Wild Encounters 5 Days of Thrilling Safari Adventures in Ol Pejeta and Samburu

Your safari adventure begins with a morning departure from Nairobi as you travel towards Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Located on the foothills of Mount Kenya, this 90,000-acre conservancy is renowned for its pioneering conservation efforts. Upon arrival, check into your accommodation at Sweetwaters Serena Camp or Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages, which offer luxury tented camps with stunning views of the conservancy.

In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive to explore Ol Pejeta’s thriving wildlife. You will visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a unique refuge for chimpanzees rescued from abusive environments. Keep an eye out for the Big Five, especially the critically endangered northern white rhinos, which Ol Pejeta works tirelessly to protect. After the game drive, return to your camp for dinner under the stars.

Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Attraction: Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Today is dedicated to a full day of exploration in Ol Pejeta. Start with a morning game drive when wildlife is most active. In addition to rhinos, look out for elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species. You can also choose to visit the Endangered Species Enclosure, where the last two northern white rhinos are under close protection.

For the more adventurous, an optional guided walking safari offers an immersive experience of the conservancy’s landscapes and wildlife. You may also opt for a night game drive to encounter nocturnal animals like hyenas, jackals, and aardvarks. Return to your camp for a relaxing evening.

After an early breakfast, depart Ol Pejeta and drive towards the scenic Samburu National Reserve, located in northern Kenya. Known for its dramatic landscapes and the Ewaso Nyiro River that winds through the reserve, Samburu is a haven for unique wildlife not found in other parks, such as the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, and gerenuk.

Upon arrival, check into Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp or Saruni Samburu Lodge, both of which offer luxurious tented accommodations with views over the surrounding wilderness. In the late afternoon, enjoy your first game drive in Samburu, where elephants and leopards are often spotted along the riverbanks. The day ends with a sundowner as you relax and soak in the beauty of Samburu’s arid landscape.

Accommodation: Samburu Intrepids Camp
Attraction: Samburu National Reserve

Spend the day exploring Samburu on morning and afternoon game drives. The park is home to the Samburu Special Five: Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. Samburu’s elephants are also known for their large herds, and lions are frequently sighted.

For a cultural experience, you may choose to visit a nearby Samburu village to learn about the traditions and lifestyle of the Samburu people, who have coexisted with wildlife for centuries. After the evening game drive, return to your camp or lodge for a relaxing evening by the campfire, enjoying a delicious meal under the stars.

On your final day, enjoy an early morning game drive to catch the wildlife at dawn, followed by breakfast at the camp. Afterward, bid farewell to Samburu as you begin your return journey to Nairobi. You’ll arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of your thrilling 5-day safari adventure.

End of Safari

This trip offers an incredible opportunity to experience the best of Kenya’s wildlife and landscapes, combining conservation efforts, luxurious accommodations, and unforgettable encounters with nature.