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Samburu Circuit
The Samburu Circuit covers the interconnected reserves of Samburu, Buffalo Springs, and Shaba in Kenya's arid north — home to the unique 'Samburu Special Five' species found nowher…
Best Time to VisitJune to October (dry season), January to February
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Circuit Stops
10+
Species of Wildlife
6
Safari Activities
The Circuit
The Samburu Circuit
The Samburu Circuit covers the interconnected reserves of Samburu, Buffalo Springs, and Shaba in Kenya's arid north — home to the unique 'Samburu Special Five' species found nowhere else in East African safaris.
Circuit Highlights
01The 'Samburu Special Five' — unique northern species
02Ewaso Ng'iro River — lifeline for desert wildlife
03Samburu warrior cultural experiences
04Leopard sightings — one of the best places in Kenya
05Dramatic desert landscapes and palm-lined rivers
06Far fewer tourists than the Mara
Best Time for Circuit
June to October (dry season), January to February
Recommended Duration
Minimum2 days
Recommended3 days
Luxury4 days
Climate
Hot and semi-arid, 30-38°C, cooled by the Ewaso Ng'iro River
Location
KE, Northern Kenya
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Circuit Itinerary
Each stop on the Samburu Circuit offers unique landscapes, wildlife encounters, and accommodations.
Flora & Fauna
Wildlife & Activities
Animals
Grevy's ZebraReticulated GiraffeGerenukBeisa OryxSomali OstrichLeopardLionElephantNile CrocodileWild Dog
Activities
Game drivesCultural Samburu visitsCamel safarisNature walksBirdwatchingNight drives
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