This morning, transfer to Wilson Airport for the scheduled flight to Samburu National Reserve. The flight takes around an hour and may provide the opportunity to spot the mighty Mt Kenya en-route. Upon arrival at the airstrip, a guide will take you on a short game drive en route to your camp in time for lunch. This afternoon head out for an exciting game drive into the Samburu Reserve, returning back to camp as the sun sets.

The Samburu Reserve is located in the semi-arid north of Kenya and is part of a much larger ecosystem which includes the neighbouring Buffalo Springs and Shaba reserves. This beautiful and scenic park is characterised by rugged hills and the palm tree-lined Ewaso N’yiro River, whose life-giving waters attract a large variety of game to this parched region.

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Lunch, Dinner

Today the thrill continues with more wildlife viewing opportunities on both early morning and afternoon game drives into Samburu. Four of the ‘Big 5’ can be spotted in the park, with only the rhino absent. This is one of the best places in Kenya to see leopard, as well as a sizable elephant population which often congregate along the river.

The region however, is particularly noted for the ‘Special 5’ which include; Grevy’s Zebra characterised by narrower stripes than their more common cousins, reticulated giraffe with their polygonal reddish-brown markings, the Somali ostrich with its distinctive blue tinged skin, Beisa Oryx which are more commonly associated with the deserts of Arabia, and the strange but fascinating Gerenuk with its long neck.

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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Following breakfast, there will be a game drive transfer back to the airstrip for the flight back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Breakfast

Ashnil Samburu Camp is a luxury tented set in the spectacular backdrop drop of the Mighty Ol Olokwe mountain fronting Ewaso Nyiro River. The 30 exclusive luxury tents are spread out along the banks of the river under a thick stand of palms. The camp features an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by sun lounges, a garden and a lounge bar offering views of the African savannah. Each tent features a decked terrace with views of the Ewaso Nyiro River.

The restaurant offers views of the river and serves a variety of menus comprising of Oriental, traditional and international cuisines.

The camp enjoys a picturesque location on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, shaded by doum palms and other indigenous trees. Offering a taste of wild Africa, this unfenced camp takes its name from the elephants that roam through the camp in search of food at night. Hearing them from the comfort of your bed is a truly memorable experience.

There is a cosy lounge tent set on an elevated deck, whilst dining is taken al-fresco by candle light under the African sky, or inside the romantic dining area. During the day, enjoy game viewing with your expert guide seeking out the herds of elephant, prides of lion and maybe even a solitary leopard resting up a tree.

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Perched on the edge of a river valley, the architecture of Sasaab blends Swahili and Moroccan design principals in which the African heat is of primary consideration. Each of the eleven canvas-sided rooms is over 100m² with private plunge pools and breath-taking views across the Laikipia Plateau toward the jagged peaks of Mount Kenya. Its position above the river naturally facilitates watching the herds of elephant that come to bathe below as well as a host of other wildlife.

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