5-Day Samburu Warrior Safari Itinerary
5-Day Samburu Warrior Safari Itinerary
This luxurious 5-day safari blends cultural exploration, scenic beauty, and wildlife encounters. Starting in Nairobi, you’ll journey to Lake Naivasha and Samburu Game Reserve, experiencing Kenya's diverse landscapes, unique wildlife, and vibrant culture.
Itinerary at a Glance
Welcome to Nairobi
Nairobi to Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha to Samburu Game Reserve
Full Day in Samburu Game Reserve
Samburu to Nairobi or Coast
Extend Your Journey
Welcome to Nairobi
Arrival in Nairobi
Arrive in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, where you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
- Accommodation: Eka Hotel or Similar (B&B).
- Optional Activities: Relax at the hotel, or take an optional excursion to the nearby Giraffe Centre or Karen Blixen Museum (at additional cost).
Nairobi to Lake Naivasha
Morning City Tour and Lunch at Carnivore Restaurant
After breakfast, embark on a brief city tour, including highlights like the Nairobi National Museum and landmarks in the city center. Enjoy a unique dining experience at Carnivore Restaurant, famous for its succulent meats and vibrant ambiance.
Afternoon Drive to Lake Naivasha
After lunch, drive to the stunning Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley. This freshwater lake is surrounded by dramatic escarpments and teems with birdlife.
- Optional
Activities:
- Golf on a scenic 18-hole course.
- Bird walks to observe pelicans, cormorants, and other species.
- Horse riding along the shores of the lake.
- A boat cruise to see hippos and other wildlife up close.
Dinner and Overnight: The Great Rift Valley Golf Club or Similar (FB).
Lake Naivasha to Samburu Game Reserve
Scenic Drive via Mount Kenya
After breakfast, journey north past Mount Kenya to Samburu Game Reserve, a rugged, semi-arid park in northern Kenya. Along the way, enjoy views of Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest peak.
Lunch and Afternoon Game Drive
Arrive at the lodge for lunch before embarking on your first game drive in Samburu. Encounter unique wildlife such as Grevy’s zebras, Somali ostriches, and gerenuks. Samburu’s dry landscape is also home to the nomadic Samburu, Rendille, and Boran tribes, offering cultural insights.
Dinner and Overnight: Larsens Camp or Similar (FB).
Full Day in Samburu Game Reserve
Morning and Afternoon Game Drives
Spend the day exploring the incredible Samburu ecosystem, focusing on the Ewaso Nyiro River, the park’s lifeline. The river attracts a variety of wildlife, including elephants, leopards, and lions. Samburu is also known for its rare "Special Five" species:
- Grevy’s zebra
- Reticulated giraffe
- Gerenuk gazelle
- Somali ostrich
- Beisa oryx
Optional Cultural Visit: Visit a Samburu village to learn about their traditions, dances, and way of life (additional cost).
Dinner and Overnight: Larsens Camp or Similar (FB).
Samburu to Nairobi or Coast
Morning Transfer to Nairobi
After breakfast, bid farewell to Samburu and drive back to Nairobi, arriving by late morning.
- Optional Add-On: Connect to a flight for the Kenya Coast to extend your adventure with a beach holiday.
Optional Add-Ons and Upgrades:
1. Hot Air Balloon Safari (Samburu): A magical sunrise experience over Samburu (subject to availability).
2. Luxury Lodge Upgrade: Stay at a more exclusive lodge or tented camp.
3. Photography Package: Hire a professional photographer for personalized safari shots.
4. Coastal Extension: Add a beach holiday in Diani, Malindi, or Watamu after your safari.
5. Private Safari Vehicle: Upgrade to a private vehicle for more personalized game drives.
Tour Highlights:
• Nairobi City: Iconic sites and cultural experiences.
• Lake Naivasha: Birdlife, hippos, and scenic beauty.
• Samburu Game Reserve: Unique wildlife, cultural interactions, and stunning landscapes.
• Luxury Accommodations: Stay in top-tier lodges offering comfort and exceptional service.
Inclusions:
- All park entry fees.
- 4 nights in selected lodges or camps (as per itinerary).
- Meals: 4 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 3 dinners (D).
- Professional driver-guide and transport in a comfortable safari vehicle.
- Transfers to and from Nairobi.
Exclusions:
- Drinks, tips, and personal expenses.
- Arrival and departure taxes and fees.
- Kenya visa.
- Optional activities (e.g., golf, boat rides, cultural visits).
Your Journey
Climate Charts
Your Accommodations
Hotels hand selected by A&K for an unmatched experience.
Hemingways Nairobi
Exclusive boutique, all-suite hotel, located near Nairobi National Park.
Tawi Lodge
Thirteen cottages, each with a view of Mount Kilimanjaro, on a private reserve.
Sanctuary Swala
Twelve elegant pavilions near a waterhole, with panoramic vistas.
Gibb's Farm
Travel + Leisure World’s Best boutique inn featuring modern amenities.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Amazing lodge set deep within Serengeti National Park.
