5 Days Meru & Samburu Safari
Explore Kenya’s northern wilderness on this 5-day safari combining Meru’s ‘Born Free’ landscapes with Samburu’s unique wildlife. Two of Kenya’s most scenic yet uncrowded parks deliver exceptional game viewing, diverse landscapes, and authentic safari experiences away from the crowds.
What's Included
- Return transport from Nairobi in a 4×4 Land Cruiser
- 4 nights full-board accommodation
- All game drives with professional guide
- Park entry fees for both parks
- Bottled drinking water
What's Not Included
- Cultural visits
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Items of personal nature
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Meru National Park
Depart Nairobi early morning and drive to Meru National Park via Embu and Meru town. Arrive for lunch at your lodge overlooking the river.
Afternoon game drive exploring Meru’s diverse habitats—riverine forests, doum palm savannahs, and open grassland. Search for elephants, lions, and the Adamson legacy sites.
Dinner and overnight in Meru.
Day 2: Meru National Park
Full day in Meru with morning and afternoon game drives. The park’s rivers attract diverse wildlife including hippos, crocodiles, and elephants.
Focus on finding rhinos in the sanctuary area and leopards in the riverine forests. Birdwatching is excellent throughout.
Mid-day relaxation at your lodge before afternoon exploration.
Dinner and overnight in Meru.
Day 3: Meru – Samburu National Reserve
Morning game drive in Meru before departing for Samburu (approximately 3-4 hours). The landscape transitions from Meru’s lush forests to Samburu’s arid scrubland.
Arrive at your Samburu lodge along the Ewaso Nyiro River for lunch. Afternoon game drive beginning your search for the Samburu Special Five.
The contrast between the parks is striking—same latitude, completely different ecosystems and wildlife.
Dinner and overnight in Samburu.
Day 4: Samburu National Reserve
Morning and afternoon game drives exploring Samburu. Focus on the unique northern species—Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, and Beisa oryx.
The Ewaso Nyiro River attracts large elephant herds. Leopards are relatively common, and lions hunt the open areas.
Optional Samburu cultural experience in the evening.
Dinner and overnight in Samburu.
Day 5: Samburu – Nairobi
Morning game drive for final Samburu wildlife. Return to the lodge for breakfast.
Drive back to Nairobi through the central highlands, arriving in the late afternoon. Hotel or airport drop-off.
