WHAT TO SEE IN SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Samburu national reserve located in Northern Kenya is famously known for its “Special 5” which include the Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, Reticulated giraffe, long-necked Gerenuk and the Grevy’s zebra which are a major attraction to the visitors who go to the reserve among other animals.
WHAT TO SEE IN SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Samburu’s special five: The highlight must see while in the reserve, the grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, long-necked gerenuk, and beisa oryx.
Ewaso Ng’iro River: The biggest river in the North of Kenya is the life-line of Samburu national reserve. A drive to this river while on safari in Samburu allows for great wildlife spotting. Most animals converge here to quench their thirst and cool their bodies.
Wildlife: Samburu boasts of a rich animal and birdlife that attracts visitors to the reserve. Elephants, leopards, buffalos, lions, hyenas, kudus, hippos. Bushbucks, elands, hartebeests, mongoose, bat eared foxes, monkeys, plain zebras, Masai giraffes, aardwolf, aardvark, oribis, Kiplinger, gazelles, warthogs among others.
Birdlife: With over 450 different bird species, the birdlife in Samburu national reserve is an attraction to bird lovers. Somali ostrich, storks, snake eagles, darters, vultures. Spoonbill, hawks, crested francolins, African fish eagle, green wood hoopoe, secretary bird among others.
Reteti Elephant Sanctuary: Home to orphaned African elephants. A visit to the sanctuary will help enhance your understanding of the conservation efforts takin place at the sanctuary.
Samburu people: Visit a Samburu village. Get to know about the Samburu people who used to inhabit the now Samburu national reserve.
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