Into the Arid Wild
Venture beyond the beaten path into Kenya’s rugged Northern Frontier. Our exclusive air package saves you a grueling two-day drive, offering a scenic 1-hour and 30-minute flight across the central highlands and over the slopes of Mount Kenya. Your destination: the semi-arid Samburu landscapes, characterized by red earth, doum palms, and the Ewaso Ng'iro River. This is the realm of the "Special Five"—Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and beisa oryx—found nowhere else in the country.
Travel
1.5 Hr Flight
Culture
Samburu Tribe
Wildlife
Special Five
Vibe
Remote Luxury
Northern Expedition Plan
Day 01: The Great Northward Fly-in
Nairobi to Samburu Reserve
Take off from Wilson Airport for a 1-hour 30-minute flight. Witness the transition from lush green highlands to the dramatic arid plains of the north. Upon landing at Samburu Airstrip, transfer to your luxury tented lodge perched along the river. After lunch, enjoy your first game drive tracking leopards and Grevy's zebras.
Day 02: Tracking the Special Five
Full Day Exploration
A full day exploring Samburu and Buffalo Springs. Search for the long-necked gerenuk and the stunning reticulated giraffe. Visit a local Samburu village to learn about their vibrant culture and traditions. Enjoy a sundowner at a scenic viewpoint overlooking the distant Matthews Range.
Day 03: River Reflections
Final Safari & Flight Home
Spend your morning watching crocodiles and elephants gather at the riverbank. After a relaxed brunch, catch your mid-day return flight. The aerial journey provides a final perspective of the diverse Kenyan landscape before landing back in Nairobi for your onward journey.