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Take a trip to Samburu National Park on your Kenya Vacation
On the banks of the Ewaso Ng’iro River in the Samburu District of the Rift Valley Province is Samburu National Park. This park offers excellent wildlife and bird spotting opportunities on a Kenya safari in a peaceful atmosphere.
Situated within the ancient land of the Samburu people who are closely related to the Maasai, the park was established in 1948 initially as part of the Marsabit National Reserve. This area was gazetted in 1961 and a senior game warden suggested that an area north of the river be set aside as a game reserve. Out of this area came Samburu National Park in 1962.
The Ewaso Ng’iro River is the lifeline of the park attracting wildlife to its banks. In an otherwise arid region on a Kenya vacation, Samburu and other neighbouring reserves host animals like lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants and hippos while the river itself is teeming with Nile crocodiles on a Kenyan safari. Rare animals like the long-necked gerenuk, gravy’s zebra and the reticulated giraffe are found in the reserve. Samburu was the home of two famous lionesses, Elsa of the book and film “Born Free” fame and Kamunyak who became well known after adopting two oryx calves.
Samburu is not only rich in wildlife, but it is also very significant when travelling to Kenya historically. Between the 1960s and 1970s, more than 160 fossil remains of early man (including Homo habilis and Homo erectus) were discovered. An additional 4,000 mammal and stone age artefacts have also been uncovered.
Samburu is not only rich in wildlife, but it is also very significant when travelling to Kenya historically. Between the 1960s and 1970s, more than 160 fossil remains of early man (including Homo habilis and Homo erectus) were discovered. An additional 4,000 mammal and stone age artefacts have also been uncovered.
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Amboseli National Park, Nairobi, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, and Samburu National ParkDesigned for deeper discovery, this two-week trip covers Kenya’s top parks with small-group game drives and premium lodges
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Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiThis Kenya and Tanzania small group safari delivers the best of East Africa with top parks, premium accommodation and great value.
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Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiVenture into Kenya's captivating landscapes, from flamingo-dotted lakes to iconic savannas teeming with wildlife. Unforgettable encounters await in Masai Mara.
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Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiVivid landscapes and extraordinary creatures await in East Africa. Witness the majestic migration across the Serengeti and share moments with the iconic Maasai people.
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Luxury Kenya Safari with Giraffe Manor
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Samburu National Park, and NairobiA magical Kenya introduction - stay at the iconic Giraffe Manor, then safari in style through top parks and lodges.
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Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Samburu National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, and NairobiDelight in Kenya’s rich wildlife on a family safari, from nurturing giraffes to majestic elephants. Each moment offers nature's lessons and incredible vistas.
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Kenya In Style: Nairobi, Samburu & Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Samburu National Park, and NairobiKenya invites you to witness its wildlife and rich culture. From lively Nairobi to the breathtaking game drives in Samburu and Masai Mara, your adventure awaits!
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Kenya Odyssey
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiSmall group travel offers unbeatable value on this iconic trip featuring some of Kenya’s best game parks.
8 days
From US$4,049/p.p.
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The Best of Kenya: Nairobi, Masai Mara & Amboseli
Amboseli National Park, Nairobi, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, and Samburu National ParkDesigned for deeper discovery, this two-week trip covers Kenya’s top parks with small-group game drives and premium lodges
13 days
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East Africa Odyssey
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiThis Kenya and Tanzania small group safari delivers the best of East Africa with top parks, premium accommodation and great value.
14 days
From US$10,970/p.p.
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Classic Kenya: Samburu to Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiVenture into Kenya's captivating landscapes, from flamingo-dotted lakes to iconic savannas teeming with wildlife. Unforgettable encounters await in Masai Mara.
8 days
From US$5,079/p.p.
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Best of East Africa: Kenya & Tanzania Safaris
Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Park, and NairobiVivid landscapes and extraordinary creatures await in East Africa. Witness the majestic migration across the Serengeti and share moments with the iconic Maasai people.
14 days
From US$12,658/p.p.
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Luxury Kenya Safari with Giraffe Manor
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Samburu National Park, and NairobiA magical Kenya introduction - stay at the iconic Giraffe Manor, then safari in style through top parks and lodges.
8 days
From US$14,102/p.p.
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Kenya for Families
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Samburu National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, and NairobiDelight in Kenya’s rich wildlife on a family safari, from nurturing giraffes to majestic elephants. Each moment offers nature's lessons and incredible vistas.
11 days
From US$8,494/p.p.
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Kenya In Style: Nairobi, Samburu & Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Reserve, Masai Mara, Samburu National Park, and NairobiKenya invites you to witness its wildlife and rich culture. From lively Nairobi to the breathtaking game drives in Samburu and Masai Mara, your adventure awaits!
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Goway guests can enjoy unforgettable moments like bush breakfasts, night game drives, and personalized safaris in luxury tented camps
The Samburu Reserve is one of the most colourful game-viewing areas in the country, home to species found nowhere else—like the reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra
In peak months like August, the migration draws huge crowds to the river crossings. But conservancies around the Mara limit vehicle numbers, so you still get intimate wildlife moments
Kenya offers the best wildlife viewing with the world-renowned Masai Mara, plus unique species only found in places like Samburu.
I wouldn’t recommend self-driving as Kenya’s roads can be tricky, and they drive on the left side, which can confuse visitors used to North American systems
A Gerenuk, also known as the Waller's gazelle, ...
Visit with local people near Samburu Park
Wild antelope - a common sight on your Samburu ...
Giraffes in Samburu
Samburu man
Antelope are plentiful in the park
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