Samburu National Reserve

Though not as well known as the Masai Mara

Reserve, Samburu National Reserve is gaining a following among travelers who want a uni

que experience. From the scenic landscape, the one of a kind flora and fauna, the rare wildlife and the expanse of bird species, Samburu offers an experience that is unlike any other Park in not only Kenya, but the whole of Africa!

Established in 1970, on land traditionally occupied by the Samburu tribe (similar in customs to the Maasai tribe) and the Somalis, the park covers 40 square miles (165km sq.) adjacent to the Buffalo Springs National Park. It was formerly known as the Northern Frontier district due to the wrangles and clashes between the Samburu people and the Somalis over pastoral land in the 60's and 80's. The park sits to the north of the Ewaso Nyiro River(Samburu name meaning 'river of brown water'), which is it's primary source of water, given that the area is quite arid.

The Samburu National Reserve is unique because of its unusual species of game such as the reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, oryx and long necked gerenuk. It also boasts a vast expanse of more than 380 bird species, including the blue necked Somali Ostrich.

A trip to Samburu is unlike a trip to any other game reserve. Located in the midst of the colorful Samburu people, the park has both a show of culture and nature.

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