Sanctuary Olonana
Superb luxury safari lodge with 14 spacious suites with king-size beds.
CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2023 WINNER
Sanctuary Olonana voted one of the best resorts in the world
View Image GalleryPrices are in USD, including internal air, per person, double occupancy
Victoria Falls Pre-Tour Extension
Experience epic Victoria Falls from both sides, and stay in a luxurious tree house beside the Zambezi River in Zambia.
4 days from $4,645 per person
Single Supplement from $895 per person
Internal Air Included (Economy Class, $1,950 value)
Johannesburg/Livingstone/Nairobi
Jun-Aug; Priced from $4,945 | Single Supplement $1,195
Oct; Priced from $4,645 | Single Supplement $895
Available to add to select departure dates.
See Dates & Prices for details
Arrive in Johannesburg, South Africa, and transfer to your hotel.
Arrive in Livingstone, Zambia. Continue to your luxury tree house beside the Zambezi River. Then, enjoy lunch. For two days, take advantage of the activities on offer, such as game drives in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park. Walk on both sides of Victoria Falls — in Zambia and Zimbabwe. Meet the residents of a local village supported by A&K Philanthropy.
Fly to Entebbe. Enjoy use of a dayroom until your flight departs.
Uganda Post-Tour Extension
Encounter endangered mountain gorillas up close during your trek into lush Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
4 days from $5,545 per person
Single Supplement from $1,095 per person
Internal Air Included (Economy Class, $1,250 value)
Nairobi/Entebbe/Bwindi/Entebbe
Jun, Oct 16-31; Priced from $5,545 | Single Supplement $1,095
Jul-Oct 15; Priced from $6,245 | Single Supplement $1,195
Gorilla permits (valued at $800) are included in the journey price, paid at time of deposit and non-refundable.
Available to add to select departure dates.
See Dates & Prices for details
Arrive in Entebbe, Uganda, and transfer to your tranquil hotel.
Fly to your tented campsite in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Visit a nursing school supported by A&K Philanthropy. The next day, set out for an up-close encounter with endangered mountain gorillas.
Fly to Entebbe. Enjoy use of a dayroom until your flight departs.
Add a Night in Nairobi Before Your Journey Begins
2 days from $1,095 per person
Single Supplement from $375 per person
Price includes $100 per adult for increases in Kenya park fees.
Arrive in Nairobi, where you are met by an Abercrombie & Kent representative and escorted to your hotel.
Meet your guide and depart on an excursion to view remarkable African species in two special settings. Visit the Giraffe Center, where you may hand-feed endangered Rothschild’s giraffes from a platform that brings you to eye level with these majestic giants, who gently snatch food with their long blue tongues. At the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, watch young elephants at play with attentive keepers, who explain the process of reintroducing the elephants into the wild. Continue to the Oloolua Forest, once a hiding place for the Mau Mau Freedom Fighters during the war for independence but today a tranquil respite from the city. Here you enjoy an A&K-exclusive forest folklore stories experience, listening to tales handed down from one generation to the next, followed by lunch. Afterwards, relive a small part of Kenya’s colorful history at the Karen Blixen Museum located in her former home, Mbogani House, made famous by the film Out of Africa. Continue to the innovative Ocean Sole workshop to see how recycled flip-flops are transformed into incredible works of art. Return to your hotel for an evening at leisure and begin The Great Migration Safari in Style.
Explore Dubai: Stopover Package
3 days from $2,495 per person
Single Supplement from $1,695 per person
Take advantage of an incredible opportunity to spend two nights in Dubai before or after your journey.
Taj Dubai from $2,495 | Single Supplement from $1,695
Atlantis The Royal from $2,995 | Single Supplement from $2,395
Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai from $3,395 | Single Supplement from $2,495
International air not included.
Fly to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and check in to your luxury hotel. Discover the best of this dazzling city, viewing its remarkable architecture; visiting the Spice Market and the colorful shops at Deira Gold Souk; and ascending the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest skyscraper. On the last day, continue on to your journey or board your flight home.
Your Journey
Climate Charts
Your Accommodations
Hotels hand selected by A&K for an unmatched experience.
Hemingways Nairobi
Exclusive boutique, all-suite hotel, located near Nairobi National Park.
Tawi Lodge
Thirteen cottages, each with a view of Mount Kilimanjaro, on a private reserve.
Sanctuary Swala
Twelve elegant pavilions near a waterhole, with panoramic vistas.
Gibb's Farm
Travel + Leisure World’s Best boutique inn featuring modern amenities.
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
Amazing lodge set deep within Serengeti National Park.
Sanctuary Olonana
Superb luxury safari lodge with 14 spacious suites with king-size beds.
CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2023 WINNER
Sanctuary Olonana voted one of the best resorts in the world
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Complimentary Safari Duffel
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Travel Privately with A&K | This itinerary is available as a private journey, Private Great Migration Safari.