PACKING LIST FOR SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Samburu national reserve is the most visited park North of the Equator in Northern Kenya situated next to the Ewaso Ng’iro River that is a lifeline to the semi-arid landscape of the reserve. Samburu national reserve experience semi-arid climatic conditions making its days dry and hot but during the night, the temperatures always drop, making the nights cooler.
PACKING LIST FOR SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Clothing / Wearables
- Lightweight and breathable clothing for the hot dry days
- Long-sleeved shirts to protect from the direct hot sun
- Trousers / safari pants to protect from insect bites
- Comfortable dresses for the females
- Neutral and natural colored clothing (khakis, browns, greens)
- Warm light / fleece jacket for the cool early morning and late evenings
- Waterproof ponchos and raincoats for the wet season
- Sunhats / brimmers and UV sunglasses
- Comfortable safari shoes and trainers
- Sandals or flip flops
- Neck scarfs or bandanas for protection against the dust
- Swimsuits for those staying in facilities with swimming pools
Other safari / Personal essentials you will need while in Samburu national reserve
- Binoculars for bird watching or animal viewing
- Camera with extra batteries and a tripod if needed
- A daypack to carry your essentials or day to day necessities.
- A reusable water bottle to stay hydrated in this semi-arid environment
- Wet wipes and hand sanitizer
- Toiletries (toothpaste, toothbrush, lotion, Vaseline, shampoo)
- Sunscreen and insect / mosquito repellents
- Portable personal travel first aid kit
Travel documents (passport, visas, travel insurance)
- Antimalarials and medication recommended by a travel medicine doctor
- Universal travel adapters
- Power banks
- Debit /Credit cards and cash
- Guidebooks and journals
- Samburu national reserves can get really dry and dusty so it is advisable to carry zip lock bags to protect your electronics, cameras, adapters and the like from the dust.
Explore Samburu National Reserve in Kenya with these recommended reputable Kenya safari operators or inquire with us directly below.
