Safari in Kenya’s Samburu National Reserve

Spend two nights at Elephant Bedroom Camp inside Samburu National Reserve, with game drives seeking the Samburu Special Five and big cats.

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Duration
3 days
3 stops
Stays
1 stay
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Guide price
From US$2,198
per person
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Luxury tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

Escape to the remote beauty of Samburu National Reserve, one of Kenya's most distinctive safari destinations. Stay at the luxurious Elephant Bedroom Camp, beautifully situated along the banks of the Ewaso Ng'iro River, and enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing in a landscape unlike anywhere else in the country.

  • Activities: game drives
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle We can help select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Luxury tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Suitable for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 1 year

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

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01Day 1

Day 1

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) or your Nairobi hotel. Travel north through Kenya's scenic highlands before arriving in Samburu National Reserve. Enjoy an en-route game drive as you make your way to Elephant Bedroom Camp, where you'll check in and enjoy lunch overlooking the river. Later, embark on your first afternoon game drive in search of the reserve's remarkable wildlife, including the unique Samburu Special Five: Grevy's Zebra Reticulated Giraffe Somali Ostrich Beisa Oryx Gerenuk You may also encounter elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, crocodiles, and numerous bird species before returning to camp for dinner.
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
02Day 2

Day 2

Safari in Samburu National Reserve

After breakfast, depart with packed picnic lunches for a full day exploring Samburu's spectacular wilderness. Accompanied by your private safari guide, visit different habitats across the reserve while searching for: Large elephant herds Lions Leopards Cheetahs Hyenas Hippos Nile crocodiles African wild dogs (occasionally) Numerous antelope species Over 450 bird species Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location before continuing your afternoon game drives. As the day draws to a close, experience a breathtaking African sunset before returning to camp for dinner and overnight.
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
03Day 3

Day 3

Bush Breakfast then proceed to Nairobi

Wake early for one of the highlights of your safari—a beautifully prepared bush breakfast served in the heart of the African wilderness. Enjoy breakfast surrounded by nature while listening to birdsong and taking in the peaceful atmosphere before returning to camp to check out. Begin your scenic drive back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), or Your Nairobi hotel. Your unforgettable Samburu safari comes to an end.
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Stays

Where you will stay

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Elephant Bedroom Camp Days 1 to 2 · 2 nights

Elephant Bedroom Camp

Samburu National Reserve

Luxury tented camp inside Samburu NR

2 nights Room confirmed with quote
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What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All Taxes/VAT
  7. Roundtrip airport transfer
  8. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  9. Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

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US$2,198

per person

Guide price

US$2,198 per person

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Journey pace

1 stay

2 nights across 3 days, following the source itinerary.

Rooms

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Source freshness

28 Aug 2026

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