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Wildlife safaris in Samburu National Reserve

Wildlife Safaris in Samburu: The Samburu National reserve is great for many safaris including picnic, camping and walking safaris. The various animal and bird species in this national park will give you an experience of the wild with a lot to see in just one setting. A flight from Nairobi to the Samburu National Game reserve will take about 30 to 40 minutes.

The Flamingos in the Samburu National Game Reserve are some of the most sought after attraction here. Some of the special bird species that you expect to see here are: African fish eagle, Hildebrandt’s Francolin, Black Cuckoo. Levaillant’s Cuckoo, African Cuckoo, Cape Teal, Hottentot Teal, Pelicans, Little Rock-Thrush, Pied Kingfisher, Mocking Cliff Chat. White-browed Robin-Chat, Common Greenshank, Pied Avocet, Kittlitz’s Plover, Blacksmith Plover. Brimstone Canary, Coqui Francolin, Montane Nightjar, Red-billed Teal, Dusky Nightjar, and Pearl-spotted Owlet.

The park is not just a bird haven. There are over 50 species of other wildlife that you can see here. Some of the notable wildlife species that you will see here include. Black and white Rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffe, waterbucks, Impalas, baboons, lions, leopards, colobus monkeys, buffaloes, hippos, and cheetahs.

Why Wildlife Safaris in Samburu National Reserve?

Not spending at least a few days on a safari here would be a shame. This stunning nation is home to a large number of game parks, each with its own distinct topography, wildlife, and plants. For many tourists, seeing the “big 5″—lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos—is the main draw.

You may expect to encounter an amazing diversity of species moving freely over the vast savannah in addition to the Big 5. There are too many species of animals to list here, but you can be sure to see zebras, a variety of wild cats, including cheetahs, mongooses, and monkeys, as well as bat-eared foxes, warthogs, hyenas, crocodiles, crested cranes, and the astounding sight of lakes that are literally pink due to the large number of flamingos.

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Visit Samburu National Reserve in Kenya

Established as a game reserve in 1962, Samburu National Reserve is part of a larger ecosystem with Shaba and Buffalo Springs reserves. The Samburu people, who live in the area, maintain traditional pastoralist lifestyles. Visitors enjoy activities like game drives, birdwatching, and cultural tours, with excellent accommodation options available. Visit Samburu today!

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Discover Samburu National Reserve in Kenya! Explore one of Kenya's best wildlife reserves for a wildlife safari and community tour experience at the most affordable cost.

